I had a failed tympanoplasty operation back in March. Looking to possibly try again. Not sure if I will use same doctor as I am told it will basically be same procedure just another try though sucess rate drops to about 70 percent. Concerned about choosing a different doctor as well as anything I can do to improve chances for what I thought was a basic operation. 50 year old patient with history of some chronic ear infections for 6 years perforation developed back Oct 2014 - had operation in March 2015 - by July said hole had not closed. Is there a way to find the dr. who has highest success rate in GA on this type procedure...I just need to start asking again...been bounced to a number of ENT s over course of 7 years....no active infection at moment I am told and it is okay to wait to decide....next appt. in Feb 14. Looking to make sure my 2nd attempt - I am doing everything I can to restore what I am told is conductive hearing loss mainly.