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Published Sep 14, 2026
Whether you're considering a hearing implant, preparing for surgery, or are already using your device, the questions you have will change over time. MED-EL offers three distinct ways to find what you need: Build private, locally relevant connections in the Hearpeers Community; learn from public discussions about hearing implants and MED-EL products in the Hearpeers Forum; and easily access MED-EL resources to improve your hearing experience at your own pace.
Choose the option that best matches what you need right now:
*In both the Community and the Forum, you can find discussions about a variety of topics including preparing for CI surgery; activation and rehabilitation; everyday hearing tips; gadgets and tools for CI users; CI technology and accessories; music, travel, and work; and life with a hearing implant.
The Hearpeers Community is MED-EL’s private social network for candidates, recipients, caregivers, Hearpeers Mentors, and MED-EL staff. Members can join groups and discussions, chat privately, share experiences, and connect with hearing implant users nearby and around the world.
Looking for one-on-one support from someone who has firsthand experience of life with a hearing implant? Hearpeers Mentors are trained volunteers who are happy to answer your nonmedical questions and share their own experiences.
Connect With a Mentor
Join the Hearpeers Community to connect with people who understand your hearing journey and receive support from hearing implant users, Hearpeers Mentors, and MED-EL.
Simply select Log in via myMED-EL, enter the email address associated with your myMED-EL account, and you’re all set to access the most relevant Community experience based on your hearing journey.
Don’t have a myMED-EL account yet? Find more information below.
myMED-EL is your personal gateway to MED-EL services, resources, and digital tools, all accessible through one account. Create a free account to access content and services relevant to your role and hearing solution.
With your myMED-EL account, you can:
myMED EL provides you with access to digital tools and resources to support you along the entire hearing journey. Whether you are a recipient, candidate, family member, or hearing care professional, you will find everything you need—for free.
Sign Up NowLooking for a place to learn from years of experience with hearing implants and MED-EL products? The Hearpeers Forum is a public platform moderated by the MED-EL team where candidates, recipients, parents, caregivers, and other experienced users can publicly ask questions about hearing implant technology, compare experiences, share practical tips, or simply read through the Q&As on the platform.
The Hearpeers Forum is organized into dedicated sections, which makes it easy to find conversations that match your stage along the hearing journey and your specific hearing solution. Unlike the private Hearpeers Community, the Forum is a public knowledge base that lets you benefit from discussions that have built up over many years.
If you’re looking for practical advice, shared experiences, or answers to specific product-related questions, the Hearpeers Forum can help you learn from a global network of hearing implant users.
Hearing is a journey, and practice makes a difference. MED-EL provides a wide variety of free educational and rehabilitation resources that you can use at home and at your own pace.
These resources include:
Whether you’re newly activated or have been hearing with your implant for years, these resources can help you continue developing your listening skills and make the most of your hearing experience.
Your hearing journey doesn’t end after receiving a hearing implant, it continues every day. Whether you’re looking for answers in the Hearpeers Forum, discover meaningful connections in the Hearpeers Community, or make use of the various MED-EL resources available to you, you’ll always have tools to help you learn, grow, and stay connected.
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© MED-EL Medical Electronics. All rights reserved. The content on this website is for general informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Contact your doctor or hearing specialist to learn what type of hearing solution suits your specific needs. Not all products, features, or indications are approved in all countries.