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Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology Podcast165: MedConcerns app: Promoting Healthcare Equality for People with Aphasia Hilary Sample, MA, CCC-SLP and Steven Richman MDHilary and Steve join Leigh Ann on the podcast to discuss the development of the MedConcerns app to help healthcare providers and families overcome the challenges of understanding and meeting the medical needs and concerns of people with aphasia. The app creators share about the healthcare inequality that exists for people with aphasia due to lack of widespread use of effective communication supports, and a lack of training for healthcare providers on meeting unique communication needs. They discuss how this app was designed to increase access to healthcare for people with aphasia, while also reducing the communication challenge for...2023-10-301h 01Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology Podcast162: “My colleague said I can’t use PROMs” with Sarah Baar, MA, CCC-SLPPatient-Reported Outcome Measures (PROMs) are a powerful assessment and outcome measurement tool in a person-centered approach - but many SLPs are not yet using this tool. Leigh Ann and Sarah talk about how PROMs have been transformative in their clinical practice - and also how they’ve navigated conversations with colleagues who don’t think PROMs are part of best practice. PROMs provide SLPs a tool to measure all of the ways a person has been positively impacted through speech therapy. There are tons of resources to support use of PROMs, including research articles and Medicare standards. Check out the s...2023-10-0952 minSpeech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology Podcast161: Complex dysphagia in Outpatient Rehab with Carolyn Abraham, M.S., CCC-SLP, BCS-S, CLTCarolyn and Leigh Ann catch up about outpatient life and then Carolyn deep-dives into a day in the life of a SLP working in an Outpatient Neuro setting, treating complex dysphagia associated with various diagnoses including Head and Neck Cancer, Lung Transplant Recipients. Carolyn has carved out an exciting specialty in outpatient and demonstrates how there's always opportunities for growth as clinicians through various avenues! Check out Carolyn's fantastic resources in the show notes hosted at https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/161
2023-10-021h 07Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology Podcast160: Advocating Even When It’s Hard with Irine Chacko MS CCC-SLPAs SLPs, we need to advocate for our patients even when it’s hard. Irine Chacko joins Leigh Ann on the podcast to describe her experience during COVID-19 that changed her mindset and confidence in advocating and giving a voice to her patients. Irine was selected as the SLP for an acute rehab pilot program initiated at her hospital during COVID-19. Sixteen medically fragile COVID-19 patients between the ages of 40-70 joined the newly established unit from her hospital and neighboring hospitals. All the patients were on the ventilator with tracheostomy and PEG. These were patients in acute care fo...2023-09-2536 minSpeech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology Podcast159: Thinking Outside the Box: Increasing Students’ Confidence/Competence in Dysphagia Management at the Graduate Level with Ainsley S. Martin, MS, CCC-SLPAinsley Martin joins Leigh Ann on the podcast to discuss grad students and dysphagia preparedness. The majority of graduates from speech pathology graduate programs do not feel they are adequately prepared to manage dysphagia. This is often as a result of lack of clinical experience, limited educational and clinical instruction, and questionable supervision quality. Novel approaches to dysphagia education at the graduate level such as incorporating problem-based learning, providing opportunities for interprofessional education, the implementation of hands-on dysphagia labs, and partnering with clinicians in the community can help to make graduate students more competent and confident in dysphagia management...2023-09-181h 29Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology Podcast158: Understanding the Role of Lymphedema in Head and Neck Cancer with Brooke Beilman, MS, CCC-SLP, Clinical Doctorate StudentBrooke joins Leigh Ann on the podcast to discuss the role of lymphedema in acute and chronic issues faced by people with head and neck cancer. Topics include causation, prevalence, identification, and the role of the speech pathologist. Lymphedema is a chronic and progressive disease that is highly prevalent in people with head and neck cancer. Lymphedema has the potential to impact swallow function, breathing, communication, and more. Be sure to check out the show notes at https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/158
2023-09-1150 minSpeech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology Podcast157: Practicing at the Top of Your Scope in the SNF Setting and Dignifying Long-Term Care with Hannah Allen, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-SHannah and Leigh Ann discuss the bad rap SNFs get. Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) often have a negative stereotype and are considered a less prestigious setting of the Med SLP continuum of care. This artificial hierarchy of Med SLP practice limits our potential to provide high quality care in these settings if we feed into stereotypes. Just like any other Med SLP setting, there are challenges and great opportunities with plenty of room to practice at the top of your scope and provide high quality and evidenced based SLP intervention in a SNF. Hannah shares the story of how...2023-09-0447 minSpeech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology Podcast156: How to structure EBP for Patient Centered Success with Ingrid Desormes, MA SLPWhat does it mean to provide care in diverse spaces? Ingrid and Leigh Ann discuss what is possible for achieving outcomes in spaces not researched. Ingrid discusses the ‘how to’ of patient centered care while recognizing the limitations of the internal research. The #1 lesson is understanding that it’s ok to be an expert that continues to learn. Check out the show notes at https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/156
2023-08-2842 minSpeech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology Podcast155: Colorado Motor Speech Framework with Allison Hilger, PhD, CCC-SLPDr. Allison Hilger joins Leigh Ann to talk about the origin of the Colorado Motor Speech Framework and how to use it in clinical practice. Dr. Hilger also discusses current clinical issues in motor speech and thoughts on treatment goals. The CO Motor Speech Framework can be used to guide your observations during motor speech assessment and to obtain evidence for differential diagnosis. Motor speech disorder diagnosis is important for confirming current diagnoses or providing evidence for investigating other diagnoses. SLPs can diagnose Motor Speech Disorders but not the neurological area indicated; instead, we can say that the speech...2023-08-211h 16
