About Cochlear
Cochlear: A Leader in Implantable Hearing Solutions
Cochlear is a global leader in implantable hearing solutions that help restore hearing and connect people to a world of sound. The company was founded in 1981 by Dr. Graeme Clark, who invented the first multi-channel cochlear implant, which has since helped millions of people around the world hear again.
With headquarters in Sydney, Australia, Cochlear has operations in more than 100 countries and employs over 4,000 people worldwide. The company's mission is to improve the lives of people with hearing loss by providing innovative and reliable solutions that enable them to hear better and communicate more effectively.
Cochlear offers a range of implantable devices that are designed to meet the needs of different types and degrees of hearing loss. These include cochlear implants for severe-to-profound sensorineural hearing loss, bone conduction implants for conductive or mixed hearing loss, and acoustic implants for single-sided deafness.
One of Cochlear's most advanced products is the Nucleus® System, which is a cochlear implant system that uses advanced technology to deliver clear sound quality even in noisy environments. The Nucleus System consists of an external processor worn behind the ear that captures sound from the environment and converts it into digital signals. These signals are then transmitted wirelessly to an internal receiver-stimulator implanted under the skin behind the ear. The receiver-stimulator sends electrical impulses directly to the auditory nerve, bypassing damaged hair cells in the inner ear.
Another innovative product from Cochlear is Baha® System, which uses bone conduction technology to transmit sound directly through bone rather than through air like traditional hearing aids do. This makes it an ideal solution for people with conductive or mixed hearing loss who cannot benefit from traditional amplification.
In addition to its cutting-edge products, Cochlear also provides comprehensive support services for patients throughout their journey with their device. This includes counseling before surgery as well as ongoing rehabilitation services after activation.
Cochlear's commitment to innovation has earned it numerous awards over its history including recognition as one of Forbes' Most Innovative Companies (2019) and being named one of Australia's Most Innovative Companies by AFR BOSS Magazine (2020).
Overall, Cochlear continues its mission today as it did when it was founded - improving lives through innovative solutions that help restore hearing and connect people with a world full of sounds they may have never heard before!