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- 19-7-2012
20th Anniversary of the First in Poland Cochlear Implantation in a Deaf Person
20 years ago, on July 16th, 1992, Prof. Henryk Skarżyński performed the first in Poland cochlear implantation in a deaf adult. One day later the same implant received the five years old child. – I was facing a great challenge: I knew that my success would be a milestone of the progress in otosurgery, otology, audiology, the entire ENT and rehabilitation but, as with any surgery, something could …
- 19-7-2012
Two world records during one summer
Under such motto, at the World Hearing Center in Kajetany, on July 15, on the occasion of the 20th Anniversary of Poland’s first cochlear implantation of a deaf person was organized the family picnic. This family gathering was attended by about 3000 patients, their families and friends. They could all test themselves in various sports, participate in establishing the Guinness World Record in the …
- 17-7-2012
Prof. Henryk Skarzynski awarded an honorary degree – honoris causa of the University of Warsaw
On June 13, 2012 prof. Henryk Skarzynski was awarded an honorary degree – honoris causa of the University of Warsaw. The title was conferred by the Deans and Associate Deans and Councils of the Management and Biology Faculties. Prof. Skarzynski is the third physician in the history of Warsaw University who received this honorary title. The ceremony took place at the …
- 29-6-2012
The representatives of the government and healthcare system of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia visited the World Hearing Center
On 27 June, 2012, the delegation of government and healthcare system of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia visited the World Hearing Center in Kajetany. The visit took place due to the Saudi Arabia’s government plan to create the King Abdullah Hearing Center in Riyadh. In order to established a cooperation, the delegation composed of Saudi surgeons, phoniatricians and audiologists has visited the World …
- 25-6-2012
First in Poland CODACS implantation surgery
At the Institute of Physiology and Pathology of Hearing there are conducted numerous various World’s, Europe’s and Poland’s first hearing improving surgeries. On 26 June 2012 Prof. Henryk Skarzynski carried out first in Poland, and forth in the World, CODACS implantation surgery. CODACS is a combination of two prior systems – middle ear implant, which naturally provides amplification of the sound …
- 19-6-2012
NHS&AHS 2012 – International conference on hearing screening
The conference on early detection and diagnosis of hearing disorders in newborns, pre-school and school-age children, in adults and elderly people, took place on 5-9 June 2012, in Cernobbio, Lake Como, Italy. The NHS&AHS2012 conference gathered over 550 representatives of 60 countries – specialists in audiology, otolaryngology, communication disorders, neurology, psychology, genetics, biology, epidemiology, health care and engineering. The representatives of …
- 13-6-2012
Prof. Henryk Skarzynski the Outstanding Pole
“Outstanding Pole” Statuettes have been awarded during the „Teraz Polska” Anniversary Gala on June 11, 2011 at the Grand Theatre in Warsaw, Poland. The Competition Jury grants this prestigious title for the individuals whose activity is recognized in Poland and abroad. This year 2 Poles have been presented this eminent title. Prof. Henryk Skarzynski has been awarded the title in the …
- 13-6-2012
The award for Senses Examination Platform
The Gala of Leaders, closing the 6th edition of the Leaders of National Healthcare System Contest, took place on May 17, 2012, in Marriott Hotel. The Institute of Physiology and Pathology of Hearing and the Institute of Sensory Organs won the title of Golden Leader, in the category of Innovative Ideas in Healthcare, for the screening device – Senses …
- 13-6-2012
Marshal of Seym and Prime Minister at the opening of the World Hearing Center
May 10, 2012 we have opened the World Hearing Center (WHC) – a unit of the Institute of Physiology and Pathology of Hearing, which will provide complex treatment to patients with congenital and acquired hearing, voice, speech and balance disorders. This is first in the world and unique facility of this kind. In solemn ribbon cutting participated: Marshal …
- 30-5-2012
The Institute of Physiology and Pathology of Hearing received the Economy Award of the President of Poland
