The Journey of Cochlear Implants with Dakota Sharp

*** This episode is not available for ASHA CEUs.****

Guest: Dakota Sharp, AuD, CCC-A

In this episode, Michelle is joined by Dakota Sharp, AuD, CCC-A, a clinical assistant professor and audiologist at the University of South Carolina's Montgomery Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic. Today, Dr. Dakota outlines the steps involved in the process of obtaining a cochlear implant. Have you ever wondered which one of your patients is a candidate for a CI? Or are you unfamiliar with hearing aid technology and unsure of the difference between a CI and other hearing devices? Or do you have a patient with a CI who has heard about newer features, and you want to share all the exciting news? Dr. Dakota will shed light on all the steps and is ready to answer your questions as well. Enjoy y’all!

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