Swallow Your Pride Podcast

<p>What do you do when the deck is stacked against you and your career goals? How do you pivot when things aren’t going according to plan? Who do you turn to for help when you’re flying solo as a private practice owner? Vanessa Alcala M.S., CCC-SLP, CDP, has the answers to all of these questions […]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com/347-eyes-on-the-prize-vanessa-alcalas-journey-to-entrepreneurship-as-an-slp/">347 – Eyes on the prize: Vanessa Alcala’s journey to entrepreneurship as an SLP</a> appeared first on <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com">Swallow Your Pride Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>What if you could take all of the evidence on aspiration, pneumonia, and dysphagia that has been amassed since the 1990s…</p> <p>…and package it into a clinical framework for SLPs to make informed decisions about aspiration risk?</p> <p>*BOLUS framework has entered the chat*</p> <p>Aaron Padilla MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S and Phyllis Palmer, PhD, CCC-SLP join me on the Swallow Your Pride Podcast to introduce and explain the development of the BOLUS framework - a tool that considers:</p> <p>Bolus characteristics <br /> Oral health <br /> Lifestyle factors <br /> Unintended disease <br /> System status</p> <p>We dig into how this framework can guide your clinical decisions AND help you have more meaningful conversations with your patients and healthcare team about risk management.</p> <p>Ready to enhance your clinical decision-making process? Tune into Episode 346 and let me know what you think!</p> <p>Go and dowload the references and handout here: https://syppodcast.com/346</p> <p>TIMESTAMPS:</p> <p>Discussion of the Bolus Framework (00:03:13)<br /> Physiological Actions Against Aspiration (00:04:56)<br /> Chronic Aspiration and Inflammation Cycle (00:07:59)<br /> Conceptualizing Risk for Aspiration Patients (00:09:34)<br /> Oral Health and Aspiration Risks (00:11:29)<br /> Iatrogenic Disease and Aspiration (00:13:47)<br /> Evidence Review of the Bolus Framework (00:15:40)<br /> Clinical Application of the Bolus Framework (00:19:08)<br /> Implementation Science in Clinical Practice (00:23:07)<br /> Patient-Centered Decision Making (00:24:16)<br /> Research and Future Directions (00:25:27)<br /> Interprofessional Collaboration (00:27:12)<br /> Bolus Framework in Clinical Practice (00:29:25)<br /> Health Literacy and Communication (00:32:20)<br /> Empowering Families in Decision Making (00:33:03)<br /> Critical Evaluation of Thickened Liquids (00:34:25)</p> <p>The post <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com/346-risky-business-navigating-the-risk-of-aspiration-its-impacts-using-the-bolus-framework/">346 – Risky Business: Navigating the Risk of Aspiration & Its Impacts Using the BOLUS Framework</a> appeared first on <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com">Swallow Your Pride Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>At the beginning of 2024, I hosted a free 5-day workshop dedicated to showing medical SLPs the ropes to achieving more at work (and for their patients) WITHOUT spending all of their money. This week, you can tune in to days 3, 4 & 5 of the Pivotal SLP Workshop! Tune in, take notes, and […]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com/345-how-can-slps-secure-funding-in-healthcare-part-2-of-the-pivotal-slp-workshop/">345 – How Can SLPs Secure Funding in Healthcare? Part 2 of the Pivotal SLP Workshop</a> appeared first on <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com">Swallow Your Pride Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>Have you ever requested new equipment or reimbursement for a continuing education course or certification? Did you get denied with a big fat NO?</p> <p>Great! You FAILed! (At your First Attempt in Learning) </p> <p>At the beginning of 2024, I hosted a free 5-day workshop dedicated to showing medical SLPs the ropes to achieving more at work (and for their patients) WITHOUT spending all of their money.</p> <p>And guess what?</p> <p>Now you can listen to the entire workshop on this podcast.</p> <p>This week, you can tune in to days 1 & 2 of the Pivotal SLP Workshop! Tune in, take notes, and download the free Pivotal SLP Playbook to apply what you learn.</p> <p>Access the workbook here: https://theresarichard.com/pivotalslpplaybook</p> <p>Timestamps:</p> <p>Understanding the Healthcare Ecosystem (00:02:23)<br /> Effective Advocacy Strategies (00:04:26)<br /> Defining Resource Needs (00:05:15)<br /> Challenging Limiting Beliefs (00:06:06)<br /> Identifying Key Players (00:06:59)<br /> Learning from Nursing Models (00:08:07)<br /> Advocacy for SLP Training (00:09:05)<br /> Reframing Advocacy Language (00:10:42)<br /> Understanding Healthcare Priorities (00:11:38)<br /> Policies on Education and Funding (00:12:34)<br /> Collaboration Across Organizations (00:13:37)<br /> Building Relationships with Physicians (00:15:32)<br /> Engaging with Other Departments (00:17:33)<br /> Timing and Patience in Advocacy (00:18:25)<br /> Exploring Grants and Foundations (00:18:25)<br /> Understanding Grant Applications (00:19:18)<br /> The Purpose of Grants (00:20:17)<br /> Identifying Grant Opportunities (00:21:12)<br /> Target Populations for Grants (00:22:12)<br /> Local Corporate Grant Opportunities (00:23:26)<br /> Navigating Grant Search Engines (00:24:20)<br /> Creative Funding Approaches (00:27:06)<br /> Foundations and Funding (00:28:07)<br /> Leveraging LinkedIn for Networking (00:29:51)<br /> Final Thoughts on Grant Exploration (00:30:47)</p> <p>The post <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com/344-how-can-slps-secure-funding-in-healthcare-with-theresa-richard-ma-ccc-slp-bcs-s/">344 – How Can SLPs Secure Funding in Healthcare? with Theresa Richard, MA, CCC-SLP, BCS-S</a> appeared first on <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com">Swallow Your Pride Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>This past August, the Mayo Clinic had accomplished what was believed to be impossible… The world’s FIRST successful *total* laryngeal transplant on a patient with active cancer! Doctors at Mayo Clinic Arizona completed the procedure on Marty, a 60-year old man with a rare form of laryngeal cancer called chondrosarcoma. A team of 6 physicians […]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com/343-total-laryngeal-transplant-dr-lott-and-jessica-gregor-share-the-details-behind-this-major-medical-milestone/">343 – Total Laryngeal Transplant: Dr. Lott and Jessica Gregor Share the Details Behind This Major Medical Milestone</a> appeared first on <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com">Swallow Your Pride Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>“Research shows that one out of two patients forgets half the information given to them within 24 hours, and the other half remembers it incorrectly.”</p> <p>☝️This is just ONE of the many golden nuggets of information that today’s guest throws at us.</p> <p>The ability to explain complex medical information and recommendations to patients in a way that’s easy to understand is a true and necessary art, which is why we have Richard Zraick Ph.D., CCC-SLP, F-ASHA, CHSE from the University of Central Florida here to talk about it!</p> <p>In this week's episode, you’ll learn all about..</p> <p>The two types of health literacy and how SLPs are involved in both<br /> How tools like ChatGPT can help clinicians create more accessible patient education materials<br /> A teaching method that, according to some studies, significantly reduces misunderstandings (and it only adds about 30 seconds to a clinical session.) <br /> How to tackle poor health literacy from a multidisciplinary perspective<br /> Strategies YOU can adopt to reduce medical jargon and set patients up for greater long-term outcomes.</p> <p>*NOTE: October’s themed mission inside the Medical SLP Collective is Health Literacy! If you’re not yet a Collective member and want to join this month’s mission with actionable assignments to apply at your job, go to www.medslpcollective.com and enroll today!</p> <p>Visit the episode page here for more links from Dr. Zraick: https://syppodcast.com/342</p> <p>The post <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com/342-ditch-the-medical-jargon-for-this-health-literacy-insights-with-dr-richard-zraick/">342 – Ditch the Medical Jargon for This: Health Literacy Insights with Dr. Richard Zraick</a> appeared first on <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com">Swallow Your Pride Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>You know those awkward moments where you can’t hear what someone is saying in a loud environment, so you just nod and agree to whatever they say?</p> <p>…hoping it makes sense to just nod and agree?</p> <p>As a medical SLP, odds are, you’ve worked with patients who have done this to you.</p> <p>Not because you’re providing therapy in a loud environment, but because they have receptive aphasia, or impaired auditory comprehension.</p> <p>While impaired speech and language is easy to pick up on, auditory comprehension is a whole different ballpark…</p> <p>Which is why we’re bring on our beloved aphasia & auditory comprehension MedSLP Collective mentor, Brett McCardel!</p> <p>Brett drops dozens of golden knowledge nuggets with us as he shares things like…</p> <p>What impaired auditory comprehension can look like (it really varies!)<br /> How auditory comprehension impacts quality of life<br /> The two ways we can classify auditory comprehension<br /> Assessment tools<br /> Treatment considerations</p> <p>And so much more!!</p> <p>If you serve people with aphasia at all, you won’t want to miss this episode!</p> <p>And if you want to dig EVEN DEEPER into your aphasia assessment and treatment skills, you might be interested in this month’s themed mission inside of the MedSLP Collective! We’re dedicating every resource, checklist, in-service, and webinar this month to aphasia - including aphasia in sign language! </p> <p>Get the show notes here: https://syppodcast.com/341</p> <p>Aphasia Therapy Approach (00:01:34)<br /> Changes in the Meta SLP Collective (00:02:50)<br /> Focus on New Resources (00:03:46)<br /> Implementation of Material (00:05:42)<br /> Diving into Auditory Comprehension (00:07:02)<br /> Understanding Auditory Comprehension (00:08:50)<br /> Challenges in Auditory Comprehension (00:10:05)<br /> Impact on Quality of Life (00:12:04)<br /> Classifying Auditory Comprehension Deficits (00:14:44)<br /> Assessment of Auditory Comprehension (00:15:35)<br /> Common Assessment Tasks (00:18:02)<br /> Auditory Processing Model Overview (00:19:13)<br /> Auditory Comprehension at Single Word Level (00:20:17)<br /> Treatment Approaches for Single Word Level (00:21:24)<br /> Research on Auditory Discrimination Skills (00:22:12)<br /> Awareness in Auditory Comprehension (00:23:46)<br /> Transition to Sentence Level Comprehension (00:25:24)<br /> Assessment Tools for Sentence Level (00:27:44)<br /> Treatment Strategies for Syntax and Morphology (00:29:21)<br /> Discourse Level Assessment (00:33:31)<br /> Compensatory Strategies for Discourse Level (00:35:52)<br /> AAC and Auditory Comprehension Support (00:36:54)<br /> Case Study on Auditory Comprehension (00:37:41)<br /> Understanding Auditory Comprehension (00:38:52)<br /> Life Participation Approach (00:39:51)<br /> Communication Environment Considerations (00:40:00)<br /> Functional Treatment Strategies (00:41:00)<br /> Holistic Aphasia Treatment (00:41:54)</p> <p>The post <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com/341-the-complex-world-of-auditory-comprehension-and-receptive-aphasia-assessment-treatment-and-more/">341 – The Complex World of Auditory Comprehension and Receptive Aphasia: Assessment, Treatment, and More</a> appeared first on <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com">Swallow Your Pride Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>While we often like to talk about research findings that shows us statistical significance in data and solid numbers we can lean on for treatment approaches…</p> <p>What about the kind of data that ISN’T objectively measured?</p> <p>The kind that shows us what patients or other clinicians experience think, or believe.</p> <p>I’m talking about qualitative research!</p> <p>Is qualitative research viewed as “less reputable” than quantitative research?</p> <p>What kind of valuable information can we pull from patient experiences, opinions, and views?</p> <p>Beatrice Manduchi PhD, MSc, BSc (SLP) is here to talk all about it in today’s episode of the Swallow Your Pride podcast!