Discover an international collaboration between Dr. Muaaz Tarabichi in Dubai and Dr. Robert Vincent in France, bringing together expertise in endoscopic and microscopic stapes surgery.
Their combined clinical experience supports the evaluation and treatment of otosclerosis, stapes fixation, and related conductive hearing loss, with an emphasis on surgical precision, innovation, and evidence-informed patient care.
The Stapes Excellence Center brings together Dr. Muaaz Tarabichi and Dr. Robert Vincent, two internationally recognized specialists in otology.
Together, they provide expertise in stapes surgery for patients with stapes fixation, conductive hearing loss, and related middle-ear conditions.
Endoscopic ear surgery, including early work presented to the American Otological Society in 1995.
Small-fenestra stapedotomy and microscopic stapes surgery for selected patients with otosclerosis.
Explore established approaches to stapes surgery for otosclerosis, including endoscopic stapes surgery and small-fenestra stapedotomy.
Endoscopic stapedotomy uses an endoscope to provide a detailed view of the middle-ear structures during surgery. Dr. Tarabichi's work in endoscopic ear surgery has contributed to the development and use of these techniques for selected patients with otosclerosis.
Explore Endoscopic Stapedotomy →An established surgical technique used to improve sound transmission in appropriately selected patients with otosclerosis. The procedure involves creating a small opening in the stapes footplate and placing a prosthesis to help transmit sound through the middle ear.
Explore Small-Fenestra Stapedotomy →Explore the evolution of stapes surgery, from early surgical developments to modern endoscopic and microscopic approaches. Discover how advances in visualization, surgical techniques, and clinical research have contributed to the treatment of conductive hearing loss.
Explore Surgical History →From the first mobilization techniques to today's endoscopic and small-fenestra approaches, explore milestones that shaped modern stapes surgery.
Dr. Samuel Rosen's rediscovery of stapes mobilization marked an important development in surgical intervention for otosclerosis.
Dr. John Shea Jr. performed the first successful stapedectomy, introducing techniques that contributed to auditory restoration.
The center's historical account identifies Dr. Muaaz Tarabichi's presentation of early endoscopic results to the American Otological Society.
The center identifies this year as a milestone in Dr. Tarabichi's development and formalization of endoscopic techniques for middle-ear surgery.
Explore research, surgical insights, and educational resources associated with Dr. Muaaz Tarabichi and Dr. Robert Vincent.
A New Era in Otology: The Stapes Excellence Center. Learn about the collaboration between two specialists and their complementary expertise in modern ear surgery.
Article link pending verificationA concise guide for ENT and audiology professionals on how to refer patients to the Stapes Excellence Center and submit relevant clinical records.
Article link pending verificationStep-by-step information about the patient assessment process, preparing relevant medical records, and getting ready for the next stage of care.
Article link pending verificationSubmit your clinical findings through the approved patient review process for assessment by Dr. Tarabichi and Dr. Vincent to determine potential candidacy for stapes surgery.
Request information about the approved patient eligibility and clinical records submission process.
Request Portal Access →Stapedotomy is a middle-ear surgical procedure commonly used to treat conductive hearing loss caused by otosclerosis. It involves creating a small opening in the fixed stapes footplate and placing a tiny prosthesis to help transmit sound to the inner ear.
Otosclerosis is a condition involving abnormal bone remodeling in the ear. When it affects the stapes, it can restrict the bone's movement and cause progressive conductive hearing loss.
Stapedotomy creates a small opening in the stapes footplate, while stapedectomy involves removing part or all of the footplate. The appropriate procedure depends on the patient's condition and the surgeon's assessment.
Endoscopic stapes surgery uses a small camera to visualize the middle ear, while microscopic surgery uses an operating microscope. Both are established approaches, and the choice depends on clinical findings, anatomy, and surgical considerations.
Patients with conductive hearing loss associated with otosclerosis or stapes fixation may be considered for surgery. Eligibility is assessed using medical history, hearing tests, examination, and other investigations when indicated.
Recovery varies between patients. Many people gradually resume routine activities over the following weeks, but hearing improvement, temporary dizziness, activity restrictions, and follow-up needs depend on individual circumstances and the surgeon's guidance.
The Stapes Excellence Center presents an international collaboration involving specialists in Dubai and France. International patients can contact the center to ask about the current eligibility review process and available arrangements.