The Accrescent: Bioenergetic HealingDr. Patrick Porter - Elevate Your Mind: How BrainTap Technology is Revolutionizing Brain Fitness and MeditationDr. Patrick Porter joins Host, Leigh Ann Lindsey, today to share how BrainTap is revolutionizing the brain fitness and meditation worlds. He explains how the BrainTap headset utilizes sound, light, frequency and vibration therapies to dramatically uplevel the benefits of meditation. He mentions multiple studies BrainTap have completed proving the physiological benefits of their technology and meditations. Interview LinksBrainTap Discount Code: 2211LALIArticle: What is EVOX?EVOX: Read EVOX TestimonialsWhere to Find My GuestWebsite: BrainTapConnect w/Me & Learn MoreWebsiteInstagramTiktokYoutube2023-07-141h 01Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology Podcast148: The One Thing: Access with Julie Fechter MS, CCC-SLPBuckle up for a wild ride on this week's conversation regarding access to education, tools, resources for speech and language pathologists. Julie is also interested in how this topic connects with why Leigh Ann took a break from podcasting for 9 months. Then we circle back to how paywalls impact who gets access resulting in disparities. Join us on a chaos-driven conversation about barriers to continuing education. Great resources in the show notes on https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/1482022-09-1946 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology Podcast139: Working Towards Expertise in Dysphagia Management with Rinki Varindani Desai, M.S.,CCC-SLP, CBIS, CDPRinki joins Leigh Ann to chat about education vs expertise, advocacy, and impact. Check out https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/139 for more info!2021-09-281h 02Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology Podcast137: Outpatient Swallow Diagnostics: Get the Whole Picture with Isabel Ramati, M.S., CCC-SLPIsabel Ramati joins Leigh Ann this week to discuss our role and responsibilities when conducting outpatient video swallow studies (may apply to FEES as well), how to obtain all relevant information needed for a comprehensive assessment, and factors to consider when making recommendations. Visit https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/137 to access resources, the discussion guide, and more tools for your SLP practice. 2021-09-1951 minSpeech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology Podcast133: From Textbooks to Clinician: A Look Back at Missteps of a Medical SLP with Shezena Shahid, M.S. CCC-SLP, S-LP (C)Shezena Shahid joins Leigh Ann to reflect on her top missteps as a new graduate entering the world of medical speech pathology after eight years of practice and ongoing growth. By sharing Shezena's learning experiences, she hopes to better prepare clinicians to avoid similar errors and navigate medical settings with confidence. Visit https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/133 to access the Discussion Guide and additional resources in the show notes.2021-08-1758 minSpeech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology Podcast128: The Student Becomes the Supervisor with Melissa Kurrle, MA, CCC-SLPThis week’s episode is a little different - Melissa interviews Leigh Ann on all things related to supervising graduate students during their clinical practicum. Back in the day, Melissa was Leigh Ann’s graduate student. And now, Melissa is preparing to take on her first graduate student. Check out the great resources Melissa complied for supervision and the discussion guide at https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/1282021-07-1342 min
SLP NerdcastCreating a Home Program for Mild Aphasia with Leigh Ann PorterGet .1 ASHA CEU hereEpisode Summary:Hey cog-com SLP’s, looking for an episode that’s just right? This one’s for you! This week, the talented, outpatient adult SLP and host of the Speech Uncensored podcast - Leigh Ann Porter-joins Kate to talk about modifying CARTs and spot on ARCS in the creation of home programs for patients with mild aphasia. I promise, it will all make sense when you listen-Leigh Ann does an awesome job explaining so that even Kate (and I) can understand (haha, a little peds SLP humor, this stuff starts out...2021-06-271h 00Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology Podcast125: Exploring Mindfulness, Attention, and Awareness in TBI Recovery with Dana M. Bryant, M.Ed, CCC-SLPDana M. Bryant joins Leigh Ann Porter on the podcast to discuss use of the Mindful Attention and Awareness Scale (MAAS) in her clinical care of patients with acquired brain injury (ABI) / traumatic brain injury (TBI). Dana explores the purpose and benefits of the scale, relevant research involving it, and implications of its use with patients who have experienced ABI/TBI. Visit the show notes for additional resources, articles, and the discussion guide at: https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/1252021-06-2145 minSpeech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology Podcast124: OT Guidance on Visual Processing for the SLP with Heidi Spain, OT/L, CSRS, NDTHeidi Spain joins Leigh Ann Porter this week to discuss the impact of vision on cognitive processes, the relationship between the vestibular system and vision, and how visual processing therapy addresses timing deficits. Visit the show notes for links, resources, and the discussion guide at https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/1242021-06-1659 minSpeech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology Podcast121: Cognitive Fatigue: Assessment & Management in Brain Injury with Katie Brown, MA, CCC-SLP, CBISHow many patients have you had that complain of “brain fog”? (If you work with TBI, probably countless!) This episode introduces speech pathologists to the common symptom of cognitive fatigue after brain injuries. Leigh Ann and guest, Katie Brown, discuss the basics of cognitive fatigue, assessment using patient-reported outcome measures, and how SLPs can help their patients to conserve and manage their cognitive energy in order to promote self-efficacy and improve quality of life. Visit the show notes for additional helpful resources and the discussion guide: https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/1212021-05-2549 minSpeech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology Podcast120: Getting Involved: The Benefits of ASHA SIG Affiliation with R. Jordan Hazelwood, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, BCS-S, CCREJoin Jordan Hazelwood, Rebecca Brown, and Leigh Ann Porter as they discuss ASHA Special Interest Groups (SIGs). SIGs provide a pathway to support networking, professional development, and advocacy for students, clinicians, and researchers. By getting involved in a SIG, professionals can mutually benefit from affiliation throughout their career. Visit the show notes for additional resources and the discussion guide: https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/1202021-05-1849 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 119: Swallowing Challenges after Cervical SCI with Michelle Dehgan, MA, CCC-SLP, BCS-SMichelle discusses etiologies, hardware, medication side effects, surgery complications, evaluation, and treatment for patients with dysphagia and cervical spinal cord injury.
Check out the show notes at: https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/1192021-05-1153 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 118: Accelerating the dissemination of SLP education with podcasts with Kate Grandbois, MS, CCC-SLP, BCBA, LABAKate joins Leigh Ann to unpack the role of podcasts as vehicles to deliver continuing education for busy SLPs. Kate covers inside information on the process of going from providing CMHs to ASHA CEUs for her podcast, SLPNerdcast, and the importance of getting exposed to continuing education outside of our field. Our conversation veers into soapbox territory (the best) and we discuss getting outside of our comfort zones, and the need for an increase in formal mentorship programs for our field. Listen in and catch the “informally informative” vibes.