</p> <p>Beatrice is a speech-language pathologist who went from clinician to researcher and is currently working as a postdoc fellow at MD Anderson Cancer Center. Beatrice specializes in dysphagia, particularly in head and neck cancer.</p> <p>Tune into this episode to take a break from numerical data and explore the world of qualitative research and its impact on dysphagia!</p> <p>Link to show notes: https://syppodcast.com/340</p> <p>TIMESTAMPS:</p> <p>Qualitative Research Interest (00:03:20)<br /> Importance of Qualitative Methods (00:05:17)<br /> Qualitative Research vs. Quantitative Research (00:06:07)<br /> Impact of Qualitative Research on Dysphagia (00:09:37)<br /> Patient Perspectives in Research (00:10:51)<br /> Integrating Qualitative Research with Clinical Practice (00:12:14)<br /> Conducting Qualitative Research (00:15:02)<br /> Data Saturation in Qualitative Research (00:17:22)<br /> The Role of Frameworks in Qualitative Research (00:20:18)<br /> Passion for Patient-Centered Research (00:22:18)<br /> Understanding Bias in Interviews (00:23:16)<br /> Nuances of Interview Guides (00:24:18)<br /> Proactive vs. Reactive Therapies (00:26:11)<br /> Patient Comfort with Therapies (00:29:00)<br /> Streamlined Processes in Therapy (00:30:22)<br /> Patient Education Importance (00:32:52)<br /> Setting Diet Goals (00:33:56)<br /> Shared Decision-Making Challenges (00:38:01)<br /> Surprising Findings from the Study (00:39:17)<br /> Next Steps in Research (00:41:22)</p> <p>The post <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com/340-the-power-of-qualitative-research-in-speech-and-language-pathology-beatrice-manduchi-phd-msc-bsc-slp/">340 – The Power of Qualitative Research in Speech and Language Pathology – Beatrice Manduchi PhD, MSc, BSc (SLP)</a> appeared first on <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com">Swallow Your Pride Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>How confident are you in the world of…</p> <p>Concussion?</p> <p>Traumatic brain injury?</p> <p>Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) in young athletes and military personnel?</p> <p>In this podcast episode, Kelli A. Uitenham CScD, CCC-SLP dives into all of those topics and more as she shares her passion for and specialized work in the world of brain injury. </p> <p>Dr. Kelli Uitenham is the founder of the Brain Talk Foundation, which raises awareness about neurological conditions like the ones mentioned above. She also runs a private practice and loves bringing in innovative technology into her therapy sessions, like “Silent Silence AI” for expressive aphasia and “Power of Patients” for symptom tracking.</p> <p>You won’t want to miss this episode! Tune in now to dig even deeper into the world of brain injury.</p> <p>Get the show notes at: https://syppodcast.com/339</p> <p>Timestamps:<br /> Discussion on Brain Talk Foundation (00:04:07)<br /> Awareness of Concussions (00:05:51)<br /> Introduction of Silent Silence Software (00:08:41)<br /> Power of Patient Software (00:12:52)<br /> Patient-Centered Data Tracking (00:13:37)<br /> Role of SLPs in Patient Care (00:16:39)<br /> Therapy and Treatment Overview (00:18:40)<br /> Functional Exercises for Patients (00:19:52)<br /> Being the Change (00:21:00)<br /> Value of Participation (00:21:53)<br /> Upcoming Presentations (00:25:00)<br /> Book Announcement (00:27:17)<br /> Athlete Interviews (00:29:00)</p> <p>The post <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com/339-dr-kelli-uitenham/">339 – Concussions, TBI, and CTE: The Silent Epidemic—Are We Talking Enough About It? with Dr. Kelli Uitenham</a> appeared first on <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com">Swallow Your Pride Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>We often talk about how aphasia impacts people’s ability to speak or understand language, but what about aphasia’s impact on sign language?</p> <p>Do the hands sometimes sign “apple” instead of “orange” thanks to a semantic paraphasia?</p> <p>If one arm is weak or paralyzed because of a stroke, how does THAT impact someone’s ability to communicate using sign language?</p> <p>Instead of speech-language pathology, would we make the focus sign-language pathology? </p> <p>Shelby Hill SLPD CCC-SLP QOM, is here to talk all about it - and you WON’T want to miss this discussion!</p> <p>Shelby describes her important work and research with individuals who are deaf and have also acquired a communication disorder. She covers important topics like whether or not sign language falls under the SLP scope of practice, how the neurological processes for signing are similar to those for speaking, and what aphasia can look like in individuals who use sign language.</p> <p>Don’t worry, if you find yourself saying, “I should have known that!” throughout this episode, you’re not alone.</p> <p>Get the show notes at: https://syppodcast.com/338</p> <p>Timestamps:</p> <p>The post <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com/338-aphasia-in-sign-language-the-emerging-specialty-of-sign-language-pathology/">338 – Aphasia in Sign-Language: The Emerging Specialty of Sign Language Pathology</a> appeared first on <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com">Swallow Your Pride Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>Okay, this might sound like a trick question, but…What is dysphagia?</p> <p>This single question might be the most “swallow your pride” kind of question for medical SLPs yet…</p> <p>Because, believe it or not, we have yet to establish a standardized definition of dysphagia!</p> <p>Which is exactly why Martin B. Brodsky Ph.D., Sc.M., CCC-SLP, F-ASHA, and Debra Suiter PhD, CCC-SLP, BCS-S are putting together a conference called “Defining Dysphagia: In Search of a Unified Definition for the Aging Population” and are joining me on this week’s episode of the Swallow Your Pride Podcast to talk about it!</p> <p>Dr. Brodksy and Dr. Suiter lay out the facts, questions, and barriers surrounding dysphagia definitions and how they impact clinical practice, research, and patient care.</p> <p>From the discrepancies between patient complaints and clinical definitions to the impacts that dysphagia has on coding and reimbursement, this single word has yet to reach a universal interpretation.</p> <p>The Defining Dysphagia conference is happening September 13th - 15th, and you can register now at https://syppodcast.com/definingdysphagia</p> <p>Timestamps:</p> <p> <br /> Importance of Consensus Definition (00:28:32)<br /> Speaker Lineup for Saturday (00:30:58)<br /> Telehealth in Dysphagia Treatment (00:31:09)<br /> Neurodegenerative Diseases Focus (00:32:12)<br /> Clinical Relevance of Speakers (00:33:30)<br /> Speakers' Role in Delphi Process (00:34:12)<br /> Conference Structure and CEUs (00:36:35)<br /> Multidisciplinary Nature of Conference (00:39:14)<br /> Invitation to Attend (00:40:36)<br /> Conference Website Information (00:41:16)</p> <p>The post <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com/337-thats-not-what-dysphagia-means-the-search-for-a-standardized-definition-of-one-of-the-most-important-words-in-our-field/">337 – That’s Not What Dysphagia Means: The Search for a Standardized Definition of One of the Most Important Words in Our Field – Dr. Martin Brodsky and Dr. Debra Suiter</a> appeared first on <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com">Swallow Your Pride Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>As an SLP, you’re most likely to see a patient when they’re medically stable…but what if you could also be there from the start of their medical emergency? </p> <p>What if you were part of the team who hops in the ambulance, assesses how critical someone’s condition is, and provides the first attempt in stablizing their health until you can get them to the hospital?</p> <p>That’s what Eleanor Smyser, M.S., CCC-SLP, A-EMT does!</p> <p>Eleanor is both an advanced emergency medical technician (EMT) and medical SLP, and she’s here today to share her experiences and how her training as an EMT has crossed over into her life as an SLP - and vice versa!</p> <p>Join us as we discuss…</p> <p>the importance of understanding airway management and patient stability<br /> the value of interdisciplinary collaboration<br /> Elanor’s personal story about her son's emergency, highlighting the critical role of emergency medical services (EMS).<br /> how combining SLP and EMS expertise can enhance patient care and outcomes<br /> a call for SLPs to broaden their medical knowledge.</p> <p>Tune in and share your thoughts!</p> <p>Get the show notes at https://syppodcast.com/336</p> <p>Timestamps</p> <p>Eleanor's Journey into EMS (00:02:52)<br /> First Experience in EMS (00:03:53)<br /> Training During COVID (00:04:08)<br /> EMT Training Insights (00:05:42)<br /> Integration of EMT Knowledge into SLP Practice (00:06:33)<br /> Importance of Patient Stability (00:07:29)<br /> Holistic Patient Care Perspective (00:09:02)<br /> Data Points for Decision Making (00:11:22)<br /> Airway Management Equipment Overview (00:13:29)<br /> Basic Airway Devices (00:14:21)<br /> Super Melodic Airway Devices (00:15:13)<br /> Introduction to Supergalactic Airways (00:17:24)<br /> Traditional Intubation Methods (00:18:15)<br /> Emergency Cricothyrotomy (00:19:21)<br /> Personal Experience with Son's Emergency (00:19:29)<br /> Calmness in Crisis (00:21:01)<br /> Importance of Familiarity in Emergency Services (00:21:53)<br /> Lessons Learned from Emergency Situations (00:22:38)<br /> Building Relationships with EMS (00:23:11)<br /> Understanding Patient Emergencies (00:25:13)<br /> Teamwork in High-Stakes Situations (00:27:22)<br /> Communication Skills from EMS Experience (00:30:29)<br /> Importance of SLPs in Medical Teams (00:32:26)<br /> Encouragement for SLPs to Explore EMS (00:34:01)<br /> Eleanor's Sabbatical and Work Schedule (00:35:08)<br /> Volunteer Shifts and Work-Life Balance (00:36:04)</p> <p>The post <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com/336-slp-by-day-emt-by-night-how-emergency-medical-tech-training-enhanced-this-slps-practice/">336 – SLP by day, EMT by night: How Emergency Medical Tech Training Enhanced This SLP’s Practice</a> appeared first on <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com">Swallow Your Pride Podcast</a>.</p>

<p> Today, we're featuring Part 2 of an episode of the Speeching it Real podcast, where host Christy Ubieta asks Theresa Richard, MA, CCC-SLP, BCS-S all the good questions. THIS is where you get to learn more about our beloved Swallow Your Pride Podcast and discover things like…. how Theresa almost didn’t become an SLP why […]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com/335-from-fashion-to-fees-to-phd-theresa-richards-origin-story-part-2/">335 -From Fashion to FEES to PhD: Theresa Richard’s origin story – Part 2</a> appeared first on <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com">Swallow Your Pride Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>This week's episode of the Swallow Your Pride Podcast will be a little different… It's a podcast within a podcast. We'll call it…podception. Today, we're featuring an episode of the Speeching it Real podcast, where host Christy Ubieta asks Theresa Richard, MA, CCC-SLP, BCS-S all the good questions. THIS is where you get to learn […]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com/334-from-fashion-to-fees-to-phd-theresa-richards-origin-story/">334 – From Fashion to FEES to PhD: Theresa Richard’s Origin Story</a> appeared first on <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com">Swallow Your Pride Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>You know how dentists have those intraoral cameras that let patients see what’s going on in their mouth?</p> <p>What if SLPs could use those as part of their dysphagia assessment? </p> <p>Or as part of their biofeedback during therapy to check for residue and to see if certain compensatory strategies work? Just imagine quickly peeking into a patient’s mouth with an angled intraoral camera and finding bread in the valleculae from the patient’s last meal (which was two hours ago)!</p> <p>Turns out we can!</p> <p>James Curtis, PhD, CCC-SLP, and Ann Miles, PhD, are two SLPs and researchers who are exploring this idea and spill all the beans with us in this week’s episode of The Swallow Your Pride Podcast!</p> <p>Join James and Anna as they discuss the intraoral camera and…</p> <p>The benefits of adding it to our dysphagia assessments<br /> Potential applications in therapy and patient education<br /> The pioneering work of Jose Vergara’s team in Brazil<br /> Technical challenges<br /> Patient tolerance<br /> Current and future research<br /> Access to this instrument</p> <p>Tune in and give a shout-out to your local dentist for inspiring this idea!