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Hear Life.The MAESTRO Cochlear Implant System with FineHearing™ Defines the Finest Details of Sound.

When your child whispers in your ear, you want to hear every syllable of what is said. You want to discern the distinct differences between the trill of a meadowlark and the coo of a dove. You want every note, every crunch, every ping, every ring, every click, every single sound to be defined in glorious detail, even in a wide range of environments.

MAESTRO from MED‑EL brings that kind of richness and clarity into your life. Revolutionary FineHearing™ sound processing technology – made possible by the recognised innovation leader in cochlear implant systems – enables you to access the meaningful details of sound, comfortably and reliably in more detail than ever before.


Introducing the Innovative MAESTRO CI System . . . . . . . 6

Falisha T., Indonesia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

The World’s Smallest Cochlear Implants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Automatic Sound Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

How a Cochlear Implant Helps Restore Hearing . . . . . . 14

Best Performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

The Fine Details of Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Proven Quality you can Rely on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Every Step of the Way . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Lukas K., Germany . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Innovation and Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

MED‑EL – a Visionary Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26


MED‑EL is a company of people unwilling to settle for less than the best. We define “best” according to four major criteria: industry‑leading technology; fast, courteous and consistent customer service response; state‑of‑the‑art research and development; and worldwide leadership in educational and rehabilitation materials.

Pioneering scientists and engineers, whose work led to breakthroughs in cochlear implant technology, founded MED‑EL in 1989. They made a commitment to invest a substantial percentage of the company’s revenue in research and development. We have kept that promise for almost 20 years.

Past and present research has led to innovations such as bilateral cochlear implantation and Electric Acoustic Stimulation. Research efforts contribute not only to advances in technology, but also to expanding candidacy criteria and improvements in medical reimbursement.

MED‑EL offers implantable solutions across the hearing loss spectrum, including cochlear and middle ear implants and combined electric acoustic stimulation.

A Company Defined By Excellence


PULSARCI100SONATATI100

OPUS 2with FineTuner™ remote control

OPUS 1

Introducing the Innovative MAESTRO CI System

The truly innovative MAESTRO Cochlear Implant System featuring 1100 electronics offers a choice of two audio processors, two implant housing designs and the softest, most flexible and atraumatic electrodes available anywhere. Your doctor will help you to choose the best product combination for your individual needs.

Developed by The Hearing Implant Company, the MAESTRO Cochlear Implant System represents the state of the art in hearing implant technology with user friendly features such as the FineTuner™ remote control unit for on‑the‑go audio processor adjustment, FineHearing and Automatic Sound Management for an optimal listening experience in changing listening environments, and the smallest, lightest audio processors and most compact implants.


We believe that MAESTRO is really the best CI in the world since our daughter can

enjoy three language lessons in her

school: Bahasa Indonesia, English and Arabic. She

can even sing in tune along with her friends.

Thank God miracles do happen.

MAESTROFalisha T., Indonesia

MAESTRO COCHLEAR IMPLANT SYSTEM

The Future is Now If you’ve been waiting for technology to improve before moving forward

with a cochlear implant for yourself or a loved one, there’s never been a

better time to take another look. The MAESTRO CI System’s electronics

platform incorporates “future ready” features. Simple upgrades in external

components or computer software will implement these features in the

future, enabling you to take advantage of our intelligent, forward-thinking

engineering today, tomorrow and for many years to come.

THE MAESTRO ADVANTAGE:

PULSARCI100 andSONATATI100 cochlear implants

Cochlear Implants

The Difference is in the Details

The smallest cochlear implants available

The only implants to provide FineHearing™ Technology for better music appreciation and hearing in noisy environments

The longest electrode array in the industry and the only system to stimulate the entire cochlea

Soft, flexible electrodes in six configurations designed specifically for hearing preservation

Outstanding reliability of the entire cochlear implant system including industry leading reporting methods available online

Engineered according to the strictest safety standards

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The World’s Smallest Cochlear Implants

MAESTRO

I never knew that nature made

such beautiful music. Every chance

I get, I let it sing to me.

