Sakshi’s Journey to Hearing: A Mother’s Gratitude to Dr. Shree Rao In this heartfelt video, Lahari, the mother of Sakshi, shares her emotional journey of discovering her daughter’s hearing loss through the BERA test and finding hope in the expertise of Dr. Shree Rao, a renowned Ear Surgeon and one of the best cochlear implant surgeons. After learning about Dr. Rao’s work through a WhatsApp group, the family traveled to her hospital in February. Dr. Rao warmly welcomed them and reassured them that Sakshi’s hearing loss could be treated with a cochlear implant surgery. On the 22nd of last month, the surgery was successfully completed, and today, Sakshi’s implant was switched on. The joy and relief the family experienced upon seeing their daughter’s reaction to sound for the first time are indescribable. As their first child, Sakshi’s diagnosis brought immense worry, but thanks to Dr. Rao’s compassionate care and expertise, the family now looks forward to a brighter future. This video also highlights the incredible generosity of Dr. Shree Rao, who performed the surgery—typically costing ₹10–20 lakhs—for free, and even provided access to affordable therapy to aid Sakshi’s development. If you’re considering a cochlear implant surgery or want to learn more about the cochlear implant age limit, this video showcases the transformative impact of advanced medical care and the dedication of Dr. Shree Rao.