Makati Medical Center completes first cochlear implantation surgery
Makati Medical Center (MakatiMed) has reached a significant breakthrough with the successful completion of its first cochlear implantation surgery. This achievement was made possible through the collaborative efforts of the Section of Otology-Neurotology under the Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, in partnership with the Department of Pediatrics.
On Feb. 23, a pediatric patient diagnosed with congenital profound hearing loss in both ears underwent a life-changing cochlear implantation at MakatiMed. This transformative procedure was performed by a distinguished team of specialists, including Clydine Maria Antonette G. Barrientos, MD (Pediatric ENT), Aurelia G. Leus, MD (Pediatric Cardiology), Erasmo Gonzalo D.V. Llanes, MD (Otorhinolaryngology), Gerard F. Lapiña, MD (Otorhinolaryngology), and Rosario Loraine Moscare, MD (Anesthesiology). Their combined expertise ensured a successful surgery that paved the way for the patient to perceive sound, develop speech, and experience an improved quality of life.
Cochlear implantation is a revolutionary intervention for individuals with severe to profound hearing loss. Unlike conventional hearing aids, cochlear implants directly stimulate the auditory nerve, enabling recipients to process sound and communicate more effectively. This procedure represents a significant step forward in MakatiMed’s mission to provide world-class, comprehensive healthcare services that prioritize patient-centered and multidisciplinary approaches to treatment.
As the hospital continues to pioneer advanced medical procedures, this milestone serves as an inspiration to further enhance its services and deliver transformative health-care solutions to patients in need.
For more information, please contact MakatiMed On-Call at tel. +632-88888999 local 8401 to 8402.
