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COVID-19 Update 11th May 2021 (with BSL)

We would like to let you know how USAIS is able to support our patients and service users as the Covid-19 situation gradually improves.  We are very pleased to report that the USAIS clinic has remained open throughout this year, and we have also managed to increase the number of patients we are able to see over the last few months, while maintaining a Covid-safe environment. Continue reading →

NIHR research into Early Parent Interaction in Deafness

Martina Curtin is funded by the National Institute of Health Research (NIHR) to create a new tool for parents and professionals: the E-PID - Early Parent Interaction in Deafness.   Martina wants to know how Speech and Language Therapists, Qualified Teachers of the Deaf and Clinical Psychologists assess parent-child interaction, with particular focus on how professionals observe parents' interactions when they communicate with their deaf children aged 0-3. Continue reading →

Beware! Royal Mail Texting Scam

The Spares and Repairs team are regularly sending out parcels with spare parts and accessories.  We are, therefore, warning you about a postage scam.  Firstly, please note: The system we use for postage is very robust; it is extremely unlikely that the wrong postage would be applied. We always put our address on the back of the envelope which ensures that Royal Mail will return any items they are not able to deliver. Continue reading →

MED-EL UK Webinar series

Is a cochlear implant right for me? What you might look for in a cochlear implant Next steps These questions will be addressed in a 40 minute webinar to be repeated on the following dates: 24/3/2021 @ 2 pm 27/3/2021 @ 11 am The Webinar is for both cochlear implant users and candidates. If you would like to join a webinar, click on your chosen date and complete the "Survey Monkey" registration form. Continue reading →

USAIS joins Cochlear Implant International Community of Action (CIICA)

        CIICA: is an exciting new global community of cochlear implant user and family advocacy groups and individuals who support our shared vision of closing the global gap in cochlear implant provision and ensuring lifelong support for all who benefit.  The community of organisations and individuals value the opportunity for a new way of working for CI advocacy groups and the opportunity to make a difference. Continue reading →

PhD Audiology Opportunity: Subarachnoid Haemorrhage, Hearing and Cognition 

Subarachnoid haemorrhage (SAH), a subtype of stroke, is a bleed on the surface of the brain.  It has a high fatality rate (approximately 50%) and for those who survive it is often a life altering event. There is increasing recognition that, although people with a history of SAH look outwardly healthy, they have substantial "hidden" disability which impairs their daily functioning. Continue reading →

Recording of electrode voltages on the surface of head to test for cochlear implant problems

At USAIS we have developed a new, easy-to-use test which measures how current flows from cochlear implants. The test uses electrodes which are placed on the head of the cochlear implant user. The test is able to accurately pick up when the current flow within the implant is not normal, such as when the device is not fully inside the cochlea.  The test also has the potential to show up other subtler problems with the device. Please see examples of test results below. Continue reading →

COVID-19 update 6th January 2021 (with BSL)

Following the government announcement on the 5 Jan, the Auditory Implant Service is still open for clinicians to see patients in clinic.   We are reviewing the appointments that have been booked and will be postponing some of them to ensure we remain COVID-safe during a time when the virus is highly transmittable. We will contact patients if their appointment has to be cancelled for the time being.  If you need an urgent appointment, please let us know. Continue reading →