</p> <p>TIMESTAMPS:</p> <p>Initial exploration of intraoral cameras (00:05:42)<br /> Clinical application of intraoral cameras (00:10:44)<br /> Advantages and limitations of intraoral cameras (00:12:51)<br /> Procedure for using intraoral cameras (00:15:05)<br /> Challenges with intraoral cameras (00:19:01)<br /> Patient Positioning and Maneuvering (00:20:05)<br /> Challenges and Skills of Rigid Exam vs. Flexible Scope (00:20:56)<br /> Advantages of Intraoral Cameras (00:21:10)<br /> Importance of Post-Swallow Images and Video Clips (00:22:28)<br /> Sensitivity and Reliability of Intraoral Cameras (00:24:30)<br /> Comparative Research and Reproducibility (00:26:02)<br /> Limitations and Need for More Research (00:28:25)<br /> Cost and Infection Control Considerations (00:32:15)<br /> Integration into Clinical Protocols (00:33:42)<br /> Future Research and Implementation Studies (00:37:44)<br /> Intraoral Camera Use in New Zealand (00:40:09)<br /> Availability and Cost of Intraoral Cameras (00:40:56)<br /> Patient Populations for Intraoral Camera Use (00:41:38)<br /> Challenges and Benefits of Rigid Endoscopy (00:44:23)</p> <p>The post <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com/333-can-intraoral-cameras-improve-dysphagia-management-lets-zoom-in/">333 – Can Intraoral Cameras Improve Dysphagia Management? Let’s Zoom In…</a> appeared first on <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com">Swallow Your Pride Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>“I’m looking for a guy in finance…”</p> <p>Okay, while that’s the start of a recent viral song, I spoke with an SLP who *was* in finance.</p> <p>Fred Stahl is a second-career medical SLP who shares how he went from hedge fund management to voice and dysphagia management for head and neck cancer survivors.</p> <p>Together we discuss why he left finance for speech pathology, his learning experience, his involvement in a research study on swallowing (and the unexpected findings), and the incredibly dynamic nature of our field. From embracing opportunities to learning from failures, Fred’s insight is both eye-opening and incredibly motivating!</p> <p>Tune in and get inspired.</p> <p>Get show notes here: https://syppodcast.com/332</p> <p>Fred Stal is a Speech-Language Pathologist and Certified Brain Injury Specialist. He completed his initial training and clinical fellowship through Cleveland Clinic Rehabilitation Hospital. Currently, Fred works in the outpatient setting as well as per diem in the acute care setting. He recently published research as a co-author with the NYU Swallowing Research Lab, which was presented by the incredible lead author at the 2024 Dysphagia Research Society conference in Puerto Rico. His main areas of clinical interest include dysphagia management, upper airway disorders, and most of all… all things related to the head and neck cancer population.</p> <p>Research Link mentioned: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/9513300/</p> <p>Timestamps:</p> <p>Fred's Journey into Speech-Language Pathology (00:01:45)<br /> Fred's Clinical Experience and Career Path (00:02:29)<br /> Passion for Head and Neck Cancer Patients (00:05:47)<br /> Learning and Implementing New Techniques (00:07:59)<br /> Specialized Field within Speech-Language Pathology (00:08:46)<br /> Manual Therapy and Lymphedema in Head and Neck Patients (00:11:36)<br /> Presentation at ASHA and Case Studies (00:13:47)<br /> Continuous Learning and Adapting in the Field (00:16:41)<br /> The research publication (00:18:02)<br /> Learning from failures (00:21:26)<br /> Instrumental assessment and patient outcomes (00:25:28)<br /> Challenges in patient recovery (00:28:20)<br /> Value of long-term patient relationships (00:31:38)<br /> Advocacy and improvement in skilled nursing facilities (00:33:30)<br /> The power of basic tools in dysphagia therapy (00:34:17)<br /> Wada testing and awake craniotomy (00:35:15)<br /> Exploring new areas in speech pathology (00:36:16)</p> <p>The post <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com/332-from-hedge-funds-to-slp/">332 – From Hedge Funds to Medical: Fred Stal’s Unique Journey</a> appeared first on <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com">Swallow Your Pride Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>The Medical SLP version of a “Battle of the Bands” would be, without a doubt, a “Battle of the Instrumentals.”</p> <p>As in, which is better: MBS or FEES?</p> <p>The MBS has historically been viewed as the “gold standard” of instrumentals, but a LOT more research has come out about FEES since its introduction into the dysphagia world.</p> <p>And Dr. Jessica Pisegna is here to talk about it in this week’s episode of The Swallow Your Pride Podcast!</p> <p>Dr. Pesegna is the section chief at Boston Medical Center of the voice and swallowing center and has worked closely with the one and only Dr. Susan Langmore.</p> <p>In this episode, we cover:</p> <p>-When Dr. Pesegna chooses FEES, MBS, or BOTH simultanously. <br /> -What her latest research found when it comes to absent or reduced epiglottic inversion on FEES and what it can mean<br /> -The importance of the brand and color of food dye<br /> -Why FEES should be used in acute care<br /> -The use of residue rating scales and the consistency of clinician ratings.<br /> -Laryngeal sensory testing<br /> -The ice chip protocol and the Frazier Free Water Protocol<br /> -The reliability of Penetration-Aspiration Scale (PAS) on FEES.</p> <p>Prep your barium and get your scopes out, because this episode will leave you motivated to step up your game in the world of instrumental swallow studies!</p> <p>Get the show notes full of references here:<br /> https://syppodcast.com/331</p> <p> TIMESTAMPS:</p> <p>Simultaneous FEES and Video Fluoroscopy (00:03:40)<br /> Research Findings (00:06:18)<br /> Sensitivity of FEES (00:10:00)<br /> FEES in Acute Care (00:14:49)<br /> Triage Protocol (00:16:17)<br /> Simultaneous FEES and Video Fluoroscopy (00:16:45)<br /> Turnaround Time for FEES (00:17:33)<br /> Rating Scales for Residue (00:18:12)<br /> Assessing Reliability Between Clinicians (00:19:48)<br /> New Zealand Secretion Scale (00:22:15)<br /> Global Picture of Patient Care (00:23:44)<br /> Management of Secretions in Acute Care (00:24:39)<br /> Laryngeal Sensory Testing (00:25:17)<br /> Ice Chip Protocol (00:28:55)<br /> FEES and PPIs Ratings (00:35:10)<br /> Challenges and Considerations in Using PAS on FEES (00:38:34)<br /> Reliability of Digest FEES (00:40:26)</p> <p>The post <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com/331-mbs-vs-fees-time-to-dig-deeper-into-instrumental-swallow-studies-with-jessica-pisegna/">331 – MBS vs FEES: Time to Dig Deeper into Instrumental Swallow Studies with Dr. Jessica Pisegna</a> appeared first on <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com">Swallow Your Pride Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>If you want to serve the head and neck cancer population or HOPE to one day…you do NOT want to miss this episode!</p> <p>Jennifer Larssen, an SLP at the University of South Florida, shares her experiences in developing innovative programs for head and neck surgery patients. She shares innovative programs and tools like…</p> <p>✅A groundbreaking laryngeal speaking device for those who struggle with the traditional electrolarynx.<br /> ✅A self-dilation program for patients with laryngectomy and/or radiation to the neck.<br /> ✅A TEP clinic.<br /> ✅Support groups - include one for women who have undergone a laryngectomy.<br /> ✅Social events (like a trip to Busch Gardens and makeup lessons post-surgery and/or radiation)</p> <p>Prepare to feel inspired!</p> <p>Download the show notes: https://syppodcast.com/330</p> <p>TIMESTAMPS:</p> <p> <br /> Introduction (00:00:00)<br /> Program Development at USF (00:00:42)<br /> Tracheoesophageal Prostheses and TEP Clinics (00:02:51)<br /> Larynx Demo Days (00:03:09)<br /> Competencies in TEP Changes (00:04:28)<br /> Self-Dilation Program (00:06:13)<br /> Advocating to Administration (00:07:56)<br /> Head and Neck Cancer Community Group (00:09:26)<br /> Funding and Resources (00:12:21)<br /> Women's Retreat (00:13:06)<br /> Clinical Pathway and Rehabilitation (00:16:38)<br /> Feeding Tube Removal (00:19:32)<br /> Collaboration with Dietitian (00:20:11)<br /> Patient Observation (00:20:54)<br /> Transitional Care Program (00:21:44)<br /> Fluoro MS Suite (00:23:33)<br /> Becoming an X-Ray Tech (00:25:09)<br /> Supportive Team at USF (00:28:11)<br /> Human Element in Healthcare (00:30:43)</p> <p>The post <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com/330-makeup-lessons-tep-clinics-self-dilation-programs-and-more-innovative-services-for-the-head-and-neck-cancer-population/">330 – Makeup Lessons, TEP Clinics, Self-Dilation Programs, and More: Innovative Services for the Head and Neck Cancer Population</a> appeared first on <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com">Swallow Your Pride Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>Ever face a clinical decision for a dysphagia patient where each option feels too risky? Or maybe you stick to the conservative side of decision-making. Better safe than sorry…. Until you learn that what you thought was safe is actually harmful. How are we supposed to know? What can actually guide us toward making better […]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com/329-a-new-kind-of-journal-for-med-slps-decisions-decisions/">329 – A New Kind of Journal for Med SLPs? Decisions, decisions…</a> appeared first on <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com">Swallow Your Pride Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>When life hands you lemons, make lemonade, right?</p> <p>For a lot of SLPs, it can be hard to do that. Maybe we think our job would crumble without us. Maybe we think we have no other choice but to just accept the sour situations life throws at us.</p> <p>If you’re feeling trapped in a particularly unsavory situation right now, let THIS episode serve as your inspiration and motivation to follow your passion and make the career pivot you’re meant to make. </p> <p>Melissa Grassia Chisholm, M.S. CCC-SLP, was working full-time in a hospital when her son was diagnosed with leukemia. With her world completely flipped upside-down, she made the decision to leave her job and build a virtual voice clinic instead so she could be with her son while pursuing her passion.</p> <p>Tune in to this week’s episode of the Swallow Your Pride Podcast to hear how Melissa did it, what her virtual clinic looks like, her goals to expand globally, and the EXACT moment she knew that leaving her hospital was the right move.</p> <p>If you or someone you know is searching for affordable and accessible voice therapy, you’re invited to check out Melissa’s virtual clinic at TheVoiceRehab.com. Use the promo code “swallowyourpride” to get 10% off the first month of her Voice Rehab Program!</p> <p>Episode Website: https://syppodcast.com/328</p> <p>Listen to more episodes of the Swallow Your Pride Podcast</p> <p>TIMESTAMPS:</p> <p>Melissa's Career Background (00:01:05)<br /> Melissa's Vocal Health Struggles (00:06:14)<br /> Leadership Role at Cleveland Clinic (00:08:33)<br /> Transition to Private Practice (00:10:53)<br /> Balancing Family and Career (00:13:06)<br /> Blood Test Results and Hospital Visit (00:15:11)<br /> Leukemia Treatment Journey (00:19:07)<br /> Career Transition and Growth (00:20:04)<br /> Mentorship and Team Building (00:22:01)<br /> Addressing Healthcare Cuts and Virtual Clinic (00:25:42)<br /> Live Group Coaching (00:30:16)<br /> Affordable Teletherapy (00:31:23)<br /> Legal and Medicare Guidelines (00:32:55)<br /> Patient Support and Navigation (00:34:33)<br /> Care in Healthcare (00:36:39)<br /> Inspiring Passion and Support (00:38:45)<br /> Finding Melissa and Future Plans (00:40:27)</p> <p>The post <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com/328-the-ultimate-exit-plan-an-slp-who-left-her-facility-to-start-a-global-virtual-voice-clinic-with-melissa-grassia-chisholm/">328 – The Ultimate Exit Plan: An SLP Who Left Her Facility to Start a Global Virtual Voice Clinic with Melissa Grassia Chisholm</a> appeared first on <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com">Swallow Your Pride Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>You can be a Med SLP outside the walls of the hospital. </p> <p>You can ALSO build your own schedule, set your own rates, and see who you WANT to see outside the walls of the hospital.</p> <p>How? Through private practice!</p> <p>Private practice isn’t *just* for pediatric therapists. In fact, there could be an argument that there’s an increasing DEMAND for medical SLP private practices.</p> <p>But what does that look like? How do you get started? Is it realistic for you?