On May 29, 2012, Mr. Bronislaw Komorowski awarded 4 winners of the Economy Award of the President of the Republic of Poland. The Institute of Physiology and Pathology of Hearing, which was nominated by the Polish Business Club Association, won a prize in “Innovation” category. The award was granted for recognition of Prof. Skarzynski’s outstanding achievements: development of the unique …
- 22-5-2012
LION 2012 – Live International Otolaryngology Network 24 May, 2012
On 24 May, 2012, took place the 7th Global Otology – Neurotology Live Surgical Broadcast. The World Hearing Center in Kajetany took, as it does every year, an active part in this event, not only giving to all interested the opportunity to participate in the the teleconference, but also presenting to the LION participants allover the world surgeries performed by Prof. Henryk Skarżyński. The LION …
- 19-5-2012
Another milestone
On May 10, 2013, the ceremonial Opening of the World Hearing Center took place, with the participation of the Marshal of the Sejm Ms. Ewa Kopacz, Prime Minister Mr. Donald Tusk, Minister of Health Mr. Bartosz Arlukowicz, Minister of Regional Development Ms. Elzbieta Bienkowska, Archbishop of Warsaw Cardinal Kazimierz Nycz, His Excellency the Ambassador of Algeria …
- 9-5-2012
Prof. Henryk Skarzynski was officially named a corresponding member of that oldest otological society in the United States.
On Saturday, April 21, 2012, in a ceremony during the annual Spring Meeting of the American Otological Society in San Diego, USA, Prof. Henryk Skarzynski was officially named a corresponding member of that oldest otological society in the United States. Professor Skarzynski is the first Pole in this elite group, and one of the few members from outside the USA. The American Otological Society (AOS) has a rich and well documented history which goes back more …
- 9-5-2012
Prof. Henryk Skarżyński honored with the Statue of Hippocrates
Prof. Henryk Skarżyński honored with the Statue of Hippocrates – the highest award of the Polish Society of Family Medicine. On March 24, 2012, the Chapter of the Polish Society of Family Medicine and the Association of Friends of Family Medicine and Family Physicians awarded Prof. Henryk Skarzynski the Hippocrates Statue – the highest award of the Polish Society of Family Medicine for contributions to the development of the family medicine.
- 9-5-2012
Professor H. Skarzynski was awarded the Commander’s Cross of the Order of Rebirth of Poland
The President of the Republic of Poland Mr. Bronislaw Komorowski on the occasion of the May 3 Constitution Celebrations, presented the state awards at the Royal Castle in Warsaw. Among the recipients of these honors were the eminent Poles who, through their work, talents and passions raise the position of Poland in the world. In this honorable group was Prof. Henryk Skarzynski. Professor H. Skarzynski was awarded the Commander’s Cross of the Order of Rebirth of Poland for …
- 8-5-2012
Nationwide Network of Teleaudiology
The overall objective of the Nationwide Network of Teleaudiology was the improvement of life quality of individuals with hearing and speech disorders in Poland through applying telemedical solutions. The telemedicine, combining medicine and technique helps with providing medical services at a distance and eliminates geographic and financial barriers connected with a movement of patients to specialist medical centers. It also …
- 3-12-2011
Universal Hearing Screening Programs
One of the priority task of the Institute of Physiology and Pathology of Hearing is universal screenings program in different age children. A very important role in paving the way for hearing screening programs – developing methods, procedures and tools for hearing screening and popularization of the idea of screening in children in various age groups – played the actions …
- 2-12-2011
EU Council Conclusions on early detection and treatment of communication disorders in children, including the use of e-Health tools and innovative solutions
On 2 December 2011, at the meeting of the Employment, Social Policy, Health and Consumer Affairs Council (EPSCO) in Brussels, the EU Council Conclusions on early detection and treatment of communication disorders in children, including the use of e-Health tools and innovative solutions was adopted. It was the key event which ended the activities realized during the Polish Presidency of the …