Medical Blog Writing

Medical Blog Writing
Medical Speech-Language Pathology and Dysphagia

Stay uptodate 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

New Horizons For Electrical Stimulation?

Do We Know More About Electrical Stimulation Than We Know About Pluto? New Horizons for Electrical Stimulation? by Karen Sheffler, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S of SwallowStudy.com Introduction: My son clutched his Pluto stuffed animal while we stayed up past his bedtime on July...

Spanish Swallowing Resources

Spanish Swallowing Resources

Problemas Al Tragar (Disfagia)? Se Habla Español - Recursos de Tragar - en Español Spanish Swallowing Resources compiled by Karen Sheffler, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S of SwallowStudy.com Spanish swallowing resources and links: The Ohio State University - Wexner Medical Center...

# Dysphagia Awareness Month

# Dysphagia Awareness Month

Why do we Need a Dysphagia Awareness Month? by Karen Sheffler, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S of SwallowStudy.com (June 2015) May was the American Speech and Hearing Association's Better Hearing and Speech Month (#BHSM, @AHSAweb on Twitter and ASHA on Facebook). See my Better...

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).

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