</p> <p>Get ready to dive into the world of private practice with Jena Castro-Casbon, a private practice coach and founder of Independent Clinician. She shares her journey and expertise in empowering SLPs to establish and expand successful private practices focused on THEIR zone of genius.</p> <p>Ready to hear how you can leverage your Med SLP expertise outside the hospital?</p> <p>Tune in to this week’s discussion and hear what Jena has to say about it!</p> <p>The post <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com/327-what-can-private-practice-look-like-for-med-slps-with-jena-castro-casbon/">327 – What Can Private Practice Look Like for Med SLPS? with Jena Castro-Casbon</a> appeared first on <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com">Swallow Your Pride Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>Have you ever considered jumping into the business side of speech pathology?</p> <p>While business classes aren’t a part of the SLP curriculum, they SHOULD be. As for now, one of the best ways to learn more about the business practices behind speech-language pathology is to hear from those are are actually doing it!</p> <p>Ebony Green, M.S., CCC-SLP, is here to help!</p> <p>Ebony is a Bilingual SLP with experience in school, home health, and private clinic settings. Today she shares her journey from education to entrepreneurship and the valuable lessons she learned along the way that will encourage you to explore entrepreneurship and navigate the business aspects of the profession.</p> <p>Ready to uncover the business side of being an SLP?</p> <p>Tune in to this week’s discussion and hear what Ebony has to share about it!</p> <p>Download the show notes here: https://syppodcast.com/326</p> <p>The post <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com/326-jumping-into-business-tips-strategies-suggestions-and-more-with-ebony-green-ms-ccc-slp-2/">326 – Jumping into Business: Tips, Strategies, Suggestions, and More with Ebony Green MS, CCC-SLP</a> appeared first on <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com">Swallow Your Pride Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>Face transplants.</p> <p>Nope, that’s not just something you see on Grey’s Anatomy. It’s a real procedure and SLPs can support pre-operative evaluations, postoperative rehabilitation, and lifelong happiness for those who undergo this process.</p> <p>And in this week’s episode of the Swallow Your Pride Podcast, you’ll get to hear from two SLPs who have direct experience with serving this population!</p> <p>Join Meg Lico and Kaitlin Hanley, both SLPs at NYU Langone Health in New York City, as they share the challenges, triumphs, and profound impact of their collaboration with a surgical team as they navigate the complexities of their roles when serving those who receive a transformative face transplant.</p> <p>Gain insight into the passion and dedication driving Meg and Kaitlin’s work with craniofacial and facial transplant populations as they advocate for increased awareness and education.</p> <p>Start challenging the traditional perceptions of speech-language pathology and celebrate the multifaceted expertise of these dedicated professionals. </p> <p>Ready to learn how SLPs played a MAJOR role in a groundbreaking face transplant?</p> <p>Tune in to this week’s discussion and hear what Meg and Kaitlin have to share about it!</p> <p>Get the show notes for this episode here: https://syppodcast.com/325</p> <p>Timestamps:<br /> The introduction (00:00:12)<br /> Introducing the speakers (00:01:10)<br /> Preparation for the case (00:02:56)<br /> Post-surgery updates (00:04:49)<br /> Collaboration and patient progress (00:08:21)<br /> Preoperative assessment and strategies (00:09:38)<br /> Inpatient care and progress (00:12:17)<br /> Utilizing research and strategies (00:15:29)<br /> Passive Stretching Therapy (00:18:02)<br /> Collaboration Challenges (00:18:56)<br /> Critical Thinking and Collaboration (00:19:37)<br /> Interdisciplinary Collaboration (00:20:25)<br /> Expertise and Collaboration (00:23:33)<br /> Patient Journey and Preparation (00:25:45)<br /> Specialty Populations (00:31:43)<br /> The lack of awareness about speech pathology (00:35:02)<br /> Challenges in explaining the profession (00:35:44)<br /> The limited understanding of speech pathology (00:36:12)<br /> The profound impact of speech pathology (00:37:33)</p> <p>The post <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com/325-reconstructing-hope-with-meg-lico-and-kaitlin-hanley/">325 – Reconstructing Hope with Meg Lico and Kaitlin Hanley</a> appeared first on <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com">Swallow Your Pride Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>Theresa is BACK this week with the recording of the fourth and FINAL day of the Effective SLP workshop! This is where four brilliant SLPs and Medical SLP Collective mentors came together to discuss all-things productivity and share their tips and tools to help medical SLPs do more ON the clock WITHOUT sacrificing their time OFF the clock.</p> <p>This week, you’ll hear Laura McWilliam’s discussion from night four of The Effective SLP workshop. She shares a helpful leadership and teamwork method she calls the PARTNER method.</p> <p>Laura outlines how SLPs can apply the components of the PARTNER method to gain a seat at the productivity table and contribute to leadership discussions about workplace productivity standards.</p> <p>Laura even provided the outline of the PARTNER method inside the free Productivity Playbook that came with this workshop, which you can access along with the entire workshop at medslpcollective.com/effectiveslp </p> <p>Tune into this week’s episode and get motivated to make some changes at work to help you accomplish more WITHOUT sacrificing more.</p> <p>Get the shownotes for this episode here: https://syppodcast.com/324</p> <p>Timestamps:</p> <p>The Partner Method (00:01:14)<br /> Leadership and Teamwork (00:02:00)<br /> Rethinking Workflow (00:04:31)<br /> Comprehensive Care (00:08:27)<br /> Data-Driven Change (00:12:39)<br /> Addressing Staffing Challenges (00:15:21)<br /> Balancing Clinical and Non-Clinical Responsibilities (00:17:33)<br /> The Partner Method (00:18:44)<br /> Understanding Leadership (00:19:59)<br /> Planning and Communication (00:20:54)<br /> Asking for Partnership (00:21:51)<br /> Responding to Changes (00:22:48)<br /> Time Efficiency (00:23:51)<br /> Engaging with Team and Leadership (00:24:47)<br /> Engaging in Data (00:25:51)<br /> Continuous Quality Improvement (00:26:57)<br /> Challenges in Leadership (00:29:02)<br /> Navigating the Healthcare Climate (00:36:04)<br /> Leveraging Patient Safety Programs (00:36:28)<br /> Empowering Clinicians for Quality Improvement (00:37:36)<br /> Productivity and Data Analytics (00:39:23)<br /> Work-Life Balance and Career Growth (00:44:25)</p> <p>The post <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com/324-you-can-automate-that-productivity-and-efficiency-power-moves-for-medslps/">324 – You Can Automate That: Productivity and Efficiency Power Moves for MedSLPs</a> appeared first on <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com">Swallow Your Pride Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>In February, the MedSLP collective hosted a free four-day workshop to help medical SLPs accomplish more by doing less!</p> <p>This week, we’re sharing Day 3 of the workshop on the Swallow Your Pride Podcast!</p> <p>Who decided that burning out was a badge of honor? There’s a stigma across the board — that in order to succeed as an SLP, we have to push beyond our limit DAILY.</p> <p>Tune in today to catch Day 3 of the Effective SLP Workshop, where Kelly Caldwell, MA, MS, CCC-SLP, dives into real-world examples and applicable tools to help you work smarter, not harder. Dive into different working styles and learn how to cut your assessment documentation time in half with Kelly’s templates and calculators you can apply to your documentation!</p> <p>Interested in listening to the entire workshop? You can catch the entire workshop HERE: medslpcollective.com/effectiveslp</p> <p>Kelly's productivity tips (00:00:56)<br /> Questioning the status quo (00:02:04)<br /> Advocacy and productivity (00:05:00)<br /> EMR and documentation systems (00:07:58)<br /> Scheduling and administrative time (00:13:38)<br /> Productivity and documentation (00:16:40)<br /> Documentation and Standardized Tests (00:18:05)<br /> Use of Smart Phrases and Templates (00:19:18)<br /> Simplifying Documentation and Perspective Taking (00:20:57)<br /> Point of Service Documentation (00:22:42)<br /> Balancing Patient Attention and Documentation (00:23:29)<br /> Automating Documentation (00:26:38)<br /> Overcoming Documentation Challenges (00:29:33)<br /> Continuing Education and Documentation (00:32:08)<br /> Productivity Killers and Self-Care (00:35:04)<br /> Dealing with Personal Challenges (00:36:40)<br /> Documentation Timelines and Grace Periods (00:37:51)<br /> Understanding Payer Policies (00:38:53)<br /> Importance of Root Cause Analysis (00:41:18)<br /> Maximizing Workload Efficiency (00:43:00)<br /> Customizing Documentation Templates (00:46:06)<br /> Self-Care and Grace (00:49:15)<br /> Controlling Response to Chaos (00:51:10)<br /> Workshop Conclusion and Resources (00:53:15)</p> <p>The post <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com/323-tips-tools-to-work-smarter-not-harder/">323 – Tips & Tools to Work Smarter, Not Harder</a> appeared first on <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com">Swallow Your Pride Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>Last month, the MedSLP Collective hosted a free four-day workshop to help medical SLPs accomplish more by doing less!</p> <p>This week, we’re going to share Day 2 of the workshop on the Swallow Your Pride podcast!</p> <p>Let’s face it, productivity can be a bit of a maze, with each facility and setting having its own unique calculations and expectations. But fear not, my friends, in today’s episode we’re breaking it all down. </p> <p>Tune in so you can hear Kristin Dolan, a seasoned speech pathologist with over two decades of experience under her belt, share her experiences and expertise. With a deep understanding of productivity from both the clinical and managerial perspectives, Kristin offers her wisdom on the inner workings of productivity in our field.</p> <p>Kristin and Theresa define the differences between productivity & efficiency, share 10 tips to improve your efficiency, and illustrate how you can map out your workdays with the help of a free productivity calculator. </p> <p>From deciphering productivity formulas to exploring strategies for efficiency and effectiveness, we’re on a mission to demystify the process and empower you to thrive in your role.</p> <p>Interested in listening to the entire workshop? You can catch the entire workshop HERE: medslpcollective.com/effectiveslp</p> <p>Timestamps:</p> <p>Understanding Productivity (00:00:00)<br /> Accessing Workshop Recordings (00:00:59)<br /> Highlighting Productivity Tips (00:02:15)<br /> Leadership and Teamwork Method (00:03:26)<br /> Discussion on Productivity (00:06:20)<br /> Understanding Productivity and Efficiency (00:09:32)<br /> Empowering Therapists (00:13:51)<br /> Value-Based Systems (00:19:51)<br /> Understanding Productivity Calculation (00:22:46)<br /> Efficiency in Patient Treatment (00:23:30)<br /> Adapting to Patient Needs (00:25:37)<br /> Challenging Productivity Expectations (00:29:21)<br /> Differentiating Managers and Leaders (00:31:43)<br /> Understanding RVUs in Productivity (00:34:22)<br /> Maximizing Efficiency with RVUs (00:38:35)<br /> Tools for Efficient Documentation (00:41:12)<br /> Balancing Efficiency and Quality in Documentation (00:43:35)<br /> The importance of taking time to review repetitive tasks (00:45:35)<br /> Improving department effectiveness (00:46:04)<br /> Utilizing downtime forms for concise documentation (00:47:27)<br /> Reducing decision fatigue and time management (00:49:39)<br /> Delegating tasks and setting priorities (00:50:02)<br /> Analyzing time usage and efficiency (00:54:48)<br /> Understanding productivity calculations and advocating for change (00:55:20)<br /> Managing non-billable but required activities (00:57:31)<br /> Efficiency tools and resources (01:00:07)<br /> MetaSLP Collective membership and support (01:03:14)</p> <p>The post <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com/322-understanding-calculating-productivity-vs-efficiency/">322 – Understanding & Calculating Productivity vs. Efficiency</a> appeared first on <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com">Swallow Your Pride Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>You’ve heard “qualified” SLP….