Boys Town National Research Hospital specializes in the treatment of childhood deafness and related communication disorders. The hospital features operating and recovery rooms. Established in 1977, it operates the Boys Town Ear, Nose & Throat Institute, which offers audiology assessment services. Boys Town National Research Hospital also provides treatment for Crohn s disease, constipation and ulcerative colitis. The hospital is accredited by The Joint Commission. Its Cochlear Implant Center serves children and adults with hearing impairments. The hospital additionally offers individual, group and family counseling services. Its Foster Care Clinic treats mental, emotional and developmental problems. Boys Town National Research Hospital additionally assists in the selection of hearing aids and devices.