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Children with ear differences can face a wide range of challenges depending on their condition. Our multispecialty team meets often to review next steps and develop treatment approaches that address all of a child’s needs.

Your child’s plan may include the following:

• Plastic surgery to treat ear differences using advanced surgical techniques
• Ear, nose, and throat or “ENT” (otolaryngology) to diagnose middle ear problems and provide reconstruction and hearing restoration surgeries (including cochlear implants)
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• Genetic testing and counseling to look for a genetic (inherited) cause of an ear difference and help you understand how your family may be affected
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• Optometry to make glasses your child can wear while they’re waiting for ear reconstruction
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• 3D photography to help plan and track your child’s progress during treatment
• Speech and language therapy to evaluate and treat speech problems (English and Spanish)
• Support services such as social work, interpreter services and school resources
• Child Life program offers kid-friendly activities to reduce fears and help your child prepare for surgery

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We have many pediatric specialists and locations — Find an ear reconstruction specialist near you:

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