<br /> You’ve heard “seasoned” SLP…<br /> But what does it mean to be an “effective” SLP, particularly in the medical space?The truth is: as a medical SLP, you have more power over your productivity than you think.Speech-language pathologist, clinical mentor, and rehabilitation program development specialist, Lysa Johnson, returns to the Swallow Your Pride podcast to join Theresa in discussing a word not too many medical SLPs enjoy: productivity.The pair define, dissect, and discuss what productivity means and how to better control it (instead of letting IT control YOU). So, let’s figure out what productivity means for you, your facility, and maybe even the future of speech pathology.Remember, defining productivity isn’t just about numbers; it’s about setting the stage for change. Whether it’s redefining productivity or just finding better ways to measure success, let’s do it together, one conversation at a time.</p> <p>Get the show notes for this episode her: https://syppodcast.com/320</p> <p>Timestamps</p> <p>The definition of productivity (00:03:30) <br /> Challenges with productivity (00:04:23) <br /> The impact of productivity in different settings (00:05:59) <br /> Understanding pure productivity (00:08:48) <br /> Nuances of productivity (00:16:29) <br /> Defining billable and non-billable time (00:21:15) <br /> The importance of patient screens (00:23:07) <br /> Understanding productivity and reimbursement meetings (00:24:36) <br /> Ethical billing practices and productivity (00:26:04) <br /> The necessity of therapy screens (00:27:54) <br /> Non-billable but required tasks (00:32:01) <br /> Unethical practices and fraudulent services (00:34:04) <br /> Role of speech pathologists in skilled nursing facilities (00:40:56) <br /> Compliance with labor laws and ethical practices (00:43:11) <br /> Understanding the rules and regulations (00:46:36) <br /> Challenges in justifying non-billable time (00:50:12) <br /> The importance of starting somewhere (00:50:21) <br /> Ethical concerns and resources (00:51:27) <br /> Seeking support and resources (00:52:20) <br /> Interview questions and facility assessment (00:55:46) <br /> Advocating for change and future generations (00:56:54) <br /> New CPT codes for family and caregiver training (00:57:57) <br /> Membership and support for speech-language pathologists (01:00:59) <br /> Accommodations and onboarding for learning differences (01:07:31) <br /> Continuing education and resources (01:08:39) </p> <p>The post <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com/321-the-effective-slp-productivity-streamlining-success/">321 – The Effective SLP: Productivity & Streamlining Success</a> appeared first on <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com">Swallow Your Pride Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>Wondering how to start a medical career with your SLP graduate degree?</p> <p>Get ready for an episode packed with wisdom and inspiration as Theresa sits down with Chanelle Tignor, M.S., CCC-SLP, discussing her journey from graduate school to her medical career. </p> <p>Theresa and Chanelle walk you through the importance of exploring different settings, diving into resources beyond the classroom (helllooo internet!), and remaining curious to learn from your patients and research.</p> <p>You’ll also get to hear about Chanelle’s future goals and how she aims to own her own practice and mentor the next generation of SLPs. </p> <p>Timestamps:</p> <p>Getting into Graduate School (00:02:26)<br /> Exploring Different Settings (00:01:16)<br /> Importance of Open-mindedness (00:07:15)<br /> Research and Observation (00:09:45)<br /> On-the-Job Learning (00:12:09)<br /> The networking journey (17:58)<br /> Importance of networking (19:08)<br /> Challenges in graduate school (24:42)<br /> Self-study and preceptorship (29:23)<br /> Passion for the profession (32:04)<br /> Finding Passion and Drive (00:34:10)<br /> Career Aspirations (00:35:29)<br /> Gap in Early Intervention (00:38:25)<br /> Standing Out in the Medical Field (00:40:49)<br /> Continuous Learning and Growth (00:46:50)</p> <p>The post <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com/becoming-a-medical-slp-with-chanelle-tignor/">320 – Becoming A Medical SLP with Chanelle Tignor</a> appeared first on <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com">Swallow Your Pride Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>Adding, subtracting, dividing...we interact with math and numbers on a daily basis.It's more than just algebra skills. Even understanding which price is higher or lower than others is a part of our numeric duties. And SLPs have an important role in helping those with stroke or head injury improve their calculation skills.Which is why I'm SO excited to have Brett McCardel, PhD, SLP on today’s episode of the Swallow Your Pride Podcast!We’re diving deep into a topic that’s often overlooked in clinical discourse…Acalculia.In this episode, we discuss:</p> <p>The historical context of acalculia<br /> Acalculia’s context & classification<br /> Assessment tools & treatments for acalculia<br /> The complex nuances and implications for daily functioning with acalculia<br /> The intersection of neuroscience, clinical practice, & patient-centered care<br /> Tune in today! </p> <p>Get the show notes for this episode here! https://syppodcast.com/319</p> <p>Timestamps:</p> <p>Aphasia Rehabilitation Approach (00:03:07)<br /> Neuroanatomy and Functional Mechanism (00:04:55)<br /> Introduction to Acalculia (00:06:42)<br /> Symptoms and Numerical Format (00:08:19)<br /> Interest in Acalculia (00:10:23)<br /> Impact on Quality of Life (00:11:44)<br /> Relationship Between Math and Language (00:14:56)<br /> History and Classification of Acalculia (00:19:12)<br /> The classifications of acalculia (00:23:20)<br /> The impact of acalculia on quality of life (00:26:01)<br /> Assessment objectives for acalculia (00:28:17)<br /> Patient experience with acalculia (00:29:23)<br /> Models for conceptualizing acalculia (00:27:03)<br /> Treatment approaches for acalculia (00:38:02)<br /> Conclusion and call to action (00:43:18)</p> <p>The post <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com/319-moving-from-words-to-numbers-what-slps-should-know-about-acalculia/">319 – Moving From Words to Numbers: What SLPs Should Know About Acalculia</a> appeared first on <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com">Swallow Your Pride Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>Oral care has taken on a life of its own in the SLP world, and with good reason! We now know more than ever the importance of good oral hygiene and its impact on health - especially for people with dysphagia.But what can you actually do to move the needle in your facility so patient oral care is a higher priority? Particularly when it comes to preventing non-ventilator hospital-acquired pneumonia (NVHAP).Dr. Erin McCarthy is here to talk all about that in this week’s episode of the Swallow Your Pride Podcast!</p> <p>Dr. McCarthy, with over 26 years of experience as an SLP specializing in swallowing disorders, shares her journey from working in acute inpatient settings to establishing her own private practice and spearheading initiatives to improve patient care outcomes. She opens up and shares her project on oral care, highlighting the alarming trend of inadequate oral hygiene among hospitalized patients and the subsequent development of NVHAP.Ready to learn about oral health initiatives and spark a healthy change in your facility?Tune in to this week’s discussion to hear what Dr. McCarthy has to say about it!</p> <p>Get the show notes for this episode here : https://syppodcast.com/318</p> <p>The post <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com/318-the-slps-role-in-oral-health-initiatives-something-to-flap-your-gums-about/">318 – The SLP’s Role in Oral Health Initiatives: Something to Flap Your Gums About</a> appeared first on <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com">Swallow Your Pride Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>Have you ever worked with a patient with swallowing difficulties post anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) surgery?</p> <p>Or maybe you've noticed surgeons don't even acknowledge the implications ACDF surgery can have on swallowing…..</p> <p>Medical SLP and NYU doctoral student in the Swallow Research Lab, Brynn Jones-Restelli, opens up the conversation to this tricky population on this week's episode of the Swallow Your Pride Podcast!Brynn walks us through a general overview of ACDF surgery, its nutritional implications, what we can expect to see as "normal abnormalities" post-ACDF surgery, and how to optimize post-surgical outcomes.</p> <p>You'll also get to hear about her current research and how she aims to characterize changes in swallowing associated with spinal disease and following spinal surgery.Ready to learn the ABCs of ACDF surgery and dysphagia?</p> <p>Tune in to this week’s discussion and see what Brynn has to share about it!</p> <p>Get the show notes for this episode here : https://syppodcast.com/317</p> <p>The post <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com/317-the-abcs-of-acdf-surgery-and-dysphagia/">317 – The ABCs of ACDF Surgery and Dysphagia</a> appeared first on <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com">Swallow Your Pride Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>Curious about how effective collaboration between dentists and SLPs will enhance advocacy and optimize patient care? </p> <p>Sara Davis and Sara Charney discuss their collaboration and the unique topic of speech pathology’s relationship with dentistry, in today’s episode. Sara Davis is a specialist in voice, swallowing, head and neck cancer, & airway disorders, and the founder of VoxFit. Working at Mayo Clinic in Arizona and living in Baltimore, Sara Charney specializes in voice and swallowing disorders, particularly pertaining to head and neck cancer.</p> <p>Sara & Sara guide the conversation through the birth of the idea of collaborating with dentists, the importance of collaborations, developing a collaborative model, research supporting collaboration, and advocacy & future plans. Join Theresa, Sara, & Sara as they navigate this uncharted territory, paving the way for a future where interdisciplinary collaboration is the norm, not the exception.</p> <p>Oh, and get ready to feel a surge of inspiration!</p> <p>Get the show notes for this episode here! https://syppodcast.com/316</p> <p>The post <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com/all-things-dentistry-bridging-the-gap-between-slps-and-dental-professionals/">316. All Things Dentistry: Bridging the Gap Between SLPs and Dental Professionals</a> appeared first on <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com">Swallow Your Pride Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>Are you frustrated with dreading productivity expectations at your facility? Or maybe you are fed up with feeling like you are constantly battling the clock…. This episode encourages you to reclaim productivity in your favor and your patients!</p> <p>In this episode of the Swallow Your Pride Podcast, have a conversation with Theresa Richard MA CCC-SLP, BCS-S and her fellow colleague, Lysa Johnson, who is a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP), Clinical Mentor, and Rehabilitation Program Development Specialist.<br /> Lysa explains her personal experience with new documentation for caregiver training and Medicare changes, and Theresa advocates for self-education and effective communication, as crucial steps to overcoming productivity challenges. This episode is inspirational for providers and patients, alike!</p> <p>Listen, learn, and let’s revolutionize the way we view and handle productivity in speech-language pathology together.</p> <p>Don’t miss out on the FREE virtual workshop, starting February 19, with specialized training continuing the conversation of improving your productivity, as a MedSLP! Message “PRODUCTIVITY” to Theresa’s Instagram or visit the MedSLP Collective website to learn more and register.</p> <p>https://syppodcast.com/315</p> <p>The post <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com/315-transforming-productivity-from-dreaded-to-advantageous/">315 – Transforming Productivity: From Dreaded to Advantageous</a> appeared first on <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com">Swallow Your Pride Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>Productivity is one of those words that can leave a bad taste in your mouth, but why is that?</p> <p>In most cases, as medical SLPs, it’s because we don’t have much control over how productivity works.</p> <p>Or do we?