Just a little update about myself – A week after the surgery, I went to a local clinic and have… Read more What Is Cochlear Implant Activation?
Month: January 2016
15 Cochlear Implant Recipients Describe What Things Sounded Like After Activation
One week until activation The insertion of the electrode array into my cochlea has destroyed the last of the functioning… Read more 15 Cochlear Implant Recipients Describe What Things Sounded Like After Activation
Life Is Too Short – A Poem For Strength
I just wanted to remind everyone that nothing you ever try will be lost. After going through a year where… Read more Life Is Too Short – A Poem For Strength
What Happens During a Cochlear Implant Surgery?
Monday January 11 – The day before my cochlear implant surgery. I went to the hospital for my pre-op appointments… Read more What Happens During a Cochlear Implant Surgery?
Pre-Op!
The audiologist looked at my file and said “I see you’re really active!” I arrived in Quebec City yesterday as… Read more Pre-Op!
Surgery Prep: Reading Rebuilt by Michael Chorost
This is the last week I’ll be able to hear anything with my natural hearing. The little sounds that I… Read more Surgery Prep: Reading Rebuilt by Michael Chorost
Countdown To Surgery Day
I love Christmas songs and normally spend Christmas evening playing some of my favorite Christmas classics on the piano. But… Read more Countdown To Surgery Day
