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

Quality of Life Measures for Swallowing

by Karen Sheffler | May 12, 2014

Quality of Life Measures for Swallowing and Swallowing Disorders Quality of Life Measures compiled by Karen Sheffler, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S of SwallowStudy.com Eating and swallowing safely are key to enjoying a meal with loved ones. In the process of fully evaluating a...

Diet Ordering Privileges for the SLP

by Karen Sheffler | May 9, 2014

Diet Ordering Privileges by Karen Sheffler, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S of SwallowStudy.com As a clinician who specializes in dysphagia, haven't you always wanted the control of diet ordering for the safety of the people you serve who have dysphagia? Your recommendations for a...

Aspiration Precautions Policy

by Karen Sheffler | May 9, 2014

What Does Aspiration Precautions Mean? by Karen Sheffler, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S of SwallowStudy.com Many hospitals, rehabilitation centers and nursing facilities use the term Aspiration Precautions. Doctors order Aspiration Precautions. Does it make the patient safer...

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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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