Question
What is MAESTRO 11, and what are its key features for clinicians and patients?
Answer
MAESTRO 11 is the newest fitting software for MED-EL cochlear implant systems. It is designed to provide both in-clinic and remote care, making it a versatile tool for audiologists. One of its standout features is Remote Care, which allows clinicians to request data from a patient's device and remotely adjust fitting maps for the SONNET 3 and SONNET 3 EAS audio processors. This means that patients who are doing well or only need routine implant checks can avoid unnecessary trips to the clinic, freeing up appointment times for those who require more urgent in-person care.
Beyond remote capabilities, MAESTRO 11 offers several other features to enhance the hearing experience. It uses anatomy-based fitting (ABF) tools and FineHearing sound coding to provide a listening experience that is closer to natural hearing. The software can automatically calculate an optimal distribution of electrode center frequencies across the full input frequency range (70Hz–8,500 Hz), aligning as closely as possible with the natural tonotopic map of the cochlea. MAESTRO 11 is also compatible with all current MED-EL multichannel cochlear implants and audio processors, and it supports bimodal fitting for patients who also use a hearing aid.
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