Check out the show notes at: https://www.spee...2021-05-1048 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 117: Agraphia: An Introduction to Assessment and Treatment with Brett McCardel, MS, CCC-SLPAgraphia is an acquired impairment of writing that can manifest in a variety of writing challenges, ranging anywhere from writing single letters to writing text-length passages. In this talk, listeners will be introduced to a variety of assessment tools and treatment approaches they may consider using when working with clients with agraphia.2021-04-3059 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 116: Alexia: An Introduction to Assessment and Treatment with Brett McCardel, MS, CCC-SLPAlexia is an acquired impairment of reading that can manifest in a variety of reading challenges, ranging anywhere from identifying single letters to reading text-length passages. In this talk, listeners will be introduced to a variety of assessment tools and treatment approaches they may consider using when working with clients with alexia.2021-04-2358 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 115: The Hyperfunctional Voice: Evaluation and Treatment Modalities with Lynn Hawk, MA, CCC-SLPThis episode will provide a description of hyperfunctional voicing and its correlates, elements of voice evaluation and how to use that information to guide your intervention, and will provide examples of the various types of therapy available.2021-04-211h 53
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 114: The SLP Role in Supporting Clients’ Communication on Intimacy with Laura Wolford PhD, CCC-SLPIn this course, the speech-language pathologist’s role in supporting clients’ sexual and intimate communication is discussed. The reasons for difficulty in having conversations about sexuality are presented. Example cases where clients may benefit from SLP services to address intimacy and sexual communication are provided.2021-04-0544 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 113: Language Nutrition on the Rez with Joshuaa Allison-Burbank, PhD, CCC-SLPThis course addresses the work of providing culturally responsive resources to support the linguistic and cultural needs of children and adolescents of the Navajo Nation. Born out of the unique challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic, Books for Diné Bikéyah is a community intervention project that provides books by Diné authors to Diné children.2021-03-301h 02
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 112: Graduate Placements and Medical Clinical Fellowships During the COVID-19 Pandemic with Alicia S. Smalls, MPH, Caris Giessler, BA and Rachel Mooneyham, MA, CF-SLPThis course explores the challenges and uncertainties that graduate students and clinical fellows have encountered during the COVID-19 pandemic. We will explore the value of self-advocacy in relation to PPE, the negotiation of pay and benefits, as well as exploring new educational experiences that will effectively help build confidence in our ability as new clinicians to treat patients in medical settings in the midst of this worldwide health crisis.2021-03-241h 02
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 111: Pediatric Dysphagia: Assessment and Management with Kaitlin Brown, SLPD, CCC-SLPDo you feel confident in the evaluation and treatment of pediatric feeding and swallowing disorders? Whether you’re just starting out or if you’ve been seeing feeding and swallowing clients for years this course will provide you the necessary tools to effectively complete an evaluation and deliver efficient and appropriate treatment methods. This course will review different tools and methods based on evidence-based research to serve pediatric feeding and swallowing clients.2021-03-191h 57
Health Careers With Dr. MarnA Typical Day In The Life Of An SLP With Leigh Ann Porter In the medical field, Speech and Language Pathology is a relatively young profession. Starting out as elocutionists, the field has grown dramatically since then. SLPs address language, voice, swallowing, and cognition or thinking skills from cradle to grave. In today’s episode, Richard Marn, MD brings on Leigh Ann Porter, a speech and language pathologist who primarily works with adults in the hospital setting. Leigh Ann explains the purpose they serve in healthcare. She also describes a typical day in the life of an SLP and talks about some misconceptions people have of her profession. 2021-03-1741 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 110: Pediatric Dysphagia: Hallmarks and Red Flags with Kaitlin Brown, SLPD, CCC-SLPHave you had a pediatric patient with swallowing difficulties and during the evaluation they present with multiple diagnoses and symptoms? Starting with anatomy and physiology of the swallowing mechanism in pediatric patients (infants, toddlers, and children), this course prepares you to identify red flags and complete differential diagnosis of complex and multifaceted presentations of pediatric dysphagia.2021-03-132h 00
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 109: Know Your Worth: Starting Points in Salary Negotiation for SLPs with Sara Newman, MA, CCC-SLPWhile salary negotiation practices vary and are multifactorial, not advocating for a higher income can produce long-term financial barriers and perpetuate harmful infrastructures. Participants in this course will learn more about common salary negotiation pitfalls and why self-advocacy is an essential part of any interview process. Concrete tools and approaches to negotiation will be discussed.2021-03-021h 07
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 108: The Joys of Working in Long Term Care as a Speech and Language Pathologist with Elyse Matson, MA, CCC-SLPThis course will discuss the job functions of the SLP in a skilled nursing facility as a member of the rehab team, the Interdisciplinary team, staff educator, and advocate. Additionally, common misconceptions of working in long term care will be addressed with a review of the benefits. For example, flexibility, autonomy in the facility, and building your own caseload are a few of the benefits discussed.2021-02-231h 04
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 107: Discourse Treatment in Aphasia Therapy: Attentive Reading Constrained Summarization (ARCS) with Yvonne Rogalski, PhD, CCC-SLPThis course introduces an aphasia treatment that uses reading and verbally summarizing text to improve discourse. Attentive Reading Constrained Summarization (ARCS) improves informativeness, efficiency, and topic maintenance in conversation.2021-02-091h 03
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 106: The Use of Complementary Health Approaches in Rehab with Brittany Ferri, MS, OTR/L, CPRPComplementary health approaches (CHAs) can expand a provider’s ability to address mental health across patient populations. Because CHAs vary in effectiveness and reliability, this course will address some typical pitfalls and provide tips to discern effective CHAs from lesser ones.2021-02-041h 01
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 105: Burn 201: Inhalation Injury and the SLP Perspective with Lisa Treviso-Jones, MS, CCC-SLPThis course will discuss the impact of inhalation injury on dysphagia from the perspective of a speech language pathologist. The evaluation of inhalation injuries and the treatment of hypertrophic scars in the acute stages of recovery will be covered.2021-01-2656 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 104: The FOURC Model: Building Collaborative Goals in Aphasia Therapy with Katarina Haley, PhD, CCC-SLPGuest: Katarina Haley, PhD, CCC-SLP - This course aimed to introduce participants to the FOURC model (Four Cs - choose, create, collaborate, complete). FOURC was created for clinical implementation and involved established outpatient clinics in the research behind the publication. The research behind the model was explained, along with key features and the implementation of the model in clinical practice.2021-01-1954 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology Podcast103: Path to Certified Brain Injury Specialist with Marie Severson, MS, CCC-SLP, CBIJoin Marie and Leigh Ann as they talk all things CBIS: Certified Brain Injury Specialist. Marie has completed the process of becoming credentialed and shares her journey.
