Join the South African Cochlear Implant Group (SACIG) 

for an inspiring conference exploring the powerful connection between sound and health.


Soundscapes for Health delves into how auditory environments influence cognitive function, emotional well-being, and overall quality of life.


This groundbreaking event will bring together surgeons, audiologists, speech therapists, researchers, industry leaders, recipients, and parents to discuss the latest advancements in cochlear implant technology, its therapeutic sound applications, and the role of Soundscapes in holistic healthcare.


Through expert-led presentations, interactive discussions, and real-world case studies, attendees will gain valuable insights into the science of hearing, cochlear implants, and strategies for optimising sound environments for improved patient outcomes.


Don't miss this Opportunity to be at the Forefront of Cochlear Implant and Auditory Health Innovation!

Speakers

  • Prof Ingo Todt (ENT Specialist ENT, Plastic Surgery at Klinikum Bielefeld Gem GmbH)

    Prof Ingo Todt

    ENT Specialist ENT, Plastic Surgery at Klinikum Bielefeld Gem GmbH

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  • Prof Karen Gordon (Senior Scientist & Audiologist at SickKids)

    Prof Karen Gordon

    Senior Scientist & Audiologist at SickKids

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  • Dr Uma Soman (Co-Founder & Director of Listening Together)

    Dr Uma Soman

    Co-Founder & Director of Listening Together

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  • Prof Thomas Lenarz (Otolaryngologist at Hannover Medical School Hospital)

    Prof Thomas Lenarz

    Otolaryngologist at Hannover Medical School Hospital

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  • Dr David Roytowski (Neurosurgeon at Cape Town Pituitary Collaborative)

    Dr David Roytowski

    Neurosurgeon at Cape Town Pituitary Collaborative

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  • Dr Louis Hofmeyr (Ear, Nose &  Throat Specialist & Presdient at South African Cochlear Implant Group)

    Dr Louis Hofmeyr

    Ear, Nose & Throat Specialist & Presdient at South African Cochlear Implant Group

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  • Dr Ashen Nanan (Ear Nose & Throat Surgeon at Wits Donald Gordon Medical Centre)

    Dr Ashen Nanan

    Ear Nose & Throat Surgeon at Wits Donald Gordon Medical Centre

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SACIG Membership & Fees

All SACIG members are required to pay their membership fees in full prior to registering for the conference. Registrations will not be processed for members with unpaid fees. To prevent any delays, we suggest confirming and finalising your membership renewal ahead of time.


If you haven't yet paid your membership fees, please click the button below to make a payment.

Once completed, you can return to continue with your registration.

Programme

Friday, May 9, 2025


12

00

-

14

30

SESSION 2

12:45 - 13:00 Welcome & Opening by Dr Louis Hofmeyr (SACIG Chairman)

13:00 - 14:30 Medical Scheme Round Table Discussion
Discovery I GEMS I Medscheme
Chair: Jenny Perold
Panel: Dr Iain Butler I Dr Elnemarie Burden

15

00

-

16

00

SESSION 3

15:00 - 16:00 ETHICS

Saturday, May 10, 2025


08

00

-

10

15

SESSION 4

Prof Ingo TodtProf Karen GordonDr Uma SomanProf Thomas Lenarz

08:00 - 08:30
Cochlear Implant & Vertigo
Prof Ingo Todt

08:30 - 09:00
Benefits & Challenges of Cochlear Implantation in Children with Single Sided Deafness
Prof Karen Gordon

09:00 - 09:30
Dr Uma Soman

09:30 - 10:15
Prof Thomas Lenarz
(sponsored by Med-El)

10

45

-

13

00

SESSION 5

Prof Ingo TodtProf Karen GordonProf Thomas Lenarz

10:45 - 11:15
Cochlear Implantation & MRI
Prof Ingo Todt

11:15 - 11:45
Prof Karen Gordon / Prof Thomas Lenarz

11:15 - 12:15
(sponsored by HASS Group)

