Cochlear Implants Explained by Dr. Shree Rao | Complete Guide for Parents and Patients In this video, I, Dr. Shree Rao, leading Cochlear Implant Surgeon and Director of Dr. Rao’s ENT, explain everything you need to know about cochlear implants — how they work, what parts they include, and how they can help restore hearing. Whether you are a parent of a child with hearing loss, someone dealing with profound hearing impairment, or simply curious about this life-changing technology, this video offers a clear and simple explanation to help you understand it better. What You Will Learn Main Parts of a Cochlear Implant External Components (Worn outside the ear): Microphone – Captures sound from the environment Speech Processor – Converts sound into digital signals Transmitter Coil – Sends signals wirelessly to the implant Internal Components (Surgically implanted): Receiver and Stimulator – Receives signals and sends them to the electrodes Electrode Array – Inserted into the cochlea and stimulates the hearing nerve