Check out the show notes at: https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/1032021-01-121h 02
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 102: Sensory Strategies for Learning & Motivation with Brittany Ferri | MS, OTR/L, CPRPGuest: Brittany Ferri | MS, OTR/L, CPRP - The senses play a large part in how individuals perceive the world, but also how they react to it. If your patients do not have a way to regulate this sensory input, they will struggle to attend to any type of treatment you provide. Learn the basics of each sensory system and how to indirectly improve patients’ motivation, enhance learning, and increase their skill carryover to the outside world.2021-01-0755 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 101: Pt 2: Deep Dive into End of Life Care for the SLP with Amanda Stead, PhD, CCC-SLPToday’s episode features Dr. Amanda Stead on the topic of end of life care and the Speech Language Pathologist. I am so pleased to share the audio from the two hour live ASHA CEU with SpeechTherapyPD.com. If you missed the live event, you can access the video recording (plus slideshow) with your SpeechTherapyPD.com basic or premium membership. Today’s episode is the second half of a two hour CEU. n this episode, Dr. Stead discusses advanced directives and challenges related to end of life care. She answers questions from the CEU participants and advocates for involvement in h...2020-12-291h 01
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 100: Deep Dive into End of Life Care for the SLP with Amanda Stead, PhD, CCC-SLPToday’s episode features Dr. Amanda Stead on the topic of end of life care and the Speech Language Pathologist. I am so pleased to share the audio from the two hour live ASHA CEU with SpeechTherapyPD.com. If you missed the live event, you can access the video recording (plus slideshow) with your SpeechTherapyPD.com basic or premium membership. Today’s episode is the first half of a two hour CEU. In this episode, Dr. Stead discusses the importance of understanding grief and using counseling skills. She unpacks what to expect when working with those actively grieving and prov...2020-12-2256 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 99: Equipping Your Therapy Sessions: Part 2 of Parkinson’s and What You Should Know with Hannah Grassie, MS, CCC-SLPThere are many approaches to being an effective therapist when treating specialized populations. “Equipping Your Therapy Sessions: Parkinson’s and What You Should Know” outlines novelties in evaluating and treating Parkinson’s disease (PD) that will increase your confidence and understanding of the Parkinson’s Disease (PD) population. During this episode, Hannah presents case studies with clinical decision making and online tools for patients and SLPs. With consideration for the research associated with PD, you will be equipped to develop therapy sessions for your patients with Parkinson’s and walk away with resources that your patients can use immediately.
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Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 98: Equipping Your Therapy Sessions: Parkinson’s and What You Should Know with Hannah Grassie, MS, CCC-SLPThere are many approaches to being an effective therapist when treating specialized populations. “Equipping Your Therapy Sessions: Parkinson’s and What You Should Know” outlines novelties in evaluating and treating Parkinson’s disease (PD) that will increase your confidence and understanding of the Parkinson’s Disease (PD) population. During this episode, Hannah will pinpoint crucial questions to address during evaluation, and unique considerations for treatment. With consideration for the research associated with PD, you will be equipped to develop therapy sessions for your patients with Parkinson’s and walk away with resources that your patients can use immediately.
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Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 97: Dysphagia Goals Part 2: A Tough Pill to Swallow with Elizabeth Wikane, MS, CCC-SLP CBISToday’s episode is the second half of a two hour live ASHA CEU with Elizabeth Wikane on the topic of dysphagia goals. In this episode, Elizabeth examines the difference between long-term and short-term goals, the problem with goal banks, and considering exercise principles when creating individualized treatment plans.
Show notes with resources available at: https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/s3e47and482020-12-0157 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 96: Dysphagia Goals: a Tough Pill to Swallow with Elizabeth Wikane, MS, CCC-SLP CBISConcise and well-constructed goals serve an avenue to communicating the objectives of treatment as well as an indication of skills and prognosis. This episode with Elizabeth Wikane discusses the elements of swallowing disorders assessment in the consideration of treatment planning and goal setting. Topics include (but are not limited to) (1) components of a dysphagia evaluation, (2) purpose of goal setting, (3) components of a skilled treatment goal, and (4) examples of dysphagia goals across settings. Show notes with resources available at: https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/s3e47and48
Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/speech-uncensored/message2020-11-2448 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 95: Empowering new SLPs: navigating the workplace and launching careers with Mattie Murrey-Tegels, MA, CCC-SLP, CLSCWhat a treat to sit down with Mattie Murrey-Tegels to talk about her passion on this week’s episode on the podcast. Mattie brings a varied tapestry of complimentary skills to her podcast, website, and membership program supporting new clinicians as they navigate the intricacies of the workplace. It’s clear Mattie has a passion for this work and I am so glad she is stepping up the plate to ensure the next generation of SLPs is confident, competent, and capable. Check out the show notes at: https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/s3e46
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Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 94: Part 2: More than Lip Service: Steps to Dismiss Racial Barriers in Speech Pathology with Marilouise Nichols, M.S., CCC-SLP, Stephanie O’Silas, M.S., CCC-SLPRacism, discrimination, and bias have recently become topics at the forefront of conversations across the country. Inevitably, these conversations have also reached the field of Speech-Language Pathology. From ASHA’s position statement on racism, multiple petitions and calls-to-action for anti-racist clinical practice and academia, ASHA and NSSLHA’s virtual listening sessions on race in CSD, and NBASLH Talks 4-part series, there is a much-needed and timely movement gaining momentum at the national, state, and local levels to improve diversity, inclusion, and anti-racist efforts.
This two-part episode will discuss some of the racial barriers and implicit/explicit biases that...2020-11-1051 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 93: Part 1: More than Lip Service: Bringing Awareness to Racial Barriers in Speech Pathology with Marilouise Nichols, M.S., CCC-SLP, Stephanie O’Silas, M.S., CCC-SLPRacism, discrimination, and bias have recently become topics at the forefront of conversations across the country. Inevitably, these conversations have also reached the field of Speech-Language Pathology. From ASHA’s position statement on racism, multiple petitions and calls-to-action for anti-racist clinical practice and academia, ASHA and NSSLHA’s virtual listening sessions on race in CSD, and NBASLH Talks 4-part series, there is a much-needed and timely movement gaining momentum at the national, state, and local levels to improve diversity, inclusion, and anti-racist efforts.
This two-part episode will discuss some of the racial barriers and implicit/explicit biases that...2020-11-0351 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 92: Finding Your Niche and Bringing Your Value to the SLP Field with Sarah Vacha, MA CCC-SLP, CNT, BCS-SSLPs are often met with a surprised “Wait, that's something you do?!". We lament no one understands our role or appreciates our work, and it’s easy to lose sight of our passions and the value we bring in a field that spans all ages, particularly when we feel constrained to a certain role or setting. In this episode, Sarah and Leigh Ann will discuss recognizing and finding your niche and self-value within the SLP field and embracing that value to benefit patients and the field.
