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- Sangit Chhantyal.
- Maharajgunj Medical Campus, Maharajgunj, Kathmandu, Nepal.
- JNMA J Nepal Med Assoc. 2023 Oct 1; 61 (266): 837839837-839.
UnlabelledHearing impairment is a significant challenge faced by medical students and physicians, impacting their communication abilities and stethoscope use. This condition, though prevalent, remains under-addressed in medical education, with many institutions lacking explicit support systems and some even imposing exclusionary standards. This personal narrative chronicles the journey of a medical student who experienced a gradual and severe bilateral sensorineural hearing loss. This article also highlights the pivotal role of cochlear implants in significantly enhancing the author's academic and social life. Medical educators are encouraged to understand the challenges faced by hearing-impaired students and adapt their teaching methods to support them effectively.Keywordscommunication; hearing loss; medical students; patients; speech.
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