</p> <p>Laura McWilliams M.S. CCC-SLP, BCS-S is back on the Swallow Your Pride Podcast to guide you on how to redefine productivity and efficiency at your job. She’ll walk you through maximizing resources, advocating for productivity improvements, embracing (and creating) automation, and adding value to healthcare institutions through interprofessional collaboration. </p> <p>Ready to change the productivity game? Tune in!</p> <p>P.S. Laura will be joining us during my free four-day workshop, which I’m calling The Effective MedSLP: Productivity Updates and Streamlining Success. You can check it out at https://info.medslpcollective.com/the-effective-slp-workshop/ (and download your free Productivity Playbook!)</p> <p>Get the show notes to this episode at: https://syppodcast.com/314</p> <p>Timestamps:<br /> Attaching Healthcare Quality Indicators (00:00:00)<br /> Redefining Productivity as Efficiency (00:02:01)<br /> Efficiency in Speech Pathology (00:04:21)<br /> Maximizing Services and Resources (00:08:04)<br /> Change Management and Communication (00:11:01)<br /> Adding Value to Healthcare Institutions (00:17:00)<br /> Interprofessional Collaboration (00:22:55)<br /> Automating decision making (00:24:03)<br /> Aligning with facility goals (00:25:15)<br /> Speech therapists as project managers (00:26:03)<br /> Addressing resistance and inconsistent practice (00:28:14)<br /> Efficiency in documentation and tools (00:30:52)<br /> Understanding productivity metrics (00:34:42)<br /> Differentiating between managers and leaders (00:38:14)<br /> Embracing visionaries and integrators (00:40:19)<br /> Marketing speech pathology services (00:43:44)<br /> Utilizing IT for data tracking (00:45:40)<br /> Therapy Hamster Wheel (00:47:02)<br /> Rising to Accreditation (00:47:23)<br /> Depth of Productivity (00:48:11)</p> <p>The post <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com/314-you-can-automate-that-productivity-and-efficiency-power-moves-for-medslps/">314 – You Can Automate That: Productivity and Efficiency Power Moves for MedSLPs</a> appeared first on <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com">Swallow Your Pride Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>From educating restaurant staff to bringing recipes to support groups, it’s important to humanize dysphagia care. </p> <p>And when it comes to fostering that approach with the head and neck cancer population, Theresa Yao, SLPD, MEd, MS, CCC-SLP will be the first to speak up!</p> <p>Tune into this week’s episode of the Swallow Your Pride Podcast podcast to explore a holistic approach to managing dysphagia. Going beyond the bedside, Theresa shares the importance of considering personal factors, environment, and social participation alongside the swallowing impairment itself. </p> <p>What does it mean to create a dysphagia-friendly community? How can you advocate for it? What extra steps can you take to help your patients with head and neck cancer - or dysphagia in general - feel more empowered? </p> <p>Grab your notepad and prepare to get inspired. You won’t want to miss this!</p> <p>Get the show notes for this episode here: https://syppodcast.com/313</p> <p>Timestamps:</p> <p>Theresa Yao's background (00:01:21)<br /> The journey to voice and swallowing disorders (00:02:05)<br /> The importance of a whole-person approach (00:05:51)<br /> The whole person approach to dysphagia (00:06:51)<br /> Viewing patients as whole persons (00:08:51)<br /> The impact of dysphagia on social interactions (00:10:13)<br /> Involving patients in treatment planning (00:12:14)<br /> Creating dysphagia-friendly environments (00:15:58)<br /> The role of support groups in dysphagia management (00:17:55)<br /> The support group and patient empowerment (00:18:44)<br /> Support group advocacy and volunteer efforts (00:20:50)<br /> Community outreach and resources (00:21:57)<br /> Benefits of support groups for clinicians (00:25:14)<br /> Community engagement and awareness (00:27:06)<br /> Multidisciplinary team approach (00:28:28)<br /> Patient-reported outcome measures and quality of life assessment (00:30:44)<br /> Whole person approach and qualitative research (00:33:29)</p> <p>The post <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com/313-the-human-behind-the-dysphagia-a-holistic-approach-for-head-and-neck-cancer-patients/">313 – The Human Behind the Dysphagia: A Holistic Approach for Head and Neck Cancer Patients</a> appeared first on <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com">Swallow Your Pride Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>Have you ever wondered how much you can actually do as an SLP when it comes to dementia care?</p> <p>One of the most common misconceptions about dementia care in general is that not much can be done. It’s a progressive disease after all, right?</p> <p>This is where medical SLPs can shine, and Adria Thompson, MA, CCC-SLP is here to talk about it! Adria is a dementia consultant who teamed up with an OT to create a dementia program and traveled around to different facilities to teach this program.</p> <p>In this week’s episode of the Swallow Your Pride Podcast, Theresa and Adria explore the importance of understanding dementia stages and supporting caregivers. They address misconceptions about therapy for patients with dementia and cover recent changes in billing that allow for caregiver training without the patient present, including the potential for caregivers to receive financial support for their services. </p> <p>If you support individuals with dementia and their caregivers in any capacity, you won’t want to miss this episode!</p> <p>Get the show notes at: https://syppodcast.com/312</p> <p>Timestamps:</p> <p>The need for better dementia care (00:02:36)<br /> The role of speech therapists in dementia care (00:07:01)<br /> Understanding dementia staging (00:10:10)<br /> Caregiver support and collaboration (00:14:27)<br /> Challenges of caregiver role (00:19:01)<br /> Therapist-patient communication (00:19:22)<br /> Billing for caregiver time (00:21:25)<br /> Caregiver payment and reimbursement (00:23:09)<br /> Medicare and Medicaid services program (00:24:54)<br /> Support for caregivers (00:25:18)<br /> Speech-language pathologists in hygiene ADLs (00:27:19)<br /> Communication issues in hygiene ADLs (00:29:06)<br /> Training and competence for SLPs (00:32:07)<br /> Communication intervention in hygiene ADLs (00:33:49)<br /> Challenges and learning experiences (00:36:27)<br /> Role of SLPs in caregiving (00:37:09)<br /> Therapist Collaboration (00:37:22)<br /> Collaborative Care (00:40:20)<br /> Specialization Communication (00:42:26)<br /> Encouraging Learning (00:44:07)</p> <p>The post <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com/312-navigating-dementia-care-as-an-slp-tips-and-insights-from-a-dementia-consultant/">312 – Navigating Dementia Care as an SLP: Tips and Insights from a Dementia Consultant</a> appeared first on <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com">Swallow Your Pride Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>“Wherever you're working, whatever setting you're working in, whatever profession you are, if you're working with humans, you should be trauma-informed.”</p> <p>Rachel Archambault, MA, CCC-SLP dropped ALL the mics within the first three minutes of our discussion in today’s episode of the Swallow Your Pride Podcast!</p> <p>Trauma-informed care, empathy, and just the human touch are all crucial in our profession, but there’s an obvious tension between meeting productivity standards and providing this level of care. It’s palpable. Does our current productivity model harm the quality of care we can provide?</p> <p>What does trauma-informed care look like, and what can we actually do to make it work without stressing over time-based codes and RVUs?</p> <p>Tune in to this week’s discussion and see what Rachel has to say about it and join her call to action!</p> <p>Get the show notes: https://syppodcast.com/311<br /> Timestamps:</p> <p>Introduction (00:00:02)<br /> Discovering Trauma-Informed Care (00:01:33)<br /> Challenges in Implementing Trauma-Informed Care (00:04:23)<br /> Advocating for Change (00:06:01)<br /> Impact of Trauma-Informed Care (00:09:14)<br /> Six Pillars of Trauma-Informed Care (00:13:35)<br /> Looking at the conversation through a trauma-informed lens (00:14:15)<br /> Trust and transparency in provider relationships (00:15:23)<br /> Fostering trust and transparency with clients (00:16:58)<br /> Peer support, collaboration, and mutuality (00:17:26)<br /> Empowerment, voice, and choice in therapy (00:20:21)<br /> Consideration of cultural, historical, and gender issues (00:23:09)<br /> Personal experiences with trauma-informed care (00:24:50)<br /> Trauma-informed care (00:28:03)<br /> Cultural and religious considerations (00:29:33)<br /> Resources for trauma-informed care (00:31:38)<br /> Training and implementation (00:34:14)<br /> Connect with Rachel (00:35:38)</p> <p>The post <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com/311-compassion-over-metrics-prioritizing-trauma-informed-care-as-medical-slps/">311 – Compassion Over Metrics: Prioritizing Trauma-Informed Care as Medical SLPs</a> appeared first on <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com">Swallow Your Pride Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>Raise your hand if you’ve ever received orders to see a patient with head and neck cancer AFTER they’ve started (or completed) radiation and/or surgery.</p> <p>A million times yes.</p> <p>It’s one of those common cases where speech-language pathology is an afterthought.</p> <p>But in reality, we should be brought into the discussion before any treatment begins!</p> <p>Katie Moore is all too familiar with this, which is why she passionately advocated for a head and neck cancer program in her department AND for specialized training to address complex impairments (like post-radiation fibrosis and lymphedema.)</p> <p>Tune in to this week’s episode of The Swallow Your Pride Podcast to hear how Katie implemented a new program and rallied for support for SLPs to achieve the level of training they deserve.</p> <p>Oh, and get ready to feel a surge of inspiration!</p> <p>Download the show notes at: https://syppodcast.com/310</p> <p>Timestamps:</p> <p>Challenges in Healthcare Administration (00:02:01)<br /> Implementing Speech Therapy Services (00:03:21)<br /> Advocating for Inclusion (00:05:32)<br /> Self-Initiative and Research (00:08:06)<br /> Building Trust and Collaboration (00:11:42)<br /> Continuing Education and Funding (00:13:24)<br /> Advocating for Specific Training (00:14:51)<br /> Navigating Financial Approvals (00:16:16)<br /> Understanding Business Administration (00:17:29)<br /> Calculating Results for Proposals (00:22:34)<br /> Patience and Career Trajectory (00:26:37)<br /> Foundation Funding and Program Development (00:28:34)<br /> Financial Assistance for Patients (00:29:17)<br /> Learning from Interdisciplinary Conversations (00:30:27)<br /> Challenges in Patient Care (00:31:23)<br /> Team Collaboration in Patient Care (00:32:40)<br /> Unforeseen Surgical Procedure (00:34:11)<br /> Overcoming Challenges in Patient Care (00:35:48)<br /> Culmination of Professional Journey (00:40:04)<br /> Final Thoughts on Professional Growth (00:40:37)</p> <p>The post <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com/310-no-longer-the-afterthought-developing-a-hnc-program-and-funding-for-specialized-training/">310 – No Longer the Afterthought: Developing a HNC program and funding for specialized training</a> appeared first on <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com">Swallow Your Pride Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>Imagine walking into a room where a team of physicians, physical therapists, and dietitians are sitting at the table discussing wound care.</p> <p>Would you pause and slowly back out the door, hoping no one noticed?</p> <p>Or would you pull up a seat at the table and join the discussion?</p> <p>Ashley Muñoz López not only pulls up a seat, but she builds a bigger table!</p> <p>In this episode of the Swallow Your Pride Podcast, host Theresa Richard and guest Ashley Muñoz López, MBA, MS, CCC-SLP, BCSS, discuss the importance of integrating speech-language pathology into the broader healthcare ecosystem. They focus on wound care prevention in the ICU, with Ashley sharing her experience of being nominated for a team quality and safety award for her efforts in this area.</p> <p>Tune into this episode to understand your roles as an SLP when it comes to preventing wounds in the ICU, interdisciplinary considerations, and HOW you can snag that seat at the wound care table.