12:15 - 13:00
Prof Karen Gordon
sponsored by Southern ENT

13

00

-

14

00

14

00

-

16

00

SESSION 6

Prof Karen GordonProf Thomas LenarzDr David Roytowski

14:00 - 14:30
Prof Johan & Prof Tania Hanekom

14:30 - 14:45
ABI - Tygerberg Hospital Cochlear Implant Unit
Dr David Roytowski

14:45 - 15:00
Bimodal Stimulation with CI & Contralateral ABI in Hypoplastic/Absent Cochlear Nerves
Dr Ashen Nanan

15:00 - 15:30
Otodrive & Robotic Assisted Cochlear Implantation
Prof Thomas Lenarz

15:30 - 16:00
The Role of Etiology in Cochlear Implant Candidacy Assessment
Prof Karen Gordon

16

30

-

17

30

SESSION 7

Prof Ingo TodtDr Uma Soman

16:30 - 17:00
Dr Uma Soman

17:00 - 17:30
Cochlear Implantation & Hearing Preservation
Prof Ingo Todt

Sunday, May 11, 2025


07

30

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07

45

07

45

-

08

45

09

00

-

11

45

SESSION 8

09:00 - 09:30
South Africa Cochlear Implant Research
Prof Talitha le Roux

09:30 - 10:00
Case Study #1: Johannesburg Cochlear Implant Programme

10:00 - 10:30
Case Study #2: Baragwanath Cochlear Implant Unit

11

45

-

12

15

12

15

-

12

45

SESSION 9

11:00 - 11:30
Case Study #3: Tygerberg Hospital I Stellenbosch University Cochlear Implant Programme

11:30 - 12:00
Case Study #4: Groote Schuur Cochlear Implant Unit

12:00 - 12:30
Keynote: Dr Uma Soman

12

45

-

13

00

Friday, May 9, 2025


10

00

-

12

00

SESSION 1 - SURGERY

Prof Ingo TodtProf Thomas Lenarz

MED-EL Round Table Discussion
Session Chair: Dr Louis Hofmeyr

“SURGICAL PEARLS IN THE COCHLEAR IMPLANT SETTING”
Prof Ingo Todt I Prof Thoms Lenarz I Dr Louis Hofmeyr

Proposed Discussion Points:
• Antibiotics. Pre, Intra & Post-Operatively - Rationale, Type, Dosage, Duration, Format, Alternatives
• Corticosteroids. Pre, Intra & Post-Operatively - Rationale, Type, Dosage, Duration, Format, Alternatives
• Antiseptics & Cleaning of Surgical Wound
• Incision. Placement, Instrumentation, Flaps
• Skin Flap Thinning & Retention Issues
• Processor Placement & Where When MRI Anticipated
• Round Window or Cochleostomy
• Insertion Techniques
• Difficult Insertions, Obstructions, Insertion Probes, Positioning, Depth of Insertion, Sealing of Opening
• Otoarm, Oto Drive & Other Robotics
• Insertion Speed & Rationale
• Fixation & Stabilising of Implant - Sutures, Hydroxyapatite, Glass Ionomer, Muscle, Fixation Clip, etc., in Standard & CI with Subtotal Petrosectomy
• EAS Candidates: Electrode Choice (Long vs Short)
• Pre-Operative Imaging Protocol. MRI, HRCT/Cone Beam or Both & When
• Peri-Operative Fluoroscopy, HRCT/Cone Beam
• Closing of the Wound - Sutures, Glue
• Hospitalisation Length
• Dressings
• Post-Operative Vertigo Management
• Post-Operative Care & Follow-Up
• Sick Leave & Post-Op Instructions
• Switch on Time
• Post-Implant Imaging & Magnet Removal
• Reposition, Open Implants, Infected Implants, Cleaning & Retention of Implants, Explantation, Reimplantation, Anti-Biotics
• Other Issues