Show notes available at: https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/s3e43
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SLP Full DisclosureField Notes: Dysphagia & Outpatient Rehab - Leigh Ann Porter MA, CCC-SLPWe DiscussIntroduction to Leigh Ann and her background as an SLP (00:59);An overview of dysphagia treatment in outpatient rehab (09:19);Recommendations for new grads interested in dysphagia and outpatient rehab (13:51);Interdisciplinary communication in the medical setting (19:59);Getting buy-in from each patient’s family (28:44); 32:12Finding success in dysphagia outpatient rehab therapy (33:09);Hindsight on dysphagia outpatient rehab therapy (36:01);Self-care and stress management while working in outpatient rehab (40:38); About Leigh Ann Porter MA, CCC-SLPLeigh Ann Porter is a practicing med...2020-10-2655 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 91: Team Approach to Cleft Palate and 22q with Raquel Garcia, SLPD, CCC-SLP, CNT, BCS-SThis course covers risk factors, feeding issues, and speech deficits in children and infants with cleft palate and 22q11.2 deletion syndrome. Special emphasis will be given to the SLP’s role on the cleft palate team and the scope of the team’s role in providing care.
Show notes available at: https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/s3e42
Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/speech-uncensored/message2020-10-2250 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 90: Outpatient Perspective: Lung Transplant & Dysphagia with Carolyn Abraham, M.S., CCC-SLP, CLTA lung transplant has become a frequent treatment option for patients with a variety of end-stage lung diseases. These patients have to be put through rigorous steps in order to deem themselves worthy of receiving this gift. After the transplant, there are potential complications that Speech Pathologists find themselves addressing. Knowledge base of lung disease and its impact on the swallowing, and breathing, creates a foundation for patients and their success. The lung transplant research highlights the underlying risks of an acute rejection and other injuries to the newly transplanted lung. Much of the research is related to esophageal...2020-10-1553 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 89: Tell Me More! AphasiaBank and Discourse Analysis with Brett McCardel, MS, CCC-SLPOn this episode, Brett McCardel and Leigh Ann dive into discourse analysis for your patients with Aphasia. Brett discusses the various resources available on AphasiaBank to assist clinicians with completing discourse analyses in everyday practice. This is especially helpful for our patients working on anomia in conversation. Show notes available at: https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/s3e40
Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/speech-uncensored/message2020-10-0648 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 88: GERD vs. EOE: The Similarities & Differences and How To Treat Both as an SLP with Kaitlin Brown, M.S., CCC-SLPThis course is meant to give clinicians an understanding of GERD (gastroesophageal reflux) and EOE (eosinophilic esophagitis), the similarities and differences between the two, how EOE may go undiagnosed, markers to look for as a clinician, when to refer for further testing and diagnostics, and how to provide the best treatment for patients with GERD or EOE.
Show Notes and Links: https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/s3e39
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Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 87: Telepractice: the Fundamentals and Advantages with Leanne Sherred, MS, CCC-SLPThis course will outline information necessary to initiate telepractice, including rules and regulations, population considerations, and navigating pitfalls to capitalize on the opportunities telepractice allows. Participants will learn how telepractice fits into the current and future view of speech-language pathology. Show Notes and Links: https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/s3e38
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Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 86: Infant FEES in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit with Raquel Garcia, SLPD, CCC-SLP, CNT, BCS-SFiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES) has been an instrumental tool used in adult intensive care units for many years. Adult intensivists have had education, training, and exposure to FEES to assess oropharyngeal physiology and direct appropriate treatment plans. Pediatric intensivists and neonatologists have had limited exposure to FEES and typically use videofluroscopic swallow studies (VFSS) as the gold standard for assessing dysphagia in infants. The purpose of this presentation is to review the role of FEES in a level three neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) and pediatric cardiac intensive care unit (PCVICU). Physician perceptions and education/training provided...2020-09-151h 00
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 85: Don't Just Sit There, Do Something! Targeting Participation in Speech Therapy with Sarah Baar, MA, CCC-SLPImpacting life participation is an ideal goal for speech therapy, yet our therapy practices across clinical settings don’t always reflect a participation-focused approach. This course aims to describe why we care about targeting participation, what participation can look like in the therapeutic process, and how goals will be impacted and used when therapy is participation-focused with the adult neurogenic population.
Show notes: https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/s3e36
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Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 84: Becoming the Speaker’s Mechanic: Finding Your Niche with Jason Hall, MS, CCC-SLPWith a scope of practice as wide as ours, it can be challenging to find your niche. This episode covers the journey of transitioning from clinician to consultant. There is a role for Speech and Language Pathologists in the corporate setting. Jason Hall will outline the key differences between a clinician and a consultant, the structure of a private practice built on a consultation model, and the role of an SLP in corporate settings.
Show notes: https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/s3e35
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Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 83: Voice Evaluation Components: What SLPs Should Know with Kristie Knickerbocker, MS, CCC-SLPThis episode covers the importance of different types of voice evaluations for a whole client picture, and how to differentiate them all. We also discuss when each is appropriate and why. We explain each type of voice evaluation, and guide clinicians on what components to include in these different, but complementary, options for beginning voice therapy treatment.
Show notes: https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/s3e34
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Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 82: Nutritional Considerations at the End of Life with Caitlin Saxtein, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-SDysphagia negatively impacts the quality of life of patients and may lead to malnutrition, dehydration, aspiration pneumonia and even death (Foley et al., 2009). We, as speech-language pathologists, must be aware of the experience of living with dysphagia, as “swallowing problems evoke a host of distressing psychological responses such as anxiety, shame, embarrassment, fear, and reduced self-esteem” (McHorne et al., 2000). These distressing psychological responses may affect the overall quality of life and life satisfaction; and therefore, swallowing assessments must be completed in consideration of the direction and goals of care of the patient and family. A palliative care team is vital...2020-08-1846 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 81: Health Literacy: How Clinicians Can Preserve Their Roles as Educators with Brittany Ferri, OTR/L, CCTP, CPRP, ARSPNo matter what concerns a client presents with, each and every therapist must function as an educator during treatment. As such, having a clear understanding of health literacy is one of the cornerstones of being a good clinician-educator. Health literacy will not only help maximize patient outcomes, but also improve the patient experience by increasing independence and personal autonomy.
