Hearing Loss Care at University of Colorado Hospital

Why Choose Treatment for Hearing Loss at University of Colorado Hospital?

Cochlear implant a sound decision for area senior

Denver's 9News report about how 91-year-old Dick Gray – a friend of pioneering audiologist Dr. Marion Downs – took her advice and got a cochlear implant at University of Colorado Hospital.

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University of Colorado Hospital provides services, resources, education and research to support the needs of hard-of-hearing or deaf individuals, as well as health care professionals involved in treatment.

All activities center on helping patients and their families to choose the most appropriate ways to treat hearing loss, and strive to optimize the quality of life for all who are served.

What is Hearing Loss?

Hearing loss affects more than 28 million people in the United States to some degree. More than 80% of the cases are irreversible.

Hearing loss can make it difficult to communicate with others. The condition produces no physical warning signs and is almost always painless. Regular testing is necessary to minimize the potential adverse effects.

Hearing Loss Research

Research at University of Colorado Hospital improves understanding and treatment of hearing loss. Scientists and clinicians collaborate to reach this goal.

Fully Implantable Ossicular Stimulator

UCH is participating with Otologics Corporation on a project to develop a completely implantable hearing aid. The device would replace the function of the middle ear. It would benefit those who are unable to wear traditional hearing devices or benefit from cochlear implants. This study is in its second phase.