Step 2: Audiology and Psychological Exams
It’s been a bit over three weeks since I had my first meeting in Quebec City, during which I met…
Cochlear Implants, BAHA and MIPS – What’s The Difference?
Hi kids! Last Friday something really cool happened at the Montreal Children’s Hospital – Surgeons performed a MIPS – Minimally…
Pre-Surgery pt 1: Health Precautions for Cochlear Implant Candidates
I finally received my acceptance letter to get the cochlear implant surgery. Except that that’s all it was – a…
Pre-surgery pt 2: Chosing a Cochlear Implant Brand
The last (mandatory) pre-surgery step for me was to meet with the audiologist who will be working with me during…
Countdown To Surgery Day
I love Christmas songs and normally spend Christmas evening playing some of my favorite Christmas classics on the piano. But…
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…
Pre-Op!
The audiologist looked at my file and said “I see you’re really active!” I arrived in Quebec City yesterday as…
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…
What Is Cochlear Implant Activation?
Just a little update about myself – A week after the surgery, I went to a local clinic and have…
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…
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