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
#DRS2016! Dysphagia Research Society~Annual Meeting
7 Highlights & Homework by Karen Sheffler, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S As soon as the Dysphagia Research Society's 2016 Annual Meeting and Post-Graduate Course brochure was delivered to my home, I poured over the tantalizing session titles. Let's all get ready for...
The ABAs of Drug-Induced Dysphagia
The ABAs of Drug-Induced Dysphagia by Karen Sheffler, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S of SwallowStudy.com There is no magic pill to cure dysphagia. There are plenty of medications that can cause difficulties eating and swallowing. Introduction: When we evaluate a person's eating...
Do You Still Do Green & Blue Dye?
Do You Still Use Green & Blue Dye in Your SwallowStudy.com? by Karen Sheffler, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S of SwallowStudy.com You may be using food coloring in your holiday cookie decorating. In March, maybe you will have a green beer or two! Your kids may have marveled...
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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).