Manipal sets highest in cochlear implantations in Andhra Pradesh

Vijayawada, February 24, 2023: Manipal Hospital in Vijayawada has accomplished yet another feat. It made history as the hospital that performed the most cochlear implantation surgeries in a single year. It is the only hospital in the state that has performed over 70 cochlear implantation surgeries. 

Furthermore, more than ten bilateral cochlear implant surgeries were performed under 2 to 3 years old children.
 
Speaking on the occasion Dr.V.Venkata Krishna Sandeep, Consultant - ENT, Head & Neck Surgery, Cochlear Implant Surgeon says “We are honoured to be a part of corporate social responsibility previously, cochlear implantation treatment was provided free of charge to these children through the Chief Minister's Relief Fund (CMRF) and the Dr.YSR Aarogyasri Health Scheme.  Over seventy children have been treated, and many have been cured and are now able to communicate."
 
Speaking on the occasion Mr.Sridhar Jasti, Audiologist says,” Many kids are deaf from birth and could have hearing issues. They contend that as a result, they are mute.

 Those kids received free care from Manipal Hospitals. Individuals who underwent this cochlear implantation procedure are now living happy, trouble-free lives.
 
Speaking on the occasion Dr.Sudhakar Kantipudi - Hospital Director, Manipal Hospital Vijayawada, says, “Manipal Hospital was the first in Andhra Pradesh to perform cochlear implantation surgeries. More than 70 children have had cochlear implantation surgeries performed by our doctors so far. 

Our doctors have created history with these successful surgeries. My heartful congratulations to Dr. V. Venkata Krishna Sandeep,Dr. Anne Jaya Krishna & Mr.Sridhar Jasti, Audiologist who accomplished this feat." he added.