Show notes: https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/s3e32
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Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 80: What Clients Tell Us They Want in Therapy with Sarah Baar, MA, CCC-SLPWhy should we care about the Participation Model for therapy? Isn’t that just something for Aphasia therapy (LPAA)? Well, if your patients haven’t been hinting about this directly to you, then researchers have been publishing on what patients want in therapy. Sarah Baar of Honeycomb Speech Therapy has been combing the literature, implementing this model, and presenting on it for about 5 years now. The fruit of that work is in a tool (The Activity Studio!) that makes implementing the participation model in therapy a snap. Today’s conversation is a review of the literature supporting the need for us...2020-08-0431 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 79: Dispelling Myths in Dysphagia Management with Amanda Montemayor, MA, CCC-SLPThis course will highlight common misconceptions regarding managing dysphagia in the adult population in the medical setting. The purpose of this course is to dispel these common practices in order to encourage critical thinking and to improve the quality of life and outcomes of patient care. Show notes: https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/s3e30
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Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 78: All About The Voice Keeper with Elik GurvitzLeigh Ann is sitting down with Elik Gurvitz of the Voice Keeper, a global voice banking company that allows users to create a digital voice using a free iOS app or on a computer using the Chrome or Safari browser. We discuss Elik's motivation for creating this service, who this service benefits, how to use it, and the cost. The more we know about products and services out there - the better we can guide our patients in decision making when it's time to consider voice banking. Show notes with additional resources are available at: https://www.speechuncensored.com...2020-07-2131 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 77: Demystifying Transitional Foods - What is a True Meltable Snack? with Reva Barewal, DDS, MS, Dipl ABDSMHow do we move from discovering a problem our patients face to developing an innovative solution? The pattern of innovation, deeply rooted in collaboration across disciplines will be explored. The innovation stemmed from an understanding of the change in the dining experience for someone with dysphagia and their caregiver. We will focus on snack time as an opportunity to re-create the slow grazing behaviors that can lead to increased nutrition.
Benefits of increasing snacking frequency and snacking options with dysphagia will be shared. Transitional foods can help with increasing snacking options for dysphagia sufferers but it is a po...2020-07-1653 min
The Library Laura PodcastLeigh Ann Porter and Stories UncensoredOn this week’s dose of book recommendations, library love, and literary enthusiasm, I talk books and reading with Leigh Ann Porter. She’s a friend of mine as well as the host of the Speech Uncensored Podcast. She’s a self-professed nerd who loves learning new things. And she’s always ready for a good escapist read or thrilling saga. Be sure to check out her podcast at https://www.speechuncensored.com/ and her instagram @speechuncensored Get the books from today's episode (affiliate link) and check out the Library Laura podcast blog2020-07-1549 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 76: Incorporating Mindfulness into SLP Practice with JoAnn Vela MS, CCC-SLP, CBISThis course will discuss how mindfulness approaches can be applied under the speech pathologist’s scope of practice. With an increasing focus on individualized, patient centered care, mindfulness approaches open the door for therapeutic alliances and allow a clinician and patient to work together in an efficient and effective manner. The goal of this course is to provide brief education regarding mindfulness, how it connects to speech therapy practice, and current mindfulness techniques that can be incorporated into speech therapy practice. This course primarily discusses application of mindfulness in adult rehabilitation settings. Show notes: https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/s3...2020-07-0756 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 75: SLP Diversity through Mentorship: Changing the Face of the Field with Marilouise E. Nichols, MS, CCC-SLPAccording to the ASHA’s 2019 Annual Member and Affiliate Profile, the race and ethnicity demographics in the field of Speech-Language Pathology is largely homogenous—with many minority groups sorely underrepresented. ASHA endorses the idea that “cultural competence=clinical competence”, furthering the representation and understanding of cultural and linguistically diverse groups can result in better patient care. While there have been and currently are many efforts to increase diversity in our field, the numbers have remained relatively stagnant over the years.
This episode will explore the issues of diversity in our field, highlight current efforts increase diversity in our field, a...2020-06-3058 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 74: All about the Talking with Tech Podcast with Rachel Madel, MA, CCC-SLPOne of the goals of the Speech Uncensored Podcast is to shine a spotlight on resources for SLPs. Today I want to turn the focus to podcasts! There are so many great SLP podcasts out there. Let’s take an inside look at one. For episode 74, I’m joined by Rachel Madel, part of the dynamic duo on the Talking with Tech podcast. We had a great conversation about Rachel’s journey to becoming a podcast host and how the Talking with Tech podcast has shaped her clinical practice. Rachel shared about the format of the podcast, what listeners can ex...2020-06-2333 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 73: Burn 101 and the SLP Perspective with Lisa Treviso-Jones, MS, CCC-SLPThis course is designed to provide the basics of burn injury and rehabilitation from the perspective of a speech language pathologist. It will explore the prevalence of this diagnostic group and the unique factors to consider in both assessment and treatment of labial, facial and cervical contractures. Classification of burns will be reviewed, types of grafts, as well as how the depth and location of the injury will guide the course of treatment. Visit the show notes for additional resources: https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/s3e242020-06-1654 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 72: Bridging the Gap in Aphasia Therapy with Health Related Quality of Life Measures with Davetrina Seles Gadson PhD, CCC-SLPHealth-related quality of life (HRQL) is the impact of a health condition on the individual’s ability to lead a fulfilling life. Researchers have identified determinants of HRQL in stroke survivors with aphasia to include communication, mobility, mental/emotional health, role, and social functioning. The use of patient-reported outcomes to capture HRQL in people with aphasia may better facilitate client-centered treatment approaches in this population. Visit the show notes for additional resources: https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/s3e232020-06-0950 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 71: Steering Clear of Goal Banks: Creating Patient-Specific Aphasia Goal with Megan Sutton, MS, RSLP, CCC-SLP (C)Traditionally, SLPs have generated goals for therapy based on a patient’s performance on an impairment-based assessment tool. This can lead to poor patient engagement in therapy. Megan Sutton has gathered a collection of resources into a guide for SLPs to develop patient centered goals in aphasia therapy. Learn how to implement the guide and the tools discussed to generate relevant therapy goals for your patients. Visit the show notes for additional resources: https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/s3e222020-06-0254 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 70: The Neurologist’s Perspective on Concussion Management with Michael Rippee, MDThe medical management of concussion is advancing and SLPs have a role to play in addressing the cognitive symptoms. Dr. Michael Rippee specializes in concussion management with his work in sports neurology. Dr. Rippee provides insight to neurology’s role in the care progression of a patient with a concussion and how our two fields collaborate to address the patient’s symptoms. Join Leigh Ann & Michael as they discuss expectations and symptom management in the care of a patient after experiencing a concussion.
