LONE TREE, Colo., October 14, 2026 – Cochlear, the global leader in implantable hearing solutions, is proud to announce that it has been ranked No. 1 in the Health Care & Life Sciences industry by Newsweek in its World’s Most Trustworthy Companies 2026 rankings. This marks the second time in three years that Cochlear has … Continued
“Let me introduce myself. I am the very proud Nana of five grandchildren, two of whom were born profoundly deaf. Camden and Fiona are deaf but have received the gift of cochlear implants. Both received their cochlear implants at young ages and today thrive as any other child would! A classroom presentation that sparked a … Continued
“We adopted our son Mickey when he was 18 months old and shortly thereafter, we found out that he was profoundly deaf in both ears. It’s been quite a journey, these past 16 years. I remember trying to quickly become knowledgeable in an arena that was new and sometimes overwhelming. I immediately started reaching out … Continued
What to do after updating your Nucleus® Smart App for iOS For Android Users: Please note, the Android will update in the coming weeks, when your app updates, please see these instructions for how to setup your device: Android Guide This is a clear, step-by-step guide on how to successfully update your Nucleus® Smart App … Continued
“Our daughter Amelia is an extraordinary 12-year-old with a love for drawing, storytelling, crafting, music, connecting with people and inspiring others. She was born in Puerto Rico, and when she was about 7 months old, we noticed she wasn’t responding to sounds the way other babies her age did. By 10 months old, she was … Continued
How does your insurance work? Most insurance plans include a deductible and an out‑of‑pocket maximum. As you pay for care throughout the year, you move closer to meeting those amounts. Once your deductible is met, your plan may cover up to 80% of eligible costs. After you reach your out-of-pocket maximum, covered costs are often … Continued
Fully rechargeable: First fully rechargeable active bone conduction sound processor, with up to 30 hours of battery life on a single charge. †,7-9 Improved power and sound quality: Improved clarity and sound quality, enhanced by the new signal processing platform and powerful lithium-ion battery. Now with fitting range up to 65 dB HL bone … Continued
“I received a diagnosis of progressive bilateral hearing loss two decades ago. The deafness had likely been around a long time. It was the second time in my life I’d met with an audiologist. The first time was when the audiologist told me as a kid to pay attention. I was six years old. The … Continued
“I became a stage manager after ten years of performing in motion pictures, television and musical theatre. Part of my duties involved calling show cues for a two-hour performance ten times a week. This continued for over six years. During the 1970s, technology was limited in noise reduction for the headsets I wore. Often, I experienced … Continued
“Like many, our journey with microtia/atresia started in a very vulnerable place – the delivery room. Exhausted, eager, and full of emotion, we were told that our 2-minute old, 5-pound 9-ounce daughter, Brooke, was missing a right ear. There in the delivery room, the full meaning of having a daughter with an underdeveloped right ear … Continued
“Lawson was born with severe to profound hearing loss in both ears, he failed his newborn hearing test at the hospital, and his diagnosis was confirmed at his Auditory Brainstem Response test (ABR) when he was 5 weeks old. We have no known family history of hearing loss, which feels silly saying now knowing he … Continued
“My name is Daniel, a Filipino- American and I am a bilateral Baha System recipient currently using the Baha 6 Sound Processor. My history with Cochlear technology spans back to 2008 with the Baha Divino Sound Processor, BP100 Sound Processor and most recently the Baha 5 Sound Processor. I have consistently been impressed with the … Continued
“Most people take sound for granted. We didn’t—because for our son Anthony, he was born with normal hearing. During a later medical issue, and clinical work up, we discovered an incidental finding of bilateral enlarged vestibular aqueduct, or EVA – a rare cause of progressive hearing loss requiring audiology and ear, nose and throat follow … Continued
“I am no stranger to hearing loss. Both my grandparents on my father’s side were deaf, my grandmother was born deaf, and my grandfather became deaf at age four as a result of the Spanish flu. My hearing journey began when I was 2 years old. I had recurrent ear infections, which led to tubes. … Continued
“Each of our scholarship recipients has shown what’s possible when passion and perseverance come together,” Lisa Aubert, President, Cochlear North America said. “Their drive, their leadership, and the way they continue to lean into their goals is truly inspiring. We’re honored to support them and can’t wait to see the impact they’ll make in the … Continued
This milestone ensures that veterans with hearing loss have access to Cochlear’s most innovative hearing technologies, designed to deliver smarter, more connected hearing experiences. The Nucleus Nexa System is the world’s first smart cochlear implant system.1,* The features include upgradeable firmware, internal memory, and with the Power Compact rechargeable battery, is the smallest and lightest … Continued
“My hearing loss journey started 20 years ago after my divorce. Followed by endless doctor appointments, MRI tests, medicines and injections with no solid diagnosis or treatment that led to the ability to regaining my hearing. Year after year of added life stressors and a very demanding career, my hearing continually decreased little by little…until … Continued
“My name is Tracy. I have bilateral cochlear implants. I received my first cochlear implant in November 2021 and the second in September 2023. To say I am a happy recipient is an understatement. Living life with cochlear implants has truly given me my life back. Difficulties of daily life with hearing loss My hearing loss is mysterious … Continued
“Piper failed her newborn hearing test in the hospital and then failed again a couple of weeks later. At three months old, our local children’s hospital (Akron Children’s Hospital) conducted an auditory brainstem response (ABR) test. This test can tell how the cochlea and the brain pathways for hearing are working. After the test was … Continued
Experiencing hearing loss and navigating solutions is often an emotional—and overwhelming—process. As a loved one looking for ways to offer support, a reassuring and calm presence is vital in helping those with hearing loss seek help quickly and select the best solution for them. After all, family and friends truly understand the profound effect hearing … Continued
LONE TREE, CO — October 6, 2025 — Cochlear North America is proud to announce its recognition as a gold winner in two categories at the prestigious 2025 Hearing Health & Technology Matters (HHTM) Innovator Awards. The company received top honors in both the Auditory Implants – Cochlear Implants category for the Cochlear™ Nucleus® Nexa® … Continued