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
Pureed, Level 4 & Liquidised, Level 3 Replaced Dysphagia Puree
"Pureed, Level 4" & "Liquidised, Level 3" IDDSI Diets Replaced "Dysphagia Puree" by Karen Sheffler, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S of SwallowStudy.com Your Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) and medical team have recommended a Dysphagia Pureed Diet for you based on your...
Minced & Moist, Level 2 Replaced Dysphagia Mechanically Altered
"Minced & Moist, IDDSI Level 5" Diet Replaced "Dysphagia Mechanically Altered," "Ground," "Mechanical Soft" by Karen Sheffler, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S of SwallowStudy.com Understanding the Need For Minced & Moist, Level 5 Being discharged to home from a hospital or...
Soft & Bite-Sized, Level 6 Replaced Dysphagia Advanced
"Soft & Bite-Sized, IDDSI Level 6" Replaced "Dysphagia Advanced Diet" by Karen Sheffler, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S of SwallowStudy.com Understanding the Need For Soft & Bite-Sized Being discharged to home from a hospital or rehab facility can be an overwhelming...
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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).