Cochlear implants are no longer a 'metro city only' option. We perform the full pathway, evaluation, surgery, mapping and rehabilitation, at Hemani Hospital, Rajkot. For families across Saurashtra, that means real hearing restoration without the cost and logistics of travel.
A cochlear implant is a small electronic device, placed surgically just under the skin behind the ear, that gives useful hearing back to people with severe-to-profound hearing loss. Unlike a hearing aid (which makes sound louder), a cochlear implant directly stimulates the hearing nerve, meaning it works for people whose hair cells in the inner ear have stopped responding altogether.
We evaluate every potential candidate carefully, children with congenital deafness, adults whose hearing has worsened despite hearing aids, and patients after meningitis or sudden hearing loss. Many parents and patients across Gujarat qualify for state and central government funding (ADIP scheme), and our team helps navigate that paperwork.
A clear, no-jargon walk-through of the symptoms that lead to surgery, and the exact steps inside the operating theatre.
Implants are considered when hearing aids no longer give meaningful hearing:
We handle the entire journey, not just the surgery:
A realistic timeline of how Rajkot patients typically recover, what's normal, what's not, when to call.
Mild swelling behind the ear, dressing in place. Hospital stay 1-2 nights.
Stitches removed. No sound from the implant yet, this is normal.
Implant 'switch-on', first mapping session with audiologist.
Sound recognition, speech understanding develop progressively with therapy.
Cochlear implant surgery in India typically costs ₹5,00,000 to ₹12,00,000, most of which is the implant device itself.
Total cost typically ₹5,00,000 to ₹12,00,000 depending on the implant brand. Government funding is available for eligible children, we help families apply.
As early as possible, ideally before age 2-3. Earlier implantation gives the best speech and language development outcomes.
With early implantation and consistent speech therapy, many children develop near-normal speech. Outcomes depend on age at implantation, daily device use and therapy.
Cochlear implant surgery has an excellent safety profile when done by a trained surgeon. Specific risks are discussed at the consultation.
Usually 1-2 nights. The full rehabilitation journey, however, is months of audiology and speech therapy.
Same-day or next-day OPD slots are usually available. Call directly or fill the form on the contact page.