ALLISON R.

MED‑EL produces the most compact cochlear implant housing in the industry. A smaller implant means your surgeon can perform the surgical procedure in less time and in a smaller area behind the ear.

MED‑EL packs a lot of power into such a small implant. The new I100 electronics design of our cochlear implants provides the user with the best battery life in the industry, 3–5 days using our most current and powerful sound coding strategies.

33.6 mm

50.5 mm

56.0 mm

45.7 mm

MAESTRO SONATATI100

Cochlear Nucleus CI512

Advanced Bionics HIRES 90K

MAESTRO PULSARCI100


Most Compact Implant DesignMED‑EL offers the smallest, most compact implant design available. With

MAESTRO, MED‑EL offers a choice of two implant designs, the PULSARCI100 and

SONATATI100. Both feature the powerful I100 electronics platform designed to

provide CI users with greater sound detail and clarity, particularly beneficial for

music enjoyment and listening in difficult situations.

The PULSARCI100 is made of highly robust ceramic. The PULSARCI100 is the

smallest, most compact and lightest cochlear implant available – an especially

important factor for infants and small children. The SONATATI100 features robust

titanium housing. This small‑volume, extemely light titanium implant is ideal for

both children and adults. The exceptionally small dimensions of both implants

allow the use of minimally invasive surgical techniques for faster recovery. Your

doctor will help you to choose the right option for you or your child.

Soft, Flexible, AtraumaticThe cochlea is a delicate organ. Because most people have some degree of

residual hearing that should be preserved, MED‑EL features soft, flexible

electrodes for the most atraumatic insertion possible. Preserving residual

hearing ensures that patients retain their natural capacity for sound perception,

enabling them to benefit from future technological advancements.

What is Complete Cochlear Coverage (CCC)?The cochlea is made up of nerve fibres which extend the entire length of the

cochlea. Nerve fibres at the base of the cochlea are responsible for processing

high frequency sounds, while nerve fibres at the apex,

or uppermost region of the cochlea, process the lower

frequency sounds. Studies show that providing apical

and basal stimulation with a fully inserted MED‑EL

standard electrode array has distinct benefit in speech

understanding, compared to conditions that did not provide

apical stimulation.1

The Electrode StandardIn 9 out of 10 surgeries, the soft, flexible Standard

Electrode Array is the preferred solution. With a length

of 31 mm, the Standard electrode is the longest electrode

on the market and features 12 pairs of electrode contacts.

It is designed to stimulate the entire cochlea, from the

base to the apex for Complete Cochlear Coverage of all

available frequency ranges so that patients can experience

the fullness of sound from the highest highs to the lowest lows.

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A Variety of Electrode Arrays for Every CochleaIn addition to the standard electrode, MED-EL offers a variety of electrodes,

enabling surgeons to select the optimal solution to fit each individual’s unique

cochlear anatomy.

FLEXSOFT Electrode ArraySimilar to the Standard Array, the FLEXSOFT Electrode Array

allows for deep insertion into the apical region of the cochlea

(CCC). The specially designed electrode tip offers increased

mechanical flexibility for reduced insertion force.

FLEXEAS Electrode ArrayThe FLEXEAS Electrode Array is designed for Combined

Electric Acoustic Stimulation (EAS) with insertion no

deeper than the basal cochlear turn. The array features a

flexible electrode tip with increased mechanical flexibility

for reduced insertion force.

Medium Electrode ArrayThe Medium Electrode Array features 12 moderately

spaced electrode pairs and is designed for cases where

deep insertion is not desired or is not possible due to

anatomic restrictions.

Compressed Electrode Array Specifically designed for partial ossification or malformation

of the cochlea, the Compressed Electrode Array features

12 pairs of contacts equally spaced over a shorter

distance to maximise the number of channels available and

optimise performance.

