The Nucleus electrode portfolio provides options that consider patient anatomy, surgical preference, and potential outcomes. The purpose of this course is to provide explanation and evidence to support the goal of connecting to the hearing nerve and protecting the cochlea for both short-term and long-term patient potential. Data specific to perimodiolar electrodes will be provided.
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CEUs/Hours Offered: ACAud inc HAASA/1.0; ASHA/0.1 Advanced, Professional; BAA/1.0; CAA/1.0; Calif. SLPAB/1.0; IACET/0.1; IHS/1.0; Kansas, LTS-S0035/1.0; NZAS/1.0; SAC/1.0; TX TDLR, #142/1.0 Manufacturer
Under Review: AAA/0.1 Advanced
Learning Outcomes
- After this course, participants will be able to list the two main goals of an electrode array.
- After this course, participants will be able to describe the difference between modern and legacy perimodiolar electrodes.
- After this course, participants will be able to discuss current research on lateral wall and perimodiolar electrodes.
- After this course, participants will be able to explain how effective team communication supports the electrode array process.
Agenda
| 0-10 Minutes | Connect and Protect |
| 10-20 Minutes | Perimodiolar Electrodes |
| 20-40 Minutes | Research Review |
| 40-60 Minutes | Team Communication |
Presented By
Neil Patel
MD
Dr. Neil Patel is a skull base surgeon and neurotologist who is currently Associate Professor of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery at University of Utah. His clinical practice focuses on complex disorders of the lateral skull base, ear, and temporal bone, with expertise in cochlear implantation for adults and children. He has authored nearly 100 peer-reviewed publications and is actively involved in research in the areas of cochlear implantation and skull base tumors. Dr. Patel is a native of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and completed his residency and neurotology fellowship at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota.
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Kate Johnson
AuD
Dr. Kate Johnson is a trained audiologist providing services including cochlear implants, adult diagnostics, and hearing aids. Her passion lies in adult cochlear implantation, and she is trained to work with individuals with severe-to-profound hearing loss. She enjoys guiding patients through the cochlear implant process, from evaluation to activation, to lifelong follow-up care. Her research interests include cochlear implant patient outcomes and quality of life. Dr. Johnson joined the University of Utah Hospital following the completion of her graduate studies at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis in 2017. In her free time, she loves to travel, spend time with family and friends, and enjoy the mountains.
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Zach Pollack
Zach Pollack is a Senior Product Manager specializing in Cochlear’s Implant System and intraoperative monitoring products, dedicated to advancing innovative solutions that improve hearing and quality of life for individuals with hearing loss. With a background in Biomedical Sciences and a passion for technology in healthcare, Zach works closely with R&D to bring patient-centered products to market.
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Financial: Dr. Patel is a consultant for Zeiss and Stryker and receives grant/research support from Cochlear. Non-Financial: Nothing to disclose.
Financial: Kate Johnson is a consultant for Cochlear. Non-Financial: Nothing to disclose.
Financial: Zack Pollack is an employee of Cochlear. Non-Financial: Nothing to disclose.
Sponsor Disclosure: This Course is presented by Cochlear North America in partnership with AudiologyOnline.
Content Disclosure: This learning event does not focus exclusively on any specific product or service.
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