About UCSF EARS
Evidence-based hearing health resources that empower you at every stage of your journey.
Our Mission
UCSF EARS provides evidence-based, accessible hearing health resources that empower individuals at every stage of their hearing journey. We believe everyone deserves clear, practical information to make informed decisions about their hearing health—from understanding a diagnosis to navigating daily life with hearing loss.
What We Offer
We've organized everything you need into four comprehensive resource hubs, each designed to meet you where you are in your hearing health journey.
Our Values
Evidence-Based
All content is grounded in research and clinical expertise from UCSF audiologists, physicians, and hearing scientists.
Accessible
Clear language, multiple formats, and multilingual support ensure everyone can access the information they need.
Empowering
Action-oriented guidance helps you make informed decisions and take meaningful steps forward.
Compassionate
We acknowledge the emotional aspects of hearing loss while providing practical, supportive resources.
Our Approach
Meet You Where You Are
Whether you're newly diagnosed, considering treatment, or looking for daily strategies, we provide relevant resources for your current needs.
Build Understanding
We explain complex topics in clear language, helping you develop the knowledge foundation you need to make informed decisions.
Support Action
Every article and tool includes practical next steps, so you know exactly what you can do with the information you've learned.
Who We Are
UCSF EARS is developed and maintained by audiologists, physicians, and hearing scientists at the University of California, San Francisco—one of the world's leading academic medical centers. Our team brings together clinical expertise, research knowledge, and a deep commitment to patient education.
We're part of UCSF's broader commitment to accessible healthcare education, translating the latest evidence from our research and clinical practice into resources you can actually use. Every article and tool is created by experts and reviewed to ensure accuracy, clarity, and relevance.
UCSF EARS is also connected to the broader UC HEARS network—a systemwide collaborative bringing together hearing healthcare professionals and researchers from across all ten University of California campuses.
What Makes Us Different
Academic Excellence Meets Patient Focus
We combine UCSF's world-class research and clinical expertise with a genuine focus on what matters to you—practical answers, clear guidance, and real support.
Truly Accessible
Available in 10+ languages with clear, jargon-free writing. We design every page to be easy to navigate, whether you're tech-savvy or not.
The Full Journey
From the first signs of hearing loss through decades of living well, we provide resources for every stage—not just diagnosis or devices.
Always Free
All our resources are free to access. No registration required, no paywalls, no hidden costs. Just high-quality information when you need it.
Ready to Get Started?
Explore our resource hubs or jump into our interactive tools to find personalized guidance for your hearing health journey.
Questions or Feedback?
We're always working to improve these resources. If you have questions, suggestions, or feedback about UCSF EARS, we'd love to hear from you.