Split Electrode Array*

Specifically designed for severe ossification of the cochlea,

the Split Electrode features 2 separate electrode branches,

one with 5 pairs and one with 7 pairs of contacts. The

arrays are designed for insertion into different areas of the

cochlea to maximise both the performance and the number

of channels available.

*Only available with the PULSARCI100

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MAESTRO’s OPUS 2 with the FineTuner remote control

Audio Processors


Thinnest and lightest processor available today – so small, it’s easy to forget you are wearing it!

Featuring Automatic Sound Management for seamless transitions between changing listening environments

Ergonomic design for maximum comfort and cosmetic appeal

The only processor to include FineHearing™ Technology for better music appreciation and hearing in noisy environments

Featuring the FineTuner™ remote control, allowing easy adjustment of your settings

A standard input port for connection to FM systems, assistive listening devices – even iPod® and Bluetooth®

Multiple wearing styles and battery options

The DaCapo rechargeable battery system

The OPUS 1 alternative processor for users who prefer changing settings via integrated switches

THE MAESTRO ADVANTAGE:


MAESTRO

Your real life is happening in quiet and in noise, in changing and challenging listening situations. Because your day takes place in a peaceful park or in a loud restaurant, in a busy train station or on a relaxing beach, MAESTRO’s unique technologies are designed to provide outstanding performance for real life – automatically.

Superior front‑end processing featuring Automatic Sound Management detects changing listening situations on‑the‑go, adapting automatically so you don’t have to.

it’s automatic. Automatic Sound Management

Our audio processors adapt to changing situations, so you don’t have to

FineTune On The GoThe OPUS 2 is the first processor worldwide to introduce a switch-free design.

Users can make changes to settings “on the go”, without removing the processor

from the ear and without interrupting hearing. The large buttons on the

FineTuner make it very easy to use – particularly advantageous for people who

have difficulties seeing or using small controls. For bilateral MED‑EL users, one

FineTuner makes adjustments independently to both audio processors.

Integrated TelecoilThe OPUS 2 has an integrated state‑of‑the‑art telecoil, a miniature receiver

that can be used with a wide variety of telephones, public sound systems and

induction loop systems.

Wireless Access with FM ConnectivityThe OPUS 2 FM Battery Pack Cover features a standard input jack

similar to those found on hearing aids. It provides convenient access

to mobile telephones, FM systems, MP3 players, televisions and

more. You can also use direct‑link assistive listening devices

(ALD) such as FM and Bluetooth® systems for unsurpassed

wireless connectivity.

The slim FineTuner is credit‑card sized with a thickness of only 6 mm


Battery Pack Options for All Ages and LifestylesWe pioneered the concept of a modular system, because no

two cochlear implant users are exactly alike. Most users choose the

standard battery pack because of its ergonomic styling and discrete

appearance. But those who choose the flexibility to swap battery

packs “on the fly” can adjust to whatever life brings.

The Smallest Processor in the IndustryOur standard battery pack features a low‑profile, contoured design that fits

perfectly behind the ear. As the wearing option of choice for most users, our

standard pack is ideal for comfortable, everyday use.

The Most Popular Wearing Option for ToddlersMED‑EL pioneered the most successful and preferred wearing

style for infants and young children, the BabyBTE. The entire

processor, including batteries, is worn on the baby’s clothing,

with no equipment on the ear. The BabyBTE is tamper proof

and features a status light allowing parents to easily check that

the processor is functioning correctly.

DaCapo Rechargeable Battery SystemThe DaCapo rechargeable battery system makes the

world’s lightest processor even lighter and preserves

the slim design. Fully compatible with FM systems and

other external devices such as Bluetooth®, it has a

charging time of less than four hours and provides 10–12

hours of continuous operation.

The DaCapo enables a “greener” lifestyle by reducing

the number of zinc air batteries and it reduces your

daily operating cost by eliminating the need to purchase

disposable batteries.

The DaCapo Charger can charge two batteries at

once. In addition to its normal AC adapter, MED‑EL also

offers a car cigarette lighter adapter cable for even more

convenience and flexibility.


