Cochlear implant surgery is not just about inserting an electrode into the inner ear. It starts with a precise diagnosis, appropriate counseling, and device decisions that lead to good results following atraumatic surgery. Dr. Manoj’s ENT is one of the very few clinics in India that have it all- cutting-edge diagnostic facility, superbly equipped Operation theatres and most friendly, modern habilitation environments.
The audiology department has the most modern equipment to precisely test the hearing of a young child. We also have with us two of the most skilled and experienced senior cochlear implant audiologists in the country, Sasidharan P Nair and Shabeena Backer, both extensively trained abroad, and the stage is set for accurate testing of hearing including conditioned audiometry even for young children.
Surgery is performed in the most sterile environments using the most advanced equipment available today; high-end Zeiss Microscopes, specialized otologic drills designed for inner ear surgery, and only one of the two ENT operation theatres in the country equipped with multiple nerve monitors and EABR measurement devices. We have the youngest implant population in the country and one of the best safety rates worldwide.
All the three FDA approved devices are being used; MEDEL, Cochlear and Advanced bionics implants, so that the parents can make an informed choice as to what would best suit their child. We stick to these approved, proven devices, as we believe that like you, we would not take chances with the future of your child.
And finally, the MESIARC policy is fully adhered to- to do no harm, never to force or coerce patients into surgery- shall we remove this phrase, to never do surgery when it is not necessary, minimize medication and pain, and care for the entire life of the patient.