</p> <p>[powerpress]</p> <p>Get the show notes: https://sypodcast.com/309</p> <p>The award for team quality and safety (00:02:17)<br /> Speech therapy's role in preventing wounds in the ICU (00:03:39)<br /> Realizing the impact of SLPs on wound care (00:07:22)<br /> Collaborating with Other Professionals (00:11:03)<br /> Speech-Language Pathologists on Wound Care Teams (00:12:49)<br /> Using Innovative Approaches in Nutrition (00:14:18)<br /> The importance of a multidisciplinary approach (00:21:03)<br /> Addressing length of stay concerns (00:21:59)<br /> Advocating for a role in wound care teams (00:23:04)<br /> The award-winning wound care project (00:31:13)<br /> The importance of sharing achievements (00:32:10)<br /> Encouraging change in practice (00:32:38)</p> <p>The post <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com/309-from-bedside-to-bedsores-how-can-speech-therapy-help-prevent-wounds-in-the-icu/">309 – From Bedside to Bedsores: How Can Speech Therapy Help Prevent Wounds in the ICU?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com">Swallow Your Pride Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>You know when a patient complains about swallowing difficulty and you do an instrumental, but everything looks fine?</p> <p>Excuse my lack of eloquence here, but…what the heck?</p> <p>This is often referred to as functional dyspahgia, and in this week’s episode of The Swallow Your Pride Podcast, I had the absolute joy of talking about it with Jaimie Anderson MS, CCC-SLP, BC-ANCDS.</p> <p>Together we discuss the challenges that come with significant swallowing complaints that don’t align with swallow studies, what functional dysphagia is, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options. Jaimie even throws in an analogy to help us better understand this mystery.</p> <p>Tune in and let us know what you think!</p> <p>Get the show notes: https://syppodcast.com/307</p> <p>Timestamps:</p> <p>The challenges of diagnosing and treating patients with significant swallowing complaints (00:03:11)<br /> Introduction to functional dysphagia and its criteria (00:07:44)<br /> Excluding other potential causes of dysphagia before considering functional dysphagia (00:08:46)<br /> The challenges of limited treatment options (00:09:50)<br /> Diagnosing functional dysphagia (00:10:33)<br /> Inclusionary criteria for functional disorders (00:11:41)<br /> The challenges of diagnosing and treating patients with functional dysphagia (00:18:18)<br /> The importance of interdisciplinary collaboration in treating patients with functional dysphagia (00:19:45)<br /> The role of education and counseling in treating functional dysphagia (00:26:01)<br /> The software vs hardware analogy (00:26:49)<br /> Functional paralysis and neurological manifestations (00:28:15)<br /> Importance of education and counseling (00:31:49)<br /> The history of functional dysphagia (00:35:51)<br /> The challenges of diagnosing and treating dysphagia (00:37:09)<br /> Treatment options for functional dysphagia (00:39:47)<br /> The contact information and webinar announcement (00:44:58)</p> <p>The post <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com/307-the-curious-case-of-functional-dysphagia-what-to-do-when-the-swallow-looks-fine-but-doesnt-feel-fine/">307- The Curious Case of Functional Dysphagia: What to do when the swallow looks fine, but doesn’t feel fine.</a> appeared first on <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com">Swallow Your Pride Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>So you want to work in the NICU.</p> <p>First of all - cheers to that! You have a major goal to help some of the most fragile (but also resilient) tiny humans we can help, which is exciting and inspirational!</p> <p>But how the heck do you do it? What does the journey of a non-NICU SLP look like while becoming a NICU SLP?</p> <p>Khaki Brown, MS CCC-SLP, CNT is here to help!</p> <p>Khaki is an SLP and NICU infant feeding specialist who dedicates part of her time supporting new SLPs in their journey towards helping medically fragile infants through her business, Khaki Feeds Babies. In this episode of the Swallow Your Pride Podcast, you’ll learn about the challenges and rewards of working in the NICU, the importance of continuing education, and the significance of building relationships within the field.</p> <p>Brown shares her journey from wanting to be a teacher to becoming an SLP and provides tips for those interested in working in the NICU. This episode leans hard into the importance of self-learning, mentorship, and understanding the developmental needs of infants in the NICU.</p> <p>Get the show notes at: https://syppodcast.com/308</p> <p>Timestamps:</p> <p>Khaki's Journey to the NICU (00:02:27)<br /> Learning in the Externship (00:06:00)<br /> Tips for Getting into the NICU Setting (00:08:00)<br /> The importance of building connections with NICU professionals (00:09:18)<br /> Limited coursework on pediatric feeding in graduate programs (00:10:25)<br /> The multifaceted approach to feeding in the NICU (00:14:38)<br /> The importance of involving the entire team (00:17:58)<br /> Partnering with parents for feeding goals (00:19:12)<br /> Building rapport with nurses in the NICU (00:20:35)<br /> The importance of direct care in the NICU (00:27:32)<br /> Tips for breaking into the NICU (00:28:01)<br /> Closing remarks and call to action (00:28:17)</p> <p>The post <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com/308-becoming-a-nicu-slp-tips-strategies-suggestions-and-more-with-khaki-brown/">308 – Becoming a NICU SLP: Tips, Strategies, Suggestions, and More with Khaki Brown</a> appeared first on <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com">Swallow Your Pride Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>Calling all pediatric MedSLPs who want to grow their therapy skills!</p> <p>The FREE MedSLP Summit is just around the corner, and we’re dedicating an entire DAY to pediatric MedSLP therapy approaches on Sunday, December 3rd!</p> <p>Curious about myofunctional therapy? Want to improve your pediatric AAC skills? Maybe you want to see what MedSLPs are doing today for feeding therapy from NICU to toddlerhood (and beyond).</p> <p>Today’s Swallow Your Pride Podcast episode will introduce you to four of the speakers you’ll be learning from on Sunday! I’ve interviewed them in the past because I knew they were making massive impacts on our field, so today I’ll be replaying portions of those episodes.</p> <p>Get to know them a bit! Find out what they specialize in, what their experience has been like, and what they’ve been up to.</p> <p>Don’t forget to register for the FREE MedSLP Summit at www.medslpcollective.com/summit so you can absorb up to *seven* hours of pediatric medical SLP therapy brilliance!</p> <p>Go to https://syppodcast.com/306 to get the links to the full episodes of all these speakers.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com/306-look-whos-talking-part-2-get-to-know-some-of-our-pediatric-medslp-summit-speakers/">306 – Look Who’s Talking Part 2: Get to Know Some of Our Pediatric MedSLP Summit Speakers</a> appeared first on <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com">Swallow Your Pride Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>Pssst...did you know that the FREE MedSLP Summit is happening this weekend?</p> <p>It's online...up to 14 hours of education...and 100% dedicated to today's therapy approaches (the what, the how, the why, the wow). And YES, a recording WILL be available to catch the replay!</p> <p>But who the heck is speaking? What's their background? Are they like...cool and knowledgeable?</p> <p>Yes, yes, a thousand times yes!</p> <p>In today's episode of the Swallow Your Pride Podcast, I'm going to introduce you to 5 of the brilliant and kind MedSLPs who will be speaking for this weekend's MedSLP Summit. I'm bringing back clips from prior discussions I've had with them on the show so you can get a sneak peek into their background and their passion. Today's episode will focus on some of our adult-focused speakers who will be presenting on Saturday, December 2nd.</p> <p>You'll quickly learn why the MedSLP community loves them! Don't forget: you can grow your therapy skills with them this weekend when you register for the MedSLP Summit at https://medslpcollective.com/summit</p> <p>Visit https://syppodast.com/305 for full episode links to these podcasts.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com/305-look-whos-talking-a-blast-from-the-past-with-some-of-our-brilliant-summit-speakers/">305 – Look Who’s Talking: A Blast From the Past with Some of Our Brilliant Summit Speakers</a> appeared first on <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com">Swallow Your Pride Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>So you have a patient with dysphagia…what do you immediately start considering?</p> <p>Diagnosis…comorbidities…past medical history…past surgical history…current diet recs…</p> <p>☝️Those are the typical go-to “textbook” checklist items, but there are other incredibly important considerations that will affect how you evaluate and treat your patient. These considerations impact your clinical recommendations and what matters most to your patients - and they deserve to be honored.</p> <p>I’m talking about cultural and religious considerations in dysphagia - which is exactly what Michelle Weber Dehgan MA, CCC-SLP, BCS-S & Kiana Gardner MA, CCC-SLP dive into this on this week’s episode of the Swallow Your Pride Podcast!</p> <p>Together, we discuss the importance of cultural sensitivity in managing dysphagia. Michelle and Kiana highlight the significance of considering patients' cultural preferences, dietary restrictions, and access to food during evaluations and treatment recommendations. They share the results of a survey conducted among SLPs that highlight the challenges in accommodating nutritional preferences and religious and cultural beliefs.</p> <p>Tune in, take notes, and talk about what you learn with colleagues!</p> <p>Get the show notes at https://syppodcast.com/304</p> <p>The importance of considering cultural preferences (00:04:34)<br /> Considering access to food and alternative options (00:06:50)<br /> Considering allergies and dietary restrictions (00:07:52)<br /> The Cultural Acceptance of a Simple Food (00:08:55)<br /> Impact of Hospital Menus on Patient Preferences (00:10:25)<br /> Survey Results on Speech Pathologists' Practices (00:12:20)<br /> Fasting during Ramadan and cultural rituals (00:17:56)<br /> Food preferences and cultural barriers (00:19:11)<br /> Patient-centered approach and cultural humility (00:22:06)<br /> Assumptions and Perspective (00:28:59)<br /> The therapy scheduling challenge (00:36:56)<br /> Catering to different cultural groups and partnering with food nutrition corporations. (00:46:41)<br /> The psychological impact of not being able to honor cultural or religious practices in the hospital. (00:47:44)</p> <p>The post <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com/304-cultural-sensitivity-in-dysphagia-nourishing-patients-beyond-nutrition/">304 – Cultural Sensitivity in Dysphagia: Nourishing Patients Beyond Nutrition</a> appeared first on <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com">Swallow Your Pride Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>Is it ever “normal” for infants to cough during feeding?</p> <p>Does it make a difference whether they’re breastfed or bottle-fed?</p> <p>What should med SLPs actually understand and implement when it comes to infant feeding?</p> <p>Infant feeding and our role as med SLPs is one of my FAVORITE topics to discuss, and my heart practically did a break dance when I got to sit down with Katlyn McGrattan, PhD, CCC-SLP, to discuss THIS very topic!</p> <p>Katlyn is an SLP and a researcher at the University of Minnesota. She lives, eats, and breathes the world of pediatric feeding and swallowing (seriously, as a hobby, she and her husband are developing a medical device to better diagnose infant feeding goals).</p> <p>Tune in to this week’s episode of the Swallow Your Pride Podcast where Katlyn discusses research on infant feeding and swallowing disorders, the importance of understanding the physics behind milk flow, and what med SLPs should understand when it comes to working in this corner of our field!</p> <p>Get the shown notes at: https://syppodcast.com/303</p> <p>Timestamps</p> <p>The Normal Cough Study (00:02:05)<br /> Feeding Metrics of Healthy Term Babies (00:08:08)<br /> Comparison of Breastfed and Bottle-fed Infants (00:04:59)<br /> Immature Feeding and Stress Cues in Infants (00:09:58)<br /> Challenges in Identifying Normal Infant Feeding Behaviors (00:13:31)<br /> Hydrostatic Pressure and Milk Flow (00:19:49)<br /> Influence of Bottle Nipples on Milk Flow (00:22:44)<br /> Global Accessibility of Bottle Nipples (00:25:32)<br /> The Bottles and Nipples Dilemma (00:26:26)<br /> Research on Infant Swallowing in Spinal Muscular Atrophy (00:29:09)<br /> Non-Invasive Method to Evaluate Swallowing Integrity (00:34:32)<br /> The need for speech pathologists in neuromuscular clinics (00:35:24)<br /> The importance of training in working with pediatric populations (00:36:03)</p> <p>The post <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com/303-whats-considered-normal-in-infant-feeding-a-discussion-with-katlyn-mcgrattan/">303- What’s Considered “Normal” in Infant Feeding: A Discussion with Katlyn McGrattan.