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Often the biggest challenge within the first week is asking your child to wear their processors and keep magnets/coils attached to their head.

Between the ages of 11 and 18, your child will be reviewed in what is known as the ‘Transition Service’.

Information about Paediatric Rehabilitation, Switch-on and Tuning following Cochlear Implantation

Following the assessment process the cochlear implant team will meet to decide if your child would benefit from a cochlear implant. You will be told about the decision and if we are going to offer an implant you will be given a date for surgery and an appointment to see the surgeon and sign the consent form.

Information for parents/carers about your baby’s referral for a cochlear implant assessment

Now that your child has been referred to the North East Regional Cochlear Implant Programme, they will need to undergo a range of assessments in order to determine if cochlear implants would be a suitable option for them.