I recently learned that Dr. Loren Bartels had performed a cochlear implant surgery on a five-month-old child.

He was also the surgeon who performed bilateral cochlear implant surgery on me in December 2015 just before my 65th birthday. His career with cochlear implants predates the time of FDA approval for them in the United States.

In other words, he has seen and performed surgery and the restoration of hearing through these miracle devices from the start. He talks about his background and the advancement of cochlear implants as well as his own criteria for determining a candidacy. His views on pediatric cochlear implant surgery are invaluable to those parents who are seeking answers.

His unique perspective is invaluable to those starting their hearing journey research. I am glad he agreed to take time on his busy schedule to s ...