Stanford’s Groundbreaking Work to Cure Hearing Loss | Dr. Tina Stankovic

Join Dr. Tina Stankovic, Bertarelli Foundation Professor and Chair of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at Stanford, as she explores why hearing research is more vital than ever, the groundbreaking work and significant strides made by Stanford's Initiative to Cure Hearing Loss, and the critical support needed for future breakthroughs. Learn about the cochlea's delicate structure, the limitations of current diagnostic tools, and the promising advances in treatment and prevention that are reshaping the future of hearing health. Discover how Stanford’s unique collaborative environment drives innovation and brings hope to millions affected by hearing loss globally.

Chapters:
0:00 Introduction – The Power of Hearing
0:31 Why Hearing Matters
1:02 The Cochlea: A Delicate Marvel
1:32 Global Impact of Hearing Loss
2:01 Clinical Challenges in Diagnosing and Treating Hearing Loss
2:31 Why Now? Stanford’s Progress and Teamwork
3:26 Why Stanford? Pioneering Solutions with Collaborative Research
3:56 Innovative Diagnostic Tools: The Imaging Probe
4:25 Brain’s Role in Hearing Disorders and Clinical Trials for Tinnitus
4:53 Making Medications Safer: Redesigning Antibiotics
5:22 Call to Action – How You Can Support Hearing Loss Research
5:51 Conclusion – Advancing Hearing Health

🎼 About SICHL:
The Stanford Initiative to Cure Hearing Loss (SICHL) aims to advance research and clinical solutions to prevent and repair damage to hearing and balance systems. With interdisciplinary collaboration, SICHL's more than 100 scientists focus on pioneering methods such as regenerative medicine and drug innovations to combat hearing loss and related disorders. Our initiative’s work is vital in developing new diagnostic tools and therapeutic options, impacting the one and a half billion people globally who suffer with hearing loss.

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