The House Institute Foundation (HIF) is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) foundation dedicated to research, education, and global hearing health. Founded in 1946 by Howard P. House, MD, and headquartered in Los Angeles, California, The House Institute Foundation has been and continues to be at the forefront of new discoveries and applications of clinical and translational research in otology (ear medicine) and skull base surgery. HIF professional education programs have been attended by more than 25,000 doctors and research fellows since its inception. The House Institute Foundation has recently been given a Presidential Citation by the president of the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck surgery for its contributions to the field of otology and neurotology. The House Institute Foundation may from time to time present information on medical topics via social media such as Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram. This is for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. It is not intended to be a substitute for individualized medical advice, diagnosis or treatment by a physician who is aware of your medical history and has had an opportunity to examine you. Do not rely on any informational sessions presented via The House Institute Foundation's social media in place of seeking professional medical advice.