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
ICD-10-CM Dysphagia: After Heartburn & Before Flatulence!
ICD-10-CM Dysphagia (R13): After Heartburn & Before Flatulence! By Karen Sheffler, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S of SwallowStudy.com Have you sat through hours of coursework yet for the new ICD-10-CM (Clinical Modification) and ICD-10-PCS (Procedure Coding System)? After 2...
It’s Alive! Oral Microbiome
Microbiomes in the Environment to Your Oral Microbiome! by Karen Sheffler, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S of SwallowStudy.com My travels this summer lead me to some pretty harsh environments as we park-hopped through some wondrous national parks, Utah state parks and national...
Dysphagia Training: Are You Ready for Dysphagia?
Are SLP Graduates Ready for Careers in Dysphagia by Karen Sheffler, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S of SwallowStudy.com There has been quite a buzz in social media, or should I say quite a tweet, wondering: Are we preparing our graduate students well enough for careers as medical...
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).