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Treatment

Cochlear Implant Surgery

What You Need to Know

Cochlear implant devices convert acoustic signals to electric signals that are then delivered to the cochlear nerve endings through a set of electrodes inserted into the cochlea (hearing organ), enabling the brain to discern sounds and different pitches.

Appointments

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Frequently Asked Questions

Before Cochlear Implant Surgery

What to Expect During Cochlear Implant Surgery

After Cochlear Implant Surgery

Contact Information

For more information about cochlear implant surgery, please contact Racquel Jefferson, Cochlear Implant Program Coordinator, at 202-476-3925.

Meet the Providers Who Perform Cochlear Implant Surgery

Patient Stories

  • Molly's Story

    3-year-old Molly is obsessed with the movie "Frozen." And like the fearless princess in Disney's icy animated epic, there's something very special about Molly. She was born deaf.

  • A Last Resort Restores Hope for Brody

    When Brody suddenly lost his hearing, his family began a quest for answers that brought them to Children's National Hospital. Thanks to our audiology specialists and other experts, he can enjoy his favorite passion � boating and spending time on the water with his family.

  • Sweet Sounds of a Brighter Future

    A few weeks after Morgan was born, her dads learned that she was deaf. A life-changing procedure and expert care at Children's National gave her the gift of hearing and opened a world of opportunities.

Departments that Offer Cochlear Implants

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    Cochlear Implant Program

    The Cochlear Implant Program at Children's National has performed cochlear implantations for 15 years.

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