Pediatric cochlear implantation

UChicago surgeon gives cochlear implants to two generations: a father and infant son

The audiologist clicked a link on her computer screen, and 10-month-old Dennis Hill perked up. His eyes began to dart around the room. “Denny?” his mom said. “Can you hear me?” his dad said, as a smile spread across Dennis’ face.

Dana L. Suskind

Title: Professor of Surgery, Pediatrics, and Public Policy (affiliated); Director, Pediatric Hearing Loss and Cochlear Implant Program; Co-Director, TMW Center for Early Learning + Public Health

Expertise: Language development, Pediatric cochlear implantation

Departmental website: https://www.uchicagomedicine.org/find-a-physician/physician/dana-l-suskind