What is a cochlear implant?
A cochlear implant is a small, surgically implanted, complex electronic device that helps provide sound to a profoundly deaf or severely hard of hearing person. The implant is placed under the skin behind the ear and...
Save the Date: December 15th for the Hear and Now Gala
Published:
21
Nov
2017
The Ear Research Foundation will be holding a special event, the Hear and Now Gala, on December 15th, 2017 at the Sarasota Opera House. The event features Mandy Harvey, a deaf singer and finalist on America’s Got Talent.
Cochlear Implants Saved my Life
Published:
09
Mar
2017
I was so blessed in life. I was very successful and earned a living in advertising sales. My job and life focused on listening to music, Broadway, dining and intelligent conversation. Suddenly, it was all gone. My hearing got so bad I was unable...
Otolaryngology, Otology and Neurotology Fellowship in Sarasota
Published:
12
Oct
2015
Looking for a substantial 1-year Otolaryngology, Otology and Neurotology fellowship? The Silverstein Institute and Ear Research Foundation have an opening for July 1, 2016.
Join us for a Night of Comedy at McCurdy's!
Published:
26
Aug
2015
The Ear Research Foundation and the Hearing Loss Association of America- Sarasota/ Manatee Chapter are partnering with McCurdy's Comedy Theater for a night of comedy! You can buy tickets here for $15!
Julie Daugherty, NP-C, Ph.D.
Published:
08
Jul
2015
We are pleased to welcome Julie Daugherty back to our practice!
Tell Me Something Good Podcast
Published:
01
Jul
2015
It’s hard to live an active social life when you have extreme difficulty interacting with others due to hearing loss. That’s where the Silverstein Institute comes in with their expert ear, nose and throat doctors and wide array of hearing devices...
Dr. Jack Wazen at The Colorado Otology – Audiology Conference
Published:
01
Apr
2015
Dr. Jack Wazen recently returned from a conference hosted by the University of Colorado School of Medicine, “The Colorado Otology – Audiology Conference”. Dr. Wazen was a featured speaker presenting two lectures and serving on a panel. His...
In the Media: Lend an Ear
Published:
19
Dec
2014
The nonprofit Ear Research Foundation, founded by Dr. Herbert Silverstein, has been educating and helping those with ear loss problems since 1979. It wasn’t until 2004 that Geoffrey Frazier, president of Sarasota-based Global Financial Private...
Kentucky Derby Fundraiser
Published:
18
Nov
2014
Join the Ear Research Foundation for the Kentucky Derby Fundraiser! Saturday, May 2nd at 5:30pm. Dinner and gaming to follow at Michael's on East. For more info, contact Jennifer Moss: jmoss@earsinus.com
The Silverstein Institute, located in Sarasota, Venice and Lakewood Ranch, Florida, is an internationally-respected physicians’ practice dedicated to diseases and surgery of the Ears, Nose and Throat. The Silverstein Institute provides premier patient care for the treatment of head and neck diseases consistent with the highest standard of medical excellence and the latest innovative technology.