Can outdated criteria be holding back modern medical advancements? Join us as we sit down with Dr. Jace Wolfe, Senior Vice President of Innovation at the Oberkotter Foundation, to explore the revolutionary changes in cochlear implant technology and the urgent need to update the FDA criteria. Dr. Wolfe sheds light on how far we've come from the past two decades, emphasizing that with the right audiometric thresholds, cochlear implants can dramatically improve speech recognition compared to traditional hearing aids.

Discover the extraordinary impact of the Oberkotter Foundation and its subsidiary, Hearing First, in transforming pediatric audiology. We honor the groundbreaking work of Marion Downs and her relentless advocacy for early newborn hearing screening. Dr. Wolfe shares the inspiring mission of the foundation, dedicated to helping children with hearing loss achieve their full potential, while also pushing for more progressive cochlear implant candidacy guidelines to ensure the best outcomes for patients.

Finally, navigate through the complexities of different hearing technologies with Dr. Wolfe as your guide. From the life-changing benefits of bone-anchored hearing aids for patients with chronic ear conditions to the advances in frequency lowering technology for those with high-frequency hearing loss, this episode offers a comprehensive overview. We also discuss the powerful role of SoundField and personal remote microphone systems in educational settings, underscoring their value for both children and adults facing listening challenges. Tune in for a deep dive into the evolving landscape of audiology and technological innovation.

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