Cochlear Receives Prestigious Gold Medical Design Excellence Award for Nucleus(R) Freedom(TM) Cochlear Implant System.ENGLEWOOD, Colo. -- Cochlear cochlear pertaining to or emanating from the cochlea. cochlear duct the coiled portion of the membranous labyrinth located inside the cochlea; contains endolymph. cochlear nerve see Table 14. today announced that the Nucleus(R) Freedom(TM) Cochlear Implant cochlear implant n. An electronic device that stimulates auditory nerve fibers in the inner ear in individuals with severe or profound bilateral hearing loss, allowing them to recognize some sounds, especially speech sounds. System received a 2006 Gold Medical Design Excellence Award (MDEA MDEA 3,4-Methylenedioxy-N-Ethylamphetamine (empathogenic/psychedelic drug closely related to MDMA) MDEA Master Data Exchange Agreement MDEA Methyl Di-Ethyl Amine ), during the presentation of awards yesterday at the Medical Design & Manufacturing East Conference and Exposition in New York City New York City: see New York, city. New York City City (pop., 2000: 8,008,278), southeastern New York, at the mouth of the Hudson River. The largest city in the U.S. . The Gold MDEA award is the highest level of recognition among these prestigious awards that exclusively recognize contributions and advances in the design of medical products. Cochlear's Nucleus Freedom system, their 4th generation implant system, is the newest, most advanced cochlear implant system designed to mimic the functions of the human ear. "It is a great honor to be a recipient of an MDEA Award, particularly to receive the Gold distinction," said Robert Southwood, lead engineer for the Freedom system. "In developing the Nucleus Freedom we strove to create the most advanced implant that would best help those suffering with hearing loss, while maintaining minimal disruption in their lifestyles. We are gratified grat·i·fy tr.v. grat·i·fied, grat·i·fy·ing, grat·i·fies 1. To please or satisfy: His achievement gratified his father. See Synonyms at please. 2. to be recognized in this important forum of industry leaders." Cochlear implants Cochlear Implants Definition A cochlear implant is a surgical treatment for hearing loss that works like an artificial human cochlea in the inner ear, helping to send sound from the ear to the brain. are a safe and effective treatment for severe-to-profound hearing loss in adults and children. A cochlear implant is an amazing technological device that bypasses the damaged hair cells Hair cells Sensory receptors in the inner ear that transform sound vibrations into messages that travel to the brain. Mentioned in: Cochlear Implants and stimulates the hearing nerve directly, providing useful hearing and improved communication abilities to the implant user. The Nucleus Freedom system is the only cochlear implant system that offers unmatched reliability, feature flexibility, IP44 tested water-resistance and a variety of adjustable options to meet each user's individual need and hearing fingerprint. This allows each individual the best chance of optimizing their hearing experience in a range of listening situations. Approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in March 2005, the Nucleus Freedom features both an internal component and an external sound processor. The MDEA program is open worldwide to companies and individuals involved in the design, engineering, manufacturing or distribution of finished medical devices or medical packaging; with awards offered in 10 different categories. About Cochlear(TM) Americas Since launching the world's first cochlear implant system more than 20 years ago, Cochlear Limited and its US headquarters, Cochlear Americas, have brought the miracle of sound to more than 75,000 hearing-impaired individuals across the globe. Cochlear's state-of-the-art technologies, based on extensive research and development at preeminent academic institutions, restore the ability to hear sound and understand speech--enhancing both learning capabilities and quality of life for those with severe to profound hearing loss. Cochlear has remained the market leader in its field thanks to an unwavering commitment to innovation, reliability and customer support. Numerous awards, as well as published scientific data, attest to Cochlear's outstanding product line and unsurpassed performance. Cochlear's promise "Hear now. And always" reflects its dedication to durability and service. For more information about Cochlear's products, call the Cochlear Nucleus cochlear nucleus n. Any of the nuclei that are located on the dorsal and lateral surface of the inferior cerebellar peduncle in the floor of the lateral recess of the rhomboid fossa, receive the incoming fibers of the cochlear part of the Hotline at 800/458-4999 (Voice) or 800/483-3123 (TTY (TeleTYpewriter) See teletypewriter and TDD/TTY. (hardware) tty - /tit'ee/ (ITS pronunciation, but some Unix people say it this way as well; this pronunciation is not considered to have sexual undertones), /T T Y/ 1. teletypewriter. 2. ) or visit the website at www.cochlear.com. |
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