Cochlear Implant Center
The UCSF Douglas Grant Cochlear Implant Center has been involved in developing and implanting cochlear implant systems for more than 35 years. Our team includes experienced audiologists, surgeons, psychologists and other experts, who are dedicated to providing the most advanced technology and highest-quality care. Each year, we evaluate and treat thousands of adults and children. Our services include evaluation, counseling, surgery, device programming and testing, and rehabilitation.
Doctor referral required
Our locations
Our team
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Taha A. Jan
MD
Otologist, neurotologist and skull base surgeon -
Kurt Kramer
AuD
Audiologist -
Charles Limb
MD
Otologist, neurotologist and skull base surgeon -
Colleen Polite
AuD
Audiologist -
Jeffrey Sharon
MD
Otologist, neurotologist and skull base surgeon -
Aaron Tward
MD, PhD
Otologist, neurotologist and skull base surgeon
Clinical trials
Awards & recognition
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Best hospital in Northern California
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Best in Northern California in ear, nose & throat
Support services
Plan your visit
What to Bring
- Photo I.D.
- Health insurance card
- Insurance authorization, if required
- Doctor's referral, if required
- Recent test results related to your condition
- List of your medications, including dosages, plus any you're allergic to
- List of questions you may have
- Device or paper for taking notes
International Services
If you live in another country and are coming to UCSF for medical
treatment, our patient liaisons can help coordinate all aspects of your visit.
Interpreters
UCSF offers language services at no charge for patients with limited
English, as well as for patients who are deaf or have trouble hearing.
Hospital Stays
Checking into the hospital? Find helpful information by clicking on the relevant “Your Hospital Stay” booklet: Mission Bay, Parnassus or Mount
Zion.
Your Doctor Visit
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