Show notes available at : https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/s3e202020-05-2652 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 69: Elements of Excellent Dysphagia Documentation: Instrumentation and Treatment Notes with Kelsey Day, MA, CCC-SLPKelsey Day, M.S., CCC-SLP joins us to discuss the crucial elements of dysphagia documentation, from Clinical Swallow Evaluation (in part one) to instrumentation to treatment. Dysphagia documentation need not only reflect skilled service, but should also contribute new, valuable information to the medical team and guide future dysphagia care. Our documentation should demonstrate “whole picture” understanding of our patient’s goals, values, rehabilitation potential, personal risk factors for dysphagia-related complication, and more. Our discussion covers the importance of thorough documentation and provides several case studies. Show notes available at : https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/s3e202020-05-1957 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 68: Deep Dive Into End of Life Care for the SLP with Amanda Stead, PhD, CCC-SLPDr. Amanda Stead introduced us to issues related to end-of-life care for the SLP in episode 58. This is a brief teaser for Dr. Stead's future 2 hour lecture that will air December 2020. Show notes: https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/s3e192020-05-0909 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 67: Elements of Excellent Dysphagia Documentation: The Clinical Swallow Evaluation with Kelsey Day, MS, CCC-SLPKelsey Day, MS, CCC-SLP joins us to discuss the crucial elements of dysphagia documentation, focusing on the Clinical Swallow Evaluation. Dysphagia documentation need not only reflect skilled service, but should also contribute new, valuable information to the medical team and guide future dysphagia care. Our documentation should demonstrate “whole picture” understanding of our patient’s goals, values, rehabilitation potential, personal risk factors for dysphagia-related complication, and more. Our discussion covers the importance of thorough documentation and provides a case study. Show notes available at : https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/s3e182020-05-0552 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 66: PhoRTE Voice Therapy: Revving Up the Aging Voice with Edie Hapner, PhD, CCC-SLP, and Aaron Ziegler, PhD, CCC-SLP Age-related voice changes (presbyphonia) are characterized by decreased loudness, increased hoarseness, and greater vocal effort. Patients with presbyphonia demonstrate different pathogenic profiles of laryngeal and respiratory deficits. Such deficits are thought to arise from negative changes to muscle structure and muscle strength or function in addition to the aging process. Phonation Resistance Training Exercises (PhoRTE) is a Level 1B voice therapy to treat presbyphonia (that is, published prospective, randomized, and controlled clinical trial). PhoRTE voice therapy is guided by principles of exercise physiology and requires patients to produce progressively higher vocal intensities during vocal tasks. By progressively overloading the...2020-04-2855 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 65: COVID Convo with Joshua Reyes MS, CCC-SLPJosh Reyes joins Leigh Ann on the COVID Conversations series. In response to the significant impact this public health crisis is having on our work, our lives, our education system, and our healthcare system, I’ve teamed up with my fellow SLPs to share insights into how the pandemic has changed their practice and what they’re doing to adapt. Today’s episode highlights the impact of COVID-19 as experienced by Josh, working in a SNF and a community hospital on the Southside of Chicago. https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/covidconvojosh2020-04-2539 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 64: Digging into PROMs: Patient Reported Outcome Measures with Bonnie Slavych, PhD, CCC-SLPAs our practice embraces a patient-centered care model, PROMs - Patient Reported Outcome Measures, can help identify patient’s concerns and measure the progress of therapy to address those complaints. Bonnie Slavych answers the important questions of what a PROM is, what it does, and how to use it in your practice. These are simple tools to incorporate into your practice that can help steer your evaluation process to ensure the patient’s goals are foremost in the creation of the plan of care. PROMs can also give us valuable qualitative and quantitative data to report in our discharge note...2020-04-2152 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 63: SPECIAL: COVID Convo with Jordan Hazelwood, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, BCS-S, CCREI am delighted to have Dr. Jordan Hazelwood as my guest on the COVID Conversations series. In response to the significant impact this public health crisis is having on our work, our lives, our education system, and our healthcare system, I’ve teamed up with my fellow SLPs to share insights into how the pandemic has changed their practice and what they’re doing to adapt. Today’s episode highlights the impact of COVID-19 on our professors, universities, undergraduate students, and graduate students. Show notes with links to resources available at: https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/covidconvojordan2020-04-1937 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 62: COVID Convo with Brooke Richardson, MS, CCC-SLPBrooke Richardson is joining me for this edition of the COVID Conversation. Today’s episode highlights the impact of COVID-19 on acute care workflows, community support for healthcare workers, providing dysphagia services with reduced access to instrumentals, and altered work schedules. Show notes with resources: https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/covidconvobrooke2020-04-1730 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 61: The Dark Side of Dysphagia: Why We Need the Dysphagia Outreach Project with Hillary Cooper, MA, CCC-SLPIf you’ve worked with patients with dysphagia, you’ve probably experienced that feeling of trying to treat a patient who cannot afford dysphagia supplies. Since insurance doesn’t often cover dysphagia supplies such as thickener, adaptive feeding equipment, or therapy tools such as RMST devices, many individuals with dysphagia just go without. In this episode, we will talk to Hillary Cooper about how she had had enough of the madness, decided to take matters into her own hands, and created The Dysphagia Outreach Project. Show notes available at : https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/s3e152020-04-1452 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 60: COVID Convo with Kristin Murphey, MS, CCC-SLPKristin Murphey is joining me for this edition of the COVID Conversation. Today’s episode highlights the impact of COVID-19 on SLPs in SNFs - skilled nursing facilities. Show notes with resources: https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/covidconvokristin2020-04-1234 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 59: COVID Convo with Caitlin Saxtein, MS, CCC-SLPCaitlin Saxtein from Long Island, New York is joining me for this edition of the COVID Conversation. Today’s episode highlights the impact of COVID-19 on acute care therapists. Caitlin's current caseload is almost exclusively COVID-19 positive patients right now and she is shedding light on the SLP's role is in the midst of this pandemic. Show notes with resources: https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/covidconvocaitlin 2020-04-1038 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 58: End of Life Care for the SLP with Amanda Stead, PhD, CCC-SLPThis episode will introduce issues related to end-of-life care, including the experience of dying in America, common care locales, and patient and family values at the end of life, as well as the important role that SLPs can play in caring for people near the end of life, and the application of ethical principles to end-of-life situations. Show notes available at : https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/s3e142020-04-0755 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 57: COVID Conversation with Rinki Varindani Desai, M.S., CCC-SLP, CBIS, CDPI am delighted to have Rinki Varindani Desai as my first guest for the new COVID Conversations series. In response to the significant impact this public health crisis is having on our work, our lives, and our healthcare system, I’ve teamed up with my fellow SLPs to share insights into how the pandemic has changed their practice and what they’re doing to adapt. Today’s episode highlights the impact of COVID-19 on our outpatient setting. Show notes with resources: https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/covidconvorinki2020-04-0628 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 