Medical Blog Writing
Medical Blog Writing
Medical Speech-Language Pathology and Dysphagia
Stay up–to–date in your evidence-based practice in the field of swallowing and swallowing disorders (dysphagia). Read, comment, and ask questions on my latest collection of blogs summarizing the latest research and hot topics.
Some of our latest blog posts
Webinar Recording Now Available! More than Oral Care – Let’s Talk Oral Infection Control
Download FREE webinar: https://swallowingdisorderfoundation.com/webinar-oral-care/ on Oral Infection Control. Learn why #oralinfectioncontrol is more than #oralcare & comfort. Of course, we are always deeply concerned with the comfort of people while in healthcare...
Trouble Swallowing Pills? Pill Swallow Gel & Other Resources
Trouble Swallowing Pills? Learn REAL Strategies: Pill Swallow Gel & More Resources by Karen Sheffler, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S of SwallowStudy.com Introduction to Trouble with Swallowing Pills (Pill Dysphagia): When I work with people who have trouble swallowing pills...
Low Radiation Risks from Videofluoroscopic Swallow Study (Adults)
What are the True Radiation Risks from Videofluoroscopic Swallow Studies? By Karen Sheffler, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S of SwallowStudy.com in collaboration with Dr. Heather Shaw Bonilha, Ph.D., CCC-SLP Introduction to Radiation Risks from Videofluoroscopic Swallow Studies:...
Evidence-based articles about dysphagia to help people with dysphagia, promote patient safety, and provide content marketing for products.
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Commissioned Work
The Proof is in the Pudding: A Tribute to Dr. Steven Leder & His Contributions to FEES
This article explored the now 30-year history of FEES, with a special focus on Dr. Leder’s work from 1997 to 2016 (references are listed chronologically to reflect history). Karen reviewed Dr. Leder’s early contributions, research regarding the benefits of FEES, some of his work with specific populations, and finally other exam considerations (i.e., the use of dyes and the need for a residue rating scale).








