- May 11, 2026
Mayo Clinic Acclaim Cochlear Implant: Letter From My Surgeon
Mayo Clinic Acclaim cochlear implant trial: the surgeon who performed my procedure retires May 2026. Dr. Colin Driscoll sent a personal note. Shared with permission.
- July 7, 2025
Summer Update (Photos): Hockey, Kayaking And Chest Scar
I don't have any Acclaim clinical trial news right now, but I wanted to share a quick personal update and some recent kayaking and hockey photos, including my chest scar.
- April 12, 2025
Acclaim Progress Updates Since March 31-Apr 1 Mayo Visit
Until then, I'll keep going out there, helping them test, improve and advance the Acclaim so that some day very soon, it can help millions of people. Maybe
- April 6, 2025
How Do You Charge The Acclaim®?
The Acclaim® has a battery that is implanted in your chest, below the collarbone. Refer to this Envoy Medical page for details and illustration.
- April 6, 2025
The Site Is Live: My Story, My Mission, & What Comes Next With The Acclaim®
Echoes of a Miracle is live. I’m sharing my story, connecting with others, and fighting for change. Grateful you’re here.
- April 5, 2025
Acclaim Clinical Trial Update: Powerful Progress And A Life-Affirming Moment
Just returned from Mayo Clinic for the latest Acclaim trial visit—major updates, powerful results, and one unforgettable encounter that reminded me why I do this.
- February 26, 2025
My Interview With Envoy Medical CEO Brent Lucas
I recently sat down with Brent Lucas, CEO of Envoy Medical, to talk about what it’s really like to live with the Envoy Medical Acclaim®, the world’s first
- February 21, 2025
Acclaim: Testing Fix For Interference Bug
During my last trip to Mayo, Envoy engineers installed new listening programs to address the interference noise glitch that had previously prevented the
- February 21, 2025
The Hearing Coverage Fix We Desperately Need
I’m advocating for key legislation in Congress that could finally make advanced hearing devices accessible and affordable. This fight is personal—and long overdue.
