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
Aging and Swallowing: We all have to do it!
Aging and Swallowing: We All have to do it! By Karen Sheffler, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S of SwallowStudy.com A summary of a talk titled: “Managing Dysphagia in Aging Adults,” at the 2014 ASHA Healthcare & Business Institute, Las Vegas, NV by James L. Coyle, PhD, CCC-SLP,...
Speech-Language Pathologist = Deglutologist
Speech-Language Pathologist = Deglutologist by Karen Sheffler, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S of SwallowStudy.com Every May the American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA) celebrates May is Better Hearing and Speech month. ASHA and community raise awareness of the...
Lateral Medullary Syndrome (LMS) – Wallenberg Syndrome
Wallenberg Syndrome Also known as Lateral Medullary Syndrome or Lateral Medullary Infarct by Karen Sheffler, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S of SwallowStudy.com I want to share my literature review I did when my son had just started at preschool, and I had a little more time on my...
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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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