MAESTROStatus Light

Our processors have a small LED that flashes to indicate a variety of error conditions, alerting parents or teachers to situations that require attention, like low batteries.

Safety Locks

All MED‑EL audio processors can be locked to ensure that small children are unable to disassemble the processor or tamper with the batteries. The FineTuner can also be locked or programmed so that settings can’t be changed inadvertently.

Low-profile coil

Private Alert

Adults appreciate the Private Alert, which signals low battery levels or setting changes. The Private Alert is audible only to the user and can be customised or deactivated by your audiologist.

Implant Identification

The IRIS™ feature (Individual Recognition of Implant System) provides bilateral users with extra peace of mind. If an audio processor is placed on the wrong ear, stimulation does not occur. This is also an advantage to prevent mix‑ups in schools where more than one child uses an implant.

Bilateral User SupportThe OPUS 2 is the first processor in the

industry to offer direct support to bilateral

users. One FineTuner remote control can

make adjustments to two audio processors!

SoundGuard

The OPUS processor monitors data continuously to protect against everyday problems like electrostatic discharge (ESD). If a problem is detected, SoundGuard immediately stops stimulation and a status light flashes. Simply rebooting the processor restores the device to its normal state, without returning it to the clinic for reprogramming.

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sienna brown

pacif ic blue

bordeaux red

nordic gray

Colour OptionsOPUS processors are

available in six different

colours. Additional battery

pack colours can be ordered.

Water Resistant ProcessorsTo minimise the effects of moisture on

electronic components, the circuit boards

used in MED‑EL audio processors are

uniquely coated to effectively shield the

electronic components. Our optimised device

housing is designed to act as a barrier to fluids

and water vapour but is not hermetically

sealed – this prevents corrosion much more

effectively, as it allows any internal moisture to

dry out rather than remain trapped inside.

This extremely effective strategy protects

audio processors from moisture related

damage so that the user can have reliable,

quality hearing performance anywhere.

The OPUS 1 AlternativeFlexibility at your fingertips

The OPUS 1 processor offers

the latest high‑performance

sound processing

technologies in a proven

housing design that is being

used by thousands of adults

and children worldwide. Easy to operate

on‑the‑processor switches allow users to

select programs and make adjustments,

anytime and anywhere.

The Most Options for Your LifeMAESTRO audio processors

are exceptionally compact and

lightweight, with a slim, low‑profile

design that fits comfortably behind

the ear. Interchangeable wearing

options, including special options

for children, ensure that the audio

processors can be adapted to

individual needs, lifestyles and

activities as well as the changing

requirements of growing children.

For more information on the

individual wearing styles, please visit

www.medel.com.

Children’s Battery Pack

Remote Battery Pack

BabyBTE and ActiveWear


For people with normal hearing, the ear processes sound effortlessly.

Sound is conducted into the ear canal, and vibrates the eardrum. The

eardrum is attached to the three small bones of hearing (ossicles) in the

middle ear, which transmit the vibrations on to the inner ear (cochlea).

The cochlea is the spiral‑shaped organ that contains tiny hair cells that turn

sound vibration into bioelectrical signals that are sent along the hearing

nerve to the brain. These hair cells are arranged according to pitch, just like

the keys on a piano keyboard. When the signals reach the brain, we hear.

For individuals with significant sensorineural hearing loss, sometimes called

“nerve hearing loss”, hearing is no longer effortless. Hearing aids can make

sound louder, but for many people, this is just not enough to allow them to

continue to function easily in a hearing world.

A cochlear implant can help these individuals by replacing and mimicking

the functions of the outer, middle and inner ear. The illustration to the

right explains in detail how a cochlear implant works.

How a Cochlear Implant helps to Restore Hearing


How a Cochlear Implant System WorksCochlear implant systems convert everyday sounds into coded electrical

pulses. These electrical pulses stimulate the auditory (hearing) nerve and the

brain interprets them as sound. As the brain receives sound information very

quickly, sounds are heard as they occur.

