Cochlear Implants: Criteria and What to Expect

Dr. Jed A. Kwartler, MD, MBA, is an experienced cochlear implant surgeon. With a specialty in Otology and Neurotology, he is involved in clinical trials research related to ear disorders. He is director of the Ear Specialty Center with the Summit Medical Group. Dr. Kwartler will explain factors, including type and degree of hearing loss, which qualify a patient for a cochlear implant. He will also talk about new developments in cochlear implant technology, and answer questions. You will have an opportunity to meet several individuals who are wearing cochlear implants. They will be delighted to answer any questions you may have. This event takes place on Saturday, January 12, 2019. It will take place at 10 AM to 12:30 PM at the Summit Speech School, 705 Central Avenue, New Providence, NJ. To enhance hearing, captioning is provided for the talk. A sound field FM system is also available. Enjoy refreshments, and plenty of free parking. This event is brought to you by the Morris County Chapter of the HLAA (Hearing Loss Association of America). Please contact Pat Dobbs, president of HLAA-MC, for more information, 973-479-8083 or Pat Dobbs@hearingloss-nj.org. Or visit the HLAA Morris Chapter website: Hearingloss-mcnj.org