Jesse Griego, Author at Cochlear Hear and Now

“I Didn’t Know I Was Deaf Until I Discovered Better Hearing:” Shanna’s progressive hearing loss story

June 30, 2026 – Published by Jesse Griego

“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

From stage to sound: how Gene resumed his life and career in theatre after receiving a cochlear implant

June 18, 2026 – Published by Jesse Griego

“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

Finding hope through Baha Start: Our daughter’s hearing journey with microtia and atresia

June 9, 2026 – Published by Jesse Griego

“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

Toddler born with hearing loss is now thriving with cochlear implant and ASL

May 21, 2026 – Published by Jesse Griego

“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

From thesis defense to teaching: Daniel’s Baha System journey

April 28, 2026 – Published by Jesse Griego

“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

How a cochlear implant and auditory verbal therapy helped Anthony dream of the big leagues even with single-sided deafness

April 9, 2026 – Published by Jesse Griego

“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

From struggling with hearing loss to hearing birds sing and her children playing! Erika received Cochlear bone conduction solutions, and her hearing has improved for the better

March 31, 2026 – Published by Jesse Griego

“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

Cochlear North America Celebrates International Cochlear Implant Day with Announcement of 2026 Academic Scholarship Recipients

February 27, 2026 – Published by Jesse Griego

“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

Cochlear Announces Availability of Nucleus Nexa System to US Military Veterans

January 9, 2026 – Published by Jesse Griego

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

An Emmy win and health considerations pushed Linda toward choosing better hearing with a cochlear implant

December 17, 2025 – Published by Jesse Griego

“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

Tracy found clarity that was missing with her hearing aids through a cochlear implant

November 21, 2025 – Published by Jesse Griego

“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

How bilateral Kanso Sound Processors helped young Piper hear and thrive

October 31, 2025 – Published by Jesse Griego

“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

How to support your loved one at a hearing appointment—and beyond

October 23, 2025 – Published by Jesse Griego

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

Cochlear North America Wins Dual Honors at 2025 Hearing Health & Technology Matters Innovator Awards

October 16, 2025 – Published by Jesse Griego

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

Kim’s journey to a cochlear implant: a new beginning to hear and thrive

October 9, 2025 – Published by Jesse Griego

A Journey Shaped by Hearing Loss “I was born with severe-to-profound hearing loss of unknown origin. From a very young age, I wore two hearing aids but at age eight, I decided to keep just one in my right ear—my left ear has no hearing. For a long time, I tried to downplay my communication … Continued

Winning back shared adventure: How Hank supported his wife Kathy throughout her hearing loss journey

September 30, 2025 – Published by Jesse Griego

“Kathy and I met in August of 1979 and were married a year later. Over the next decade, we welcomed three children—two sons and a daughter. We both valued and pursued education. Kathy became a nurse and worked part-time when the kids were in school. As they grew older, she gained more experience and put … Continued

My unexpected journey to hearing again: Living with the Cochlear Osia System

September 23, 2025 – Published by Jesse Griego

“My journey with hearing loss came unexpectedly, without warning, at a time that could not have been worse. In November 2022, a serious, life-threatening virus unexpectedly thrust me into a world where I could barely walk, and my vision and hearing were severely impaired. I spent 20 days in an intensive care facility while doctors … Continued

Tennis, traveling and thriving: Mathilde’s experience as a recipient of cochlear implants

August 21, 2025 – Published by Jesse Griego

“My name is Mathilde, and I am a 24-year-old bilateral cochlear implant user from Denmark. I was born with profound sensorineural hearing loss and received my cochlear implants when I was 2 and 6 years old. At that time, I could only receive one cochlear implant, so I traveled to Sweden to get my second … Continued

Bringing up Brynn: A young girl’s journey with a cochlear implant and an auditory brainstem implant

July 22, 2025 – Published by Jesse Griego

“Before our daughter, Brynn, was born in 2008, we were already concerned about her hearing. Though we are a hearing couple with no history of deafness in our respective families, our son, Jevin, who was born a few years prior with single-sided deafness, had repeatedly failed his newborn hearing screening in one ear. Many doctor … Continued

In Addy’s words: embracing my hearing loss disability with the Osia System

July 8, 2025 – Published by Jesse Griego

“I was born deaf in my right ear. My parents did a lot of diagnostic and genetic testing when I was a baby, but my doctors could not find a cause for the deafness. I received a CT, and it showed that the anatomy of my inner ear is completely normal, which surprised me. My … Continued

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