53: Celebrate SUP's First Birthday with Special Guest Host, Chase PorterThe tables have turned! We’re flipping the script! My amazing husband, Chase Porter takes the golden microphone and interviews the interviewer as we take a behind the scenes retrospective look at the Speech Uncensored Podcast. You’ll find out about how instrumental Chase was in launching the podcast from a thought and a wish to a reality. You’ll also hear from past guests and listeners on their favorite episodes and take-aways. Show notes available at : https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/s3e112020-03-1746 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 51: The Care of Patients Before and After Total Laryngectomy with Bridget Guenther MS, CCC-SLPBridget Guenther has spent her SLP career focusing on the treatment and management of head and neck cancer. As a Senior Clinical Educator for Atos Medical, Bridget provides education & trainings to SLPs and patients with total laryngectomy. Bridget joins Leigh Ann to lay a foundation on the role of the SLP in managing patients with total laryngectomy. We review SLP involvement pre-surgery, immediately post-surgery (acute care), and follow-up (outpatient). Our talk covers the need for education, counseling, and information on alaryngeal speech options for this patient population. Check out links to resources, the research, and more at : https://www.s...2020-03-0353 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 49: Assessing and Treating Respiratory Function in Motor Speech Disorders with Jessica E. Huber, PhD, CCC-SLPRespiratory impairments impact intelligibility in people with motor speech disorders. However, assessing and treating people with these disorders can be difficult. Dr. Jessica Huber and Leigh Ann Porter will describe some clinically-relevant measurements of respiratory function in speech that can be completed without expensive equipment. We will discuss how to address respiratory impairments in people with motor speech disorders. Check out the amazing show notes at https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/s3e72020-02-1853 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 42: Passionate About Parkinson’s with Julie Fechter, MS, CCC-SLPJoin Julie and Leigh Ann as they explore evolving best practices to work with people with Parkinson’s disease. Learn about the benefits of a preventative model for treatment and how to support individuals through a progressive neurological disease process. Julie brings a healthy dose of enthusiasm and mixes it with a solid foundation in best practices rooted in the latest evidence. In fact, Julie doesn’t wait for evidence to be published in the literature, she’s reaching out to researchers and learning about the work that is currently underway. My hope is that in addition to the knowle...2019-12-3156 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 40: All things PRN for SNFs with Kelly Zarifa, MA, CCC-SLPSLP life in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) can be challenging - but PRN life in a SNF is a whole different type of special. Kelly is joining Leigh Ann to discuss resources available to help manage expectations around productivity, materials for therapy and assessments, and other considerations related to how SNFs operate. Check out speechuncensored.com for links to the resources mentioned in the episode. Check out https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/s2e20-all-things-prn-for-snfs-with-kelly-zarifa-ma-ccc-slp for the show notes.
Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/speech-uncensored/message2019-12-1745 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 38: Understanding Resonance Disorders & Velopharyngeal Dysfunction in Children and Adults with Ann Kummer, PhD, CCC-SLPDr. Ann Kummer is a leading practitioner and educator in the specialization of cleft palate, craniofacial conditions, resonance disorders, and VPI for the past 40 years. Dr. Kummer’s textbook on this topic is now in the 4th edition and is an incredible resource. Ann seamlessly weaves her way through simple and effective evaluation procedures and amazing artic hacks she’s picked up along the way. If you’ve ever wondered what the difference is between velopharyngeal insufficiency and incompetence, Ann will clarify the terms quickly and concisely. If you’ve ever wondered what pharyngeal cul-de-sac resonance sounds like, tune in. If y...2019-12-0353 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 37: Managing SLP Stress with Mindfulness with Jessi Andricks, MS, CCC-SLPFeeling stressed out about work stuff and life? We're gonna detox your brain with mindfulness! Join Jessi and Leigh Ann as they discuss how to manage stress with mindfulness so that you can find balance again. The unique stressors of our work can make for a bumpy ride, but Jessi is here with tips and tools to help you regain control of your calm. Catch and handle stress before it turns chronic and nosedives into burnout. Jessi is here to equip you and provide ongoing support through her website, free membership tools (SLP toolbox), and Facebook group. Join the c...2019-11-2659 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 36: From Podcast to Practice: Implementing Person-Centered Therapy with Melissa Kurrle, MA, CCC-SLPJoin Melissa & Leigh Ann for the inaugural episode of the “from podcast to practice” series where we look back on a formative listening experience from a previous episode and discuss how we’ve implemented the material we learned. We’re going to go all in on the successes, the failures, and what we still need to learn to get this right. Plus, Melissa has cultivated a list of resources to jump-start your transition from workbook reliance to patient-driven therapy. Melissa and Leigh Ann are reviewing the episode featuring Sarah Baar from episode 14 (Meaningful Aphasia Therapy) with some tidbits from Megan Su...2019-11-1953 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 35: Past, Present and Future of Aphasia Therapy with Audrey Holland, PhD, CCC-SLP, ASHA-FDr. Audrey Holland has made substantial contributions to our field and joins Leigh Ann to discuss the past, present, and future of Aphasia therapy with a special focus on person centered care. In today’s talk, we cover select aphasia assessments and therapy protocols that focus on what a person with Aphasia can do, rather than focusing on the deficits. Dr. Holland has had a prolific career and even attempting to cover a fraction of her work during today’s talk was challenging. There’s just so much! So dive into the show notes for access to more of Dr. Ho...2019-11-1253 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 34: Transition From Medical to School Setting with Marisha McGrorty, MS, CCC-SLPMarisha and Leigh Ann join forces to provide a guide for SLPs wishing to transition from the medical setting to the school-based setting. Marisha is an organizational wizard and brings her knowledge of the unique skills necessary to flourish in the schools to today’s episode. If you’ve ever contemplated making the leap, then this discussion is a great place to start to learn skills that will keep you ahead of the curve. Visit the show notes for more resources: https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/s2e14-transition-from-medical-to-school-setting-with-marisha-mcgorty-ms-ccc-slp
Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/spee...2019-11-0757 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 31: Become a Traveling Medical SLP with Julia Kuhn, MS CCC-SLPEver thought about hitting the road and taking travel assignments? Wondering how to make the travel lifestyle a full-time gig? Julia Kuhn of “The Traveling Traveler” fame is joining Leigh Ann to discuss the nuts and bolts of short-term travel assignments. Julia will reveal how to get a job as a traveling therapist and how to determine if the travel opportunity is lucrative. Julia also discusses the characteristics and skills that make a good traveler and if traveling is a good decision for your career. Check out the show notes at https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/s2e11-become-a-traveling-medical-slp-with-julia-kuhn-ms-ccc-slp for...2019-10-1551 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 25: Respiratory Muscle Training for Dysphagia with Brooke Richardson MS, CCC-SLPBrooke introduces Leigh Ann to RMT - Respiratory Muscle Training through a lively discussion covering the basics of expiratory muscle training (EMT) and its applications on improving deficits in cough and dysphagia. Brooke is passionate about providing quality education on RMT and this is palpable across the topics covered in the course. Brooke guides the conversation through an introduction to RMT, illustrating the principles of strength training, and application of RMT to the cough and dysphagia. At each stage of the talk, