As Director of the Skull Base Center and Medical Director of the Cochlear Implant Program at MUSC, Dr. Theodore McRackan is a leading neurotologist. He specializes in complex ear, hearing, and skull base disorders, with research focused on improving patient outcomes and quality of life after cochlear implantation.
Dr. McRackan extends his medical expertise through humanitarian work, having participated in a mission trip with Mayflower Medical Outreach to provide care in Managua, Nicaragua. His dedication to the field is also shown through his service on multiple committees for the American Academy of Otolaryngology.
He is the author of a comprehensive neurotology textbook and has contributed to over 60 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters.
Theodore McRackan
Director, Skull Base Center at Medical University of South Carolina
Charleston, South Carolina, United States
Overview
Topics They Care About
Cochlear Implant Outcomes
His research focuses on using patient-reported measures (PROMs) to evaluate quality of life for cochlear implant users, moving beyond traditional speech recognition scores.
Skull Base Surgery
He serves as the Director of the Skull Base Center at MUSC, where his clinical practice focuses on managing complex skull base disorders like acoustic neuromas.
Hearing Restoration
His practice involves comprehensive management of hearing disorders through treatments such as chronic ear surgery, cochlear implants, and other implantable hearing devices.
Media Appearances
It's a great sign: Under‑skin cochlear implant trial expands .... Featured in Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) News
Work History
8-2016
Director, Skull Base Center at Medical University of South Carolina
8-2015
Neurotologist at Medical University of South Carolina
7-2013 - 6-2015
Neurotologist at House Research Institute
Education
2008 - 2013
Residency Otolaryngology from Vanderbilt University
2004 - 2008
Doctor of Medicine (MD) from Medical University of South Carolina
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Location : Charleston, South Carolina, United States
Job Level : Mid-senior
Designation : Director, Skull Base Center at Medical University of South Carolina
