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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...

In this video, Dr. Silverstein sits down to discuss the three types of Meniere's disease and the treatment for each. Depending on the type of Meniere's disease that the patient is dealing with, there are several courses of action that can be...

 A lot of muscles are used to move food from the mouth, to the throat, and then down into the food pipe. In this video, Dr. J.P. Gniady discusses the common causes, diagnosis, and treatment options for patients that are bothered by having...

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.

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...

Implantable Hearing Devices When hearing aids are no longer strong enough to help patients hear, another option is implantable hearing devices. There are many difference kinds – ranging from bone conduction and bone anchored hearing devices to...

Do you have a raspy voice? Can't hit high notes? Don't risk damaging and losing your voice. Laryngitis, nodules, polyps, papilloma, dysplasia, cancer and reflux can all be causes of changes to your voice. Dr. JP Gniady, a Silverstein Institute...