OUR EXPERTISE

Pioneering Service

Since 1977, when Dr. Ingeborg Hochmair and her husband Erwin developed the modern cochlear implant, MED-EL has grown into a global leader with over 2,700 experts and a management team with 450 years of combined experience. Innovation and research drive MED-EL to provide solutions for every type of hearing loss.

Based in Innsbruck, Austria, MED-EL serves 135 countries through more than 30 regional offices. With over 1.5 billion people affected by hearing loss worldwide, the company’s mission is to enhance lives by offering a complete range of hearing implants and superior care. Collaborations with top clinics and universities ensure MED-EL’s products and services make a meaningful difference.