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Activation of the cochlear implant occurs 2 weeks after surgery. The audiologist stimulates the implant and does initial programming. Adjusting the implant is called “mapping.” Over the next few months, mapping sessions fine tune the implant as the ear learns to use the signal. After the first year, the implant is mapped every 6 months to a year.
After getting a cochlear implant, you'll go through aural rehab to help you get used to your new way of hearing. At first, sounds might seem weird or hard to understand. But don't worry, it usually gets better in a few months. You'll work with experts to learn how to hear better in different situations, like when you're at work or in a noisy place. They might show you special apps or techniques to help you understand people better. This training helps you make the most out of your new implant and improves your hearing over time.
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Dr. Ruffin was the first person in over 10 years to actually take the time to really listen to me. He took the time to figure out what’s actually going on without chalking it up to something simple and sending me on my way.
I really appreciated Chad's honesty with options, having surgery being a last result and most of all explaining everything in layman's terms. I couldn't be happier with my experience and really appreciate him getting to the bottom of my ear issue and making it feel better than it ever has!
Dr. Ruffin was incredibly knowledgeable, thorough and compassionate. He took the time to fully understand the issues and was able to provide immediate relief. Nothing short of a miracle here. Furthermore, the entire team was very kind and professional. One of the best medical experiences I have had!
