Viral D. Tejani

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Viral D. Tejani is a pioneering researcher at the intersection of otology, biomedical engineering, and robotics, whose work is transforming cochlear implant (CI) surgery. His primary research areas include intraoperative electrocochleography (ECochG), robotic-assisted surgical systems, and the preservation of residual hearing during cochlear implantation. Tejani’s major contribution is the development and characterization of an ECochG-guided robotics-assisted CI array insertion system, a groundbreaking innovation that integrates real-time electrophysiological feedback with robotic precision. This system aims to detect and mitigate insertion-related intracochlear trauma, as drops in ECochG signals are correlated with poorer hearing outcomes. His work, published in 2021 and cited 13 times, represents a critical step toward safer, more consistent CI procedures. By merging robotics with physiological monitoring, Tejani is advancing the field of personalized, minimally invasive otologic surgery. His research holds significant promise for improving hearing preservation and long-term auditory outcomes for CI recipients, positioning him as a key figure in the next generation of smart surgical tools for otology.