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The practice specializes in cochlear implant care, including evaluation, surgery, and follow-up. Diagnostic tools include nasal endoscopy, laryngoscopy, and brainstem evoked response audiometry. The clinic also treats sleep apnea and snoring through surgery. Care follows a communication-first model to explain treatment paths clearly. International patients get help scheduling evaluations at the Santo Domingo office.
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