Friday, May 9, 2025


Friday, May 9, 2025


10

00

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12

00

SESSION 1 - SPEECH THERAPY

Session Chair: Carianne Vermeulen

Thursday, May 8, 2025


10

00

-

10

30

10

30

-

13

00

13

00

-

13

30

13

30

-

15

00

15

15

-

17

00

17

00

-

17

10

Organisers & Partners

Organisers

Platinum Sponsors

Sponsors

Exhibitors

EXHIBITOR

  • GoodX (Pty) Ltd t/a GoodX Software

  • MED-EL Implant Systems SA

  • Oticon South Africa

  • Southern ENT

Tickets

  • SACIG MEMBER - SPECIALIST

    R 3,500

    Early Bird Price

    R 2,000

    Standard Price

    R 4,000

    Standard Price

    R 3,500.00 - early bird fee (closes 31 March)
    R 4,000.00 - normal fee

    R 2,000.00 - per day registration

    *Note that the above fees are inclusive of VAT
    *Fees include Welcome Function & Gala Dinner

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  • SACIG MEMBER: AUDIOLOGY, SPEECH AND ALLIED HEALTH

    R 2,000

    Early Bird Price

    R 1,250

    Standard Price

    R 2,500

    Standard Price

    R 2,000.00 - early bird fee (closes 31 March)
    R 2,500.00 - normal fee

    R 1,250.00 - per day registration

    *Note that the above fees are inclusive of VAT
    *Fees include Welcome Function & Gala Dinner

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  • SACIG ASSOCIATE MEMBER

    R 2,000

    Early Bird Price

    R 1,250

    Standard Price

    R 2,500

    Standard Price

    R 2,000.00 - early bird fee (closes 31 March)
    R 2,500.00 - normal fee

    R 1,250.00 - per day registration

    *Note that the above fees are inclusive of VAT
    *Fees include Welcome Function & Gala Dinner

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  • NON SACIG MEMBER: SPECIALIST & GP

    R 5,500

    Early Bird Price

    R 3,000

    Standard Price

    R 6,000

    Standard Price

    R 5,500.00 - early bird fee (closes 31 March)
    R 6,000.00 - normal fee

    R 3,000.00 - per day registration

    *Note that the above fees are inclusive of VAT
    *Fees include Welcome Function & Gala Dinner

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  • NON SACIG MEMBER: ALLIED GROUPS

    R 4,000

    Early Bird Price

    R 2,250

    Standard Price

    R 4,500

    Standard Price

    R 4,000.00 - early bird fee (closes 31 March)
    R 4,500.00 - normal fee

    R 2,250.00 - per day registration

    *Note that the above fees are inclusive of VAT
    *Fees include Welcome Function & Gala Dinner

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  • MED-EL Surgical Round Table Discussion

    Complimentary

    Standard Price

    R 750.-

    Standard Price

    R 1,000

    Standard Price

    “SURGICAL PEARLS IN THE COCHLEAR IMPLANT SETTING”

    Delegates registered for the full conference have access to this session at no additional cost.
    For those attending only this session, the fees are as follows:
    SACIG Members: R 750 I Non-SACIG Members: R 1,000

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  • MED-EL Advanced Training: Audiology

    Complimentary

    Standard Price

    Note: Only 30 seats available.
    Once capacity is reached, please email joey@takenoteevents.co.za to be placed on the waitlist. Seats are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

    Reserve Ticket
  • Welcome Function

    R 350.-

    Standard Price

    Free to Delegates & Exhibitors (2 per sponsor/exhibitor)
    Guests, Spouses & Partners to pay R 350.00 to attend

    *Note that the above fees are inclusive of VAT
    *Fees include Welcome Function & Gala Dinner

    Buy Ticket
  • GALA Dinner

    R 950.-

    Standard Price

    Free to Delegates & Exhibitors (2 per sponsor/exhibitor)
    Guests, Spouses & Partners to pay R 950.00 to attend

    *Note that the above fees are inclusive of VAT

    Buy Ticket
  • Exhibitor I Sponsor

    Complimentary

    Standard Price

    R 2,000

    Standard Price

    2 Representatives free per exhibitor/sponsor
    R 2,000.00 per person

    Buy Ticket

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