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Causes: Ear & Throat Diseases Research, Health
Mission: To advance access to the gift of hearing provided by cochlear implantation through research, advocacy and awareness.
Programs: Awareness - the foundation conducts awareness activities about candidacy and outcomes associated with cochlear implantation. The foundation provides extensive information about insurance coverage and other access issues through our website and articles, papers and presentations. Additionally, the foundation encourages coverage of cochlear implants in private and public insurance plans.
annual conference - the conference brings together cochlear implant clinicians, educators, and government officials to explore the latest research results, discuss the clinical population, and raise questions regarding clinical implications. The foundation did not hold a conference during the current fiscal year, but plans to in the future.