Ear and Hearing Care
Comprehensive Ear and Hearing Care
At UChicago Medicine, our expert team of ear surgeons (otologists/neurotologists), audiologists, nurses and speech-language pathologists are specially trained to treat everything from mild hearing loss to complex ear conditions.
Roughly 45 million people suffer from hearing loss in the United States alone. Hearing loss is a complicated disease, and whether you have chronic ear infections, a perforated eardrum or inner ear nerve damage, the University of Chicago Medicine has the expertise you need.
With our dedication to world-class ear and hearing health care, ongoing advancements in medicine, and providing education for the public and aspiring health professionals, we set the standard for excellent care. If you are having hearing problems, our specialists can diagnosis your condition and will work with you to find the best treatment for your specific condition and personal needs.
Our team specializes in:
- Adult cochlear implantation
- Audiology and hearing technology
- Management of chronic ear disease (cholesteatoma)
- Lateral skull base disorders
- Balance (vestibular) disorders
- Aural atresia repair
- Management of Meniere’s disease
- Pediatric cochlear implantation
- Pediatric hearing loss
- Surgically implanted bone conduction devices
Meet Our Ear and Hearing Team
Our multidisciplinary team utilizes the latest diagnostic and treatment options to meeting your unique needs.
Hearing Loss FAQ
Get answers to common questions about hearing loss, including types, symptoms and causes.
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