Nov 4, 2021
Jan Janssen is the Chief Technology Officer at Cochlear, a leader in implantable hearing solutions. Working with Cochlear for over 20 years, Jan is an expert in the business and technology side of audiology.
Jan got his start at Philips in Belgium, initially as a Project Manager and later as an R&D Manager. He earned his master’s degree in electronic engineering from Katholieke Universiteit Leuven.
In this episode…
Designing the perfect cochlear implant is difficult. The technology is relatively new compared to many medical devices and advancements are coming quicker than ever. There’s also the vast amount of precision required in making a durable, comfortable, and effective piece of equipment. Considering the lifespan of a cochlear implant, it’s crucial to get all three correct.
At Cochlear, they have made their mark by creating top-of-the-line implants for a range of needs. Leading the charge are their technology specialists, who have studied and researched to create the best implants on the market. Jan Janssen has been playing an integral role in this innovation for over 20 years, and now he’s here to explain where he sees the technology heading.
On this episode of the ListenUp! Podcast, Dr. Mark Syms hosts Jan Janssen, the Chief Technology Officer at Cochlear, to discuss the future of cochlear implants. They go into detail on recent improvements to the technology, how clinical trials need to keep up, and the psychosocial components of hearing. They also discuss the design aspects of their cochlear implants. Check out the episode to hear it all for yourself!