1 Sounds are picked up by the microphone of the audio processor.

2 The audio processor analyses and codes sounds into a special pattern of

electric pulses.

3 These pulses are sent to the coil and transmitted across the skin

to the implant.

4 The implant sends the pulses to the electrodes in the cochlea.

5 The auditory nerve picks up the signal and sends it to the auditory

centre in the brain. The brain recognises these signals as sound.

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The MAESTRO CI System is designed for real‑life. The successful

combination of FineHearing technology, Automatic Sound Management

and Complete Cochlear Coverage has been proven by the most

comprehensive independent clinical study available.2,3 With all major

cochlear implant brands tested, the MAESTRO CI System outperformed

all other cochlear implant systems.

Study participants listened to sentences with varying levels of noise in order

to simulate real‑life listening situations. Statistical analysis reveals significant

differences in performance between cochlear implant systems. As the

listening situation became progressively more challenging, only MED-EL

users continued to improve. Additionally, only MED‑EL users were able

to still understand 50% of speech, even when the noise levels were louder

than the presented speech. In a noisy restaurant or a crowded theatre, the

MAESTRO CI System provides superior hearing performance.

*Calculated from Haumann et al. (2008) using the psychometric function from Schmidt et al. (1997)

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Best Performance Up to 30% better performance in noise than any other tested system


A strategy is a plan with a clear destination. With cochlear implants,

“getting from here to there” means creating the most effective blueprint

for the conversion of sound into electrical signals that the brain can

understand. For years, coding strategies have only been able to represent

one part of the sound, known as the “envelope” while improvements

to the “fine structure” of sound have been limited by technological

advancement. FineHearing from MED-EL overcomes these challenges.

The “envelope approach” to implant development allows most users to

achieve good levels of speech understanding in a quiet environment.4

Unfortunately, focusing on the envelope portion of sound alone cannot

provide the best results for more complex hearing tasks. Without the fine

structure information, which gives a sound its particular quality, cochlear

implant users often report difficulty enjoying music and focusing on speech

in noisy environments.5 Special settings for certain situations, such as

focused listening or soft sounds, have not been a solution. In addition,

languages that rely largely on changes in tone, or tonal languages such as

Mandarin, have also been particularly challenging for cochlear implant users.

Elements of Sound Envelope

The envelope is the “loudness

contour” of the sound signal and

is essential for speech understanding.

Fine structure

The fine structure contains the subtle details of a sound signal and

enhances pitch and sound quality.

Envelope

Fine structure

The Fine Details of Sound



Studies demonstrate that fine structure is the main information carrier for

music and sound localisation.6 With FineHearing technology and Complete

Cochlear Coverage (CCC) users can benefit from Fine Structure Processing that

represents both parts of the sound, the envelope and the fine structure. Unlike

traditional sound processing, MAESTRO uses a highly advanced algorithm, known

as the Hilbert Transform, to provide high definition digital signal processing that

closely extracts the overall shape, or envelope, of an incoming sound with a high

degree of accuracy. The fine structure of the sound is also presented with great

accuracy to provide unprecedented sound quality.

Fine Structure Processing, a component of FineHearing technology from MED‑EL,

offers users a new level of sound quality,5 especially when listening to music, by

offering both the envelope and the fine structure sound information.

envelope and fine structure

envelope

The FineHearing™ Experience


Proven Quality you can Rely onMED‑EL cochlear implants are made according to the highest safety standards

for long‑term reliability, durability and performance. We do not just claim

we use only the highest quality materials and strictest testing procedures.

Additionally, we publish our data online so it is honest, straight‑forward and easy

to access. We invite you to read and evaluate our latest reliability statistics

at www.medel.com/reliability. MED‑EL recognises that when you choose a

cochlear implant, you are making a lifetime commitment to hearing. For this

reason, we want you to be able to make a well‑informed choice for a system and

a company that will be there for you throughout your new hearing journey!