</a> appeared first on <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com">Swallow Your Pride Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>“I have a pretty controversial topic. I'm usually known for pushing the boundary a little bit.”</p> <p>☝️If there were ever a sequence of words that will make heads turn and ears perk, it’s THAT!</p> <p>Join me in this week’s episode of the Swallow Your Pride Podcast where I had the absolute honor of digging into SLP challenges, gray areas, and pushing the envelope in our field with Monica Lupo, M.A., CCC-SLP, TSSLD, CDP, LSVT-C, CLTS.</p> <p>Monica is the owner of Speak Your Legacy Inc., a private practice and mobile FEES business serving adults and pediatrics in New York. During this discussion, Monica challenges SLPs to ask themselves questions like…“Why do I practice the way I do?” and “How can I change what I’m doing?”</p> <p>Monica shares which hill she will die on, mobile FEES, and holes in our scope of practice (my head almost snapped with how hard I was nodding).</p> <p>Tune in and join the discussion!</p> <p>Get the show notes: https://syppodcast.com/302</p> <p>TIMESTAMPS:</p> <p>Challenging the current practices in speech-language pathology (00:02:10)<br /> The need for more research and mentorship in dysphagia (00:04:26)<br /> The Competency of Getting FEES Passes (00:09:14)<br /> The Blurred Scope of Practice and Lack of Guidance (00:10:59)<br /> The Need for FEES in the Home and Insurance Coverage (00:15:25)<br /> Advocacy for patient care (00:19:56)<br /> Considering comfort and preferences in choosing a scope (00:32:08)<br /> The debate on topical anesthetic and lubricants (00:39:08)<br /> Challenges and adaptability in FEES procedures (00:42:37)<br /> Collaboration and teamwork (00:46:22)<br /> Building networks and partnerships (00:49:54)<br /> The need for more mentors in the field (00:53:46)<br /> Challenges of accessing mentorship in remote areas (00:54:55)</p> <p>The post <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com/302-guidelines-gray-areas-and-gaping-holes-navigating-the-blurred-lines-in-medical-speech-language-pathology/">302 – Guidelines, Gray Areas, and Gaping Holes: Navigating the Blurred Lines in Medical Speech-Language Pathology</a> appeared first on <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com">Swallow Your Pride Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>While the early 2000s hailed power couples like Brangelina and Bennifer, I’m WAY more excited to shine the spotlight on the dynamic duo on today’s podcast episode 🤩</p> <p>Leon Daley M.A., CCC-SLP and Athanasia Svenning M.A., CCC-SLP are SLPs who specialize in dysphagia and operate a mobile FEES business together called Daley Dysphagia Diagnostics (while currently planning their wedding on top of it all!) </p> <p>Together we discuss their journey in starting their mobile fees business and the challenges they face in introducing fees as an alternative to video studies in hospitals. We get granular and discuss the challenges of navigating the business and insurance side of their practice, marketing as SLPs, and the need for continuous learning and collaboration in our field. </p> <p>Tune in to get inspired!</p> <p>Get the show notes at: https://syppodcast.com/301</p> <p>Starting the business and the challenges [00:03:09]<br /> Experience with fees and becoming advocates [00:06:19]<br /> Educating providers about fees [00:09:18]<br /> Challenges in getting contracts with doctors [00:11:19]<br /> Exclusive contracts as a roadblock [00:17:07]<br /> Navigating additional speech pathology services [00:20:44]<br /> The need for expanding services and reaching more patients [00:21:21]<br /> Collaboration and referral in private practice [00:23:29]<br /> The importance of food and community in dysphagia treatment [00:33:17]<br /> Presenting on burnout at ASHA conference [00:35:40]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com/navigating-the-challenges-of-a-mobile-fees-with-your-business-and-life-partner-athanasia-and-leons-journey/">301 – Navigating the Challenges of a Mobile FEES With Your Business (and Life) Partner: Athanasia and Leon’s Journey.</a> appeared first on <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com">Swallow Your Pride Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>Today we’re excited to bring to you the 300th episode of the Swallow Your Pride Podcast 🎉</p> <p>This week, Theresa Richard is bringing it back to the very reason this podcast came into existence 299 episodes ago: addressing the gap in dysphagia education and clinical practice.</p> <p>Timothy Stockdale is this week’s special guest to discuss these gaps, what’s being done about it, and what other med SLPs should consider when growing their knowledge and skills. Timothy is a medical SLP and the Director of Education and Business Enablement for Aspire Respiratory Products, and he provides us with excellent insights and words of wisdom for SLPs wanting to do what’s best for those with swallowing disorders.</p> <p>Tune in to dig deeper into dysphagia literature, patient autonomy, collaboration, holistic approaches to dysphagia therapy, respiratory muscle strength training, advocacy, and being vulnerable in our pursuit of knowing and doing better.</p> <p>Get the show notes: https://syppodcast.com/300</p> <p>Timestamps: <br /> The importance of understanding normal, functional, and disordered swallowing [00:06:03]<br /> Challenges in diagnosing dysphagia accurately [00:02:23]<br /> Taking a holistic approach to dysphagia management [00:05:40]<br /> The importance of patient-centered care [00:10:07]<br /> Challenges with traditional feeding therapy approaches [00:11:35]<br /> The need for collaborative conversations with patients [00:14:38]<br /> The importance of patient autonomy [00:19:06]<br /> The role of education in empowering patients [00:19:58]<br /> The need for a whole-body approach in dysphagia management [00:21:19]<br /> The importance of continual improvement [00:29:01]<br /> Vulnerability and authenticity in clinical practice [00:30:24]<br /> Advocating for instrumentals and understanding healthcare reimbursement [00:33:40]<br /> The importance of understanding cost and readmission rates [00:39:23]<br /> Advocating for better productivity in healthcare settings [00:42:33]<br /> Redefining productivity in speech-language pathology [00:45:14]<br /> The importance of terminology [00:47:54]<br /> Final thoughts on leadership and authenticity [00:49:00]<br /> Appreciation for spreading information [00:50:03]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com/300-bridging-the-gap-between-dysphagia-education-research-and-practice-the-ultimate-soapbox/">300 – Bridging the Gap Between Dysphagia Education, Research, and Practice: The Ultimate Soapbox</a> appeared first on <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com">Swallow Your Pride Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>Have you ever worked with an athlete or a young patient who fears exercise because it can trigger what feels like an asthma attack? Or maybe you’ve helped someone who feels like they can’t breathe when they smell a strong perfume or have acid reflux.</p> <p>Only none of this is asthma…it’s a form of airway-induced obstructions. </p> <p>In this podcast episode, Sara Davis, an SLP and the founder of Vox Fit discusses exercise-induced laryngeal obstruction (formerly known as vocal fold dysfunction/paradoxical vocal fold movement disorder) and inducible airway obstruction due to other triggers. She opens up about the impact of high stress and pressure on individuals with upper airway disorders and the importance of behavioral therapy in managing symptoms. </p> <p>Learn about the use of scopes for biofeedback, techniques for managing airway conditions, and the role of education and empowerment in helping patients understand and manage their symptoms. Understand the importance of tailoring breathing techniques to specific sports and activities and the need for individualized treatment.</p> <p>You’ll walk away from this episode with a greater understanding of airway-induced obstructions, desensitization training, and techniques for addressing exercise-induced laryngeal obstruction. </p> <p>Get the show notes and references: https://syppodcast.com/299</p> <p>Timestamps:</p> <p>The conference on upper airway disorders and conditions [00:01:09]<br /> Establishment of the Global Initiative for Inducible Laryngeal Obstruction (GLO) [00:02:22]<br /> Inducible laryngeal obstruction (ILO) and exercise-induced laryngeal obstruction (EILO) [00:05:01]<br /> The fear cycle and high stress [00:06:55]<br /> Importance of the first visit and education [00:08:07]<br /> Differentiating upper airway disorders from asthma [00:11:26]<br /> The role of scope for biofeedback teaching [00:13:31]<br /> Understanding the larynx as a gatekeeper [00:14:50]<br /> Teaching breathing techniques and gaining control over the airway [00:18:08]<br /> Establishing Triggers and Sensory Awareness [00:20:31]<br /> Managing Cough and Throat Clearing [00:21:36]<br /> Breathing Techniques for Vocal Fold Opening [00:22:43]<br /> Modifying breathing techniques for sports [00:27:53]<br /> Assessing exercise-induced condition [00:30:55]<br /> Desensitization training for triggers [00:33:32]<br /> Reducing sensory receptors in the larynx [00:35:35]<br /> Ellerby techniques for exercise-induced laryngeal obstruction [00:36:58]<br /> The importance of fullness and depth of breath [00:40:09]<br /> Breathing techniques during high-intensity exercise [00:41:17]<br /> The benefits of respiratory muscle trainers and nasal breathing [00:42:09]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com/299-airway-induced-obstructions-what-are-they-and-why-should-med-slps-know/">299 – Airway Induced Obstructions: What are they, and why should Med SLPs know?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com">Swallow Your Pride Podcast</a>.</p>

<p>On a scale of 1-10, how confident are you in your business skills as an SLP?</p> <p>What about your leadership skills?</p> <p>Whether it’s public speaking or knowing how to use an Excel spreadsheet, we should have a deeper understanding of business skills and healthcare leadership as SLPs. That’s exactly what Theresa Richard and Laura McWilliams dive into in today’s episode of the Swallow Your Pride Podcast!</p> <p>It’s easy for Med SLPs to have “clinical tunnel vision” when pursuing continuing education and professional development opportunities. But we shouldn't JUST focus on the clinical side of our career! Tune in to see what Laura’s unique experience with leadership as a med SLP has taught her and what you can do as a clinician tomorrow to begin building your own business leadership skills.</p> <p>Get the show notes with citations list at syppodcast.com/298</p> <p>The importance of expanding skills [00:02:05]<br /> The relevance of basic business tools [00:04:15]<br /> The value of business understanding [00:05:35]<br /> The importance of effective communication and collaboration [00:07:01]<br /> Understanding workplace culture and leveraging it for evidence-based practice [00:09:13]<br /> Creating a culture of collaboration and knowledge sharing [00:13:39]<br /> Establishing norms and culture [00:19:09]<br /> Working groups for standardized practice [00:21:19]<br /> Collaborative decision-making [00:22:02]<br /> The importance of time logistics [00:24:57]<br /> The role of project management and gap analysis [00:27:29]<br /> Broadening professional growth and encouraging innovation [00:29:07]<br /> The importance of partnerships in driving change [00:32:47]<br /> Assessing and improving team culture [00:34:02]<br /> Being the solution and changing the conversation [00:37:45]<br /> The importance of self-assessment and quarterly reflection [00:41:41]<br /> The value of culture and self-awareness in the workplace [00:42:26]<br /> Leaning into what feels right and supporting others [00:44:12]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com/298-what-should-slps-know-about-business-and-leadership-a-discussion-with-laura-mcwilliams/">298 – What Should SLPs Know About Business and Leadership? A Discussion with Laura McWilliams</a> appeared first on <a href="https://swallowyourpridepodcast.com">Swallow Your Pride Podcast</a>.</p>