<title>UC HEARS | UCSF EARS
About UCSF EARS · Connected initiative

UC HEARS

UC HEARS is a UC-wide hearing health initiative in development. The goal is to support aligned care, research, education, and community engagement—connected to the public UCSF EARS tools platform.

AI Draft Initiative status: in development Updated December 2025

What this page is (and isn’t)

This page shares the purpose and direction of UC HEARS. Details may evolve as the initiative develops. For current public tools and guidance, visit UCSF EARS.

What UC HEARS aims to do

Hearing health is often fragmented: screening, diagnosis, devices, counseling, and long-term support can feel disconnected. UC HEARS aims to support a more coordinated, patient-centered approach across the University of California system.

Aligned care

Support consistent, evidence-informed pathways so patients can find appropriate next steps faster.

Research

Advance hearing health research, implementation, and real-world impact across diverse settings.

Education

Improve clinician and public education with plain-language tools and updated, practical guidance.

Community engagement

Build resources that reflect patient priorities, access barriers, and community needs.

How UC HEARS connects to UCSF EARS

UCSF EARS is a public-facing platform of tools and guides. UC HEARS is envisioned as a broader collaborative effort. EARS can serve as one way to share patient-friendly resources openly while the initiative develops.

Contact

Questions about EARS content: [email protected]