MED‑EL evaluates product reliability using a special statistic called the

Cumulative Product Survival Rate (CSR). The CSR statistic is the same one

used to evaluate pacemaker reliability, and MED‑EL follows the reporting

procedure governed by the latest international (ISO) standard. This statistic

allows you to visualise how reliable our devices are over time. For MED‑EL, the

reliability of every component of the hearing implant system matters. At two

years after introduction, the SONATATI100 had a cumulative survival rate of

99.93%.

Additionally, MED‑EL has taken the industry lead in reporting product

reliability of our audio processors. The average monthly service rate of the

OPUS 2 is 0.59% (as of September 2009). Audio processor malfunctions are

less devastating than an internal device failure, but can significantly impact

your day‑to‑day life. These are important considerations during the implant

candidacy process.


My hearing performance increased so quickly, even my audiologist was amazed. In just one week, I was able to use the phone and recognise popular melodies on a piano. This wonderful MAESTRO technology has quickly changed my life and the lives of my friends and loved ones. ANN C.

I instantly noticed the difference when listening to music. I can hear and differentiate between the individual instruments. Listening to music is enjoyable again! EVELINE S.

Everything sounds so amazingly natural now. The quality of the sound is so much better than a hearing aid which was quite ‘tinny or hollow’. To me, it is almost perfect sound. JOE C.

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Nothing can truly explain the

everyday miracles

that MAESTRO has

given me. SILVIA A.

MAESTRO


Every Step of the Way

MED‑EL offers a wide variety of rehabilitation materials. SoundScape is an online training programme available at www.medel.com

1 Hochmair et al. (2003), Acta Otolaryngol,123: 612 – 617.2 Haumann et al. (2008), 8th International Conference of the European Society of Paediatric Otorhinolaryngology, Budapest, 8–11 June 20083 Schmidt M et al. (1997), 23rd annual conference of the German Acoustical Society, 93‑944Helms J. (2001) ORL Head Neck Surg 2001; 63: 31‑40.5 Nopp et al. Accepted for publication in: van de Heyning P (ed), Cochlear Implant and Hearing Preservation, Karger. 6 Smith et al. (2002), Nature; 2002; 416: 87‑90.

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Your quality of life is the foundation of our success. If you or someone you care

about is considering an implantable hearing solution, it is important to consider

the entire process. At MED‑EL, we understand that providing the best possible

hearing implant solution is only one essential element in restoring hearing.

Learning to use a cochlear implant requires readiness, motivation and realistic

goals. MED‑EL experts are there to guide you long after the operation offering a

wide variety of materials to support you along your hearing journey.

BRIDGE to better communication, MED‑EL’s comprehensive support

programme, offers more support materials than any other hearing implant

company. Developed with leading educational and hearing specialists from

around the world, this programme consists of a wide variety of information and

materials to meet the needs of adults, teens and children as well as their parents,

audiologists, speech therapists and teachers.


Lukas has been a bilateral CI user

since he was six years old. He is active in team sports. He also plays keyboard

and learns Chinese in school.

Lukas K., Germany


MED‑EL, The Hearing Implant Company, provides a solution for every

hearing loss situation offering the broadest product range in the cochlear

implant industry to treat the various degrees and causes of hearing loss:

MAESTRO™ Cochlear Implant System :: Innovative, modular design to

address individual user’s needs. The MAESTRO CI System consists of a

cochlear implant, flexible electrodes, audio processor and software for an

accurate fitting and natural hearing experience.

Electric Acoustic Stimulation (EAS™) :: Combined stimulation through a

hearing aid and a cochlear implant in the same ear is intended for patients

with residual hearing in the low frequencies and is designed to provide

improved performance over a hearing aid or cochlear implant in isolation.

Vibrant Soundbridge® :: MED‑EL manufactures an implantable middle ear

device to treat more moderate sensorineural hearing loss. This product is

also appropriate for conductive and mixed hearing losses due to outer and

middle ear problems.

