The House Institute Foundation

The House Institute Foundation (pronunciation: /haʊs ɪnˈstɪtjuːt faʊnˈdeɪʃən/) is a non-profit medical research organization based in Los Angeles, California. The foundation is renowned for its contributions to the fields of neuroscience and otolaryngology, particularly in the research and treatment of hearing loss and related disorders.

Etymology

The House Institute Foundation is named after its founder, Dr. Howard P. House, a pioneering otolaryngologist who made significant contributions to the field of audiology and ear surgery. The term "Institute" signifies a place of learning and research, while "Foundation" indicates its non-profit status and mission to fund and support medical research.

History

The House Institute Foundation was established in 1946 by Dr. Howard P. House. The foundation has since been at the forefront of groundbreaking research in the field of otolaryngology, including the development of the first cochlear implant, a device that can restore hearing to individuals with severe to profound hearing loss.

Related Terms

Otolaryngology: The branch of medicine that deals with diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the ear, nose, and throat.
Neuroscience: The scientific study of the nervous system.
Hearing Loss: Partial or total inability to hear.
Cochlear Implant: A surgically implanted electronic device that provides a sense of sound to a person who is profoundly deaf or severely hard of hearing.
Audiology: The branch of science and medicine concerned with the sense of hearing.

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