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It’s Another Happy “Ear”versary!!!

June 23, 2018 by lisagish Leave a Comment

June 23, 2016 – the date the cochlear implant in my right ear was activated.  Happy “ear”versary to me!!

Advanced Bionics often asks questions on social media seeking responses.  One post recently asked, “what does having Advanced Bionics cochlear implants mean to you”?… Read the rest

What I Wish My 40 Year Old Self Had Known – Happy 2nd “Ear”versary!

March 10, 2018 by lisagish 3 Comments

There’s so much running through my mind as I sit down to put this post together.  Some regret for not posting more, but realizing that’s in large part because of being selfish.  Selfish because writing isn’t solely for me any longer, it’s for a much larger crowd who will hopefully read some of my posts in years to come as they are seeking advice and knowledge like I did.  … Read the rest

A Much Overdue Update

October 11, 2016 by lisagish Leave a Comment

I’ve been neglectful in not posting more often.  I guess on one hand, things are really going well with my hearing so I haven’t focused on writing much.  On the other hand, I know that I’m missing great opportunities to help spread the word about hearing health, research, education and advocacy.  … Read the rest

My Hearing Loss Journey – Part 5

January 20, 2016 by lisagish Leave a Comment

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My personal history of progressive hearing loss started in the early 2000's and eventually involved both ears. I have bilateral cochlear implants and I'm here to share my journey and to help others along theirs. Write to me at lisa@deafdefiance.com with questions or to share your story.

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