Today, our research efforts offer great promise for the future of bilateral

implantation, completely implantable devices and drug delivery methods

for regeneration of nerve cells. MED‑EL is currently sponsoring a great

number of on‑going research studies to improve the lives of persons with

hearing loss.

Innovation and Development

A Visionary CompanyMED‑EL

Since MED‑EL’s founders developed one of the world’s first cochlear implants

in 1975, a strong research tradition has continued to fuel the development

of technologically advanced hearing solutions. MED‑EL offers implantable

solutions to treat different degrees of hearing loss, including cochlear and

middle ear implants, combined Electric Acoustic Stimulation and auditory

brainstem implants.

1975 Cochlear implant development started by MED‑EL founders Ingeborg and Erwin Hochmair.

1977 Implantation of the world’s first hybrid multi‑channel cochlear implant in Vienna.

1989 Introduction of the COMFORT cochlear implant.

1990 MED‑EL hires its first employees.

1991 MED‑EL launches the world’s first BTE (behind-the‑ear) speech processor.

1995 Introduction of the CIS LINK system.

1996 Introduction of the COMBI 40+, the thinnest cochlear implant available.

1997 The COMBI 40+ Split Electrode (GB) is introduced for cases of cochlear ossification.

1994 Introduction of the COMBI 40, the world’s first multi‑channel high‑rate cochlear implant.

2007 Approval of EAS, the ideal solution for partial deafness and the Vibrant Soundbridge® for conductive and mixed hearing losses in Europe. Launch of the DaCapo rechargeable battery system.

1999 Launch of the TEMPO+ behind‑the‑ear (BTE) speech processor.

2003 Acquisition of the Vibrant Soundbridge®, the first implantable middle ear hearing device for mild‑to‑severe sensorineural hearing loss.

2004 MED‑EL launches the PULSARCI100 cochlear implant, providing future‑ready electronics in a ceramic housing.

The Hearing Implant Company

2009 EAS in the 2nd generation. European launch of the DUET 2 Audio Processor. Amadé, the new audioprocessor of the Vibrant Soundbridge is introduced in Europe.

2005 Introduction of the MED‑EL DUET EAS™ Speech Processor in Europe, the first hearing implant system worldwide to integrate cochlear implant audio processing and acoustic amplification in one compact device.

2006 Launch of the OPUS processors. The SONATATI100 cochlear implant, with small titanium housing, and the FLEX electrode for all implant types are introduced.

2008 The new MAESTRO™ 3.0 system software approved in Europe. The OPUS processors are now also available for COMBI 40+ implant users.

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MED-EL Vietnam23 Nguyen Son Ha Ward 5, District 3 Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnamoff [email protected]

MED-EL Thailand326,326/3‑4 Sukhothai RoadSuanchitladda, Dusit, Bangkok 10300 Thailandoff [email protected]

MED-EL MalaysiaN8 & N9, Ground FloorCMC Centre, Jalan CerdasTaman Connaught, Cheras 56000 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysiaoff [email protected]

MED-EL Singapore 41 Science Park RoadThe Gemini, Lobby B #04‑03ASingapore Science Park IISingapore 117610off [email protected]

MED-EL IndonesiaJalan Perkici 17 Blok EB 15 no 32, Sektor 5Bintaro Jaya, TangerangIndonesiaoff [email protected]

MED-EL KoreaRoom 706, Jeil Building,#256‑13, Gongduk‑dong, Mapo‑kuSeoul 121‑803, Republic of Koreaoff [email protected]

MED-EL Japan Co., Ltd7F TIK Bldg., 3‑2‑3 Hongo Bunkyo‑kuTokyo, 113‑0033 [email protected]

MED‑EL Liaison Office Australia-NZCottesloe Central, 1st Floor460 Stirling HighwayCottesloe (Perth), WA 6011Australiaoff [email protected]

The Hearing Implant CompanyMED-EL Elektromedizinische Geräte GmbH Worldwide HeadquartersFürstenweg 77a6020 Innsbruck, [email protected]

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