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Expert Lecture

Otology/Neurotology

Have You Heard? Part II: The Annual Update on Osseointegrated Implants

Monday, October 19, 2026
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM PT
Location: West Exhibit Hall A, Learning Zone 2

    Lead Presenter(s)

  • erika A. woodson, MD

    Surgeon
    kaiser permanente southern california
    san diego, CA, United States

    • Co-Presenter(s)

  • Sarah A. Sydlowski, AuD, PhD, MBA

    Enterprise Associate Medical Director, Improvement/Lean; Audiology Director, Hearing Implant Program
    Cleveland Clinic
    Avon, Ohio, United States

Technology moves fast, and that especially goes for implantable hearing devices. New devices and indications emerge every year! This Expert Lecture will update the comprehensive otolaryngologist and otologist on the current state of osseointegrated implants including modern indications/candidacy identification, as well as a comprehensive dive into transcutaneous versus percutaneous options. MRI safety, medical/surgical factors, and hearing outcomes will all be explored, especially for newly released devices. Any updates to navigating a complex insurance landscape will also be integrated into the talk.
Your panelists are the current Audiology Director of the Hearing Implant Program at Cleveland Clinic and experienced implant surgeon at Kaiser Permanente Southern California.

Learning Objectives:

  • 1. Recognize patients that would benefit from modern osseointegrated implantable hearing options.
  • 2. Understand the pros/cons of transcutaneous devices versus percutaneous options and how to individualize device recommendations for your patients.
  • 3. Unpack the marketing from the real-world experience on patient experience after activation.