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A valid email is required. \[group message-box\] I accept the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy \[/group\] ## Overview Indications ### [ Severe to profound hearing loss Cochlear Implant ](https://hearbetter.medel.com/en-ca/indications/severe-to-profound-hearing-loss-cochlear-implant/) Cochlear Implant [ Find out more ](https://hearbetter.medel.com/en-ca/indications/severe-to-profound-hearing-loss-cochlear-implant/) ### [ Conditions of the outer or middle ear with conductive or mixed hearing loss ](https://hearbetter.medel.com/en-ca/indications/conditions-of-the-outer-or-middle-ear-with-conductive-or-mixed-hearing-loss-2/) BONEBRIDGE Bone conduction implant [ Find out more ](https://hearbetter.medel.com/en-ca/indications/conditions-of-the-outer-or-middle-ear-with-conductive-or-mixed-hearing-loss-2/) ### [ Partial deafness/High frequency sensorineural hearing loss ](https://hearbetter.medel.com/en-ca/indications/partial-deafness-high-frequency-sensorineural-hearing-loss/) Electrical-Acoustic Stimulation (EAS) for [ Find out more ](https://hearbetter.medel.com/en-ca/indications/partial-deafness-high-frequency-sensorineural-hearing-loss/) ### [ Mild conductive hearing loss ](https://hearbetter.medel.com/en-ca/indications/mild-conductive-hearing-loss/) Bone Conduction System [ Find out more ](https://hearbetter.medel.com/en-ca/indications/mild-conductive-hearing-loss/) ### [ Conditions of the outer or middle ear with mild to severe sensorineural hearing loss ](https://hearbetter.medel.com/en-ca/indications/conditions-of-the-outer-or-middle-ear-with-mild-to-severe-sensorineural-hearing-loss/) VIBRANT SOUNDBRIDGE Middle Ear Implant [ Find out more ](https://hearbetter.medel.com/en-ca/indications/conditions-of-the-outer-or-middle-ear-with-mild-to-severe-sensorineural-hearing-loss/) ### [ Conditions of the outer or middle ear with conductive or mixed hearing loss ](https://hearbetter.medel.com/en-ca/indications/conditions-of-the-outer-or-middle-ear-with-conductive-or-mixed-hearing-loss-2/) VIBRANT SOUNDBRIDGE Middle Ear Implant [ Find out more ](https://hearbetter.medel.com/en-ca/indications/conditions-of-the-outer-or-middle-ear-with-conductive-or-mixed-hearing-loss-2/) ![](https://hearbetter.medel.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/candidate-selection.png) ## Candidate selection tool Use our interactive candidate selection tool to easily navigate the candidacy guidelines. This easy-to-use app uses simple yes/no questions to suggest appropriate MED-EL solutions for each candidate's specific needs. No registration required - try it now! [ Getting started ](https://partner.medel.pro/candidacy/) ## Science Updates ### [ Totally Implantable Cochlear Implant (TICI): Feasibility Study ](https://hearbetter.medel.com/en-ca/study/totally-implantable-cochlear-implant-tici-feasibility-study-2/) hearbetter **|** 2026 Apr. [ Find out more ](https://hearbetter.medel.com/en-ca/study/totally-implantable-cochlear-implant-tici-feasibility-study-2/) ### [ Study: Cochlear Implantation in Elderly Patients ](https://hearbetter.medel.com/en-ca/study/study-cochlear-implantation-in-elderly-patients-2/) hearbetter **|** 2026 Apr. [ Find out more ](https://hearbetter.medel.com/en-ca/study/study-cochlear-implantation-in-elderly-patients-2/) ### [ Study: Long-term Hearing Preservation in Electric Acoustic Cochlear Implant Candidates ](https://hearbetter.medel.com/en-ca/study/study-long-term-hearing-preservation-in-electric-acoustic-cochlear-implant-candidates-2/) hearbetter **|** 2026 Apr. [ Find out more ](https://hearbetter.medel.com/en-ca/study/study-long-term-hearing-preservation-in-electric-acoustic-cochlear-implant-candidates-2/) [ View all studies ](/en-ca/science-updates) ## Hearing News Category: All ↓ All Expert Interview General Patient Case Product: All ↓ All 03/09/2026 General ### [ AI in Hearing Healthcare and Rehabilitation – Part I ](https://hearbetter.medel.com/en-ca/news/ai-in-hearing-rehabilitation-flexible-individual/) [ ![](https://hearbetter.medel.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/website_teaser_AI_part1.jpg) ](https://hearbetter.medel.com/en-ca/news/ai-in-hearing-rehabilitation-flexible-individual/) [ Read more ](https://hearbetter.medel.com/en-ca/news/ai-in-hearing-rehabilitation-flexible-individual/) 03/09/2026 General ### [ AI in Hearing Healthcare and Rehabilitation – Part II ](https://hearbetter.medel.com/en-ca/news/ai-in-hearing-healthcare-and-rehabilitation-data-responsibility/) [ ![](https://hearbetter.medel.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/website_teaser_AI_part2.jpg) ](https://hearbetter.medel.com/en-ca/news/ai-in-hearing-healthcare-and-rehabilitation-data-responsibility/) [ Read more ](https://hearbetter.medel.com/en-ca/news/ai-in-hearing-healthcare-and-rehabilitation-data-responsibility/) 03/09/2026 Expert Interview ### [ Will Gene Therapy replace Cochlear Implants? ](https://hearbetter.medel.com/en-ca/news/will-gene-therapy-replace-cochlear-implants/) [ ![](https://hearbetter.medel.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/website_teaser_Prof_Arnoldner-1.jpg) ](https://hearbetter.medel.com/en-ca/news/will-gene-therapy-replace-cochlear-implants/) [ Read more ](https://hearbetter.medel.com/en-ca/news/will-gene-therapy-replace-cochlear-implants/) [ Go to hearing news ](/en-ca/news) ![](https://hearbetter.medel.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Img-Hearbetter-sem-fundo-2-scaled.png) ## Practical hearing‑implant insights for your ENT or Audiology practice. ### Stay up to date with clear information on candidacy basics, real‑world patient stories, and relevant updates from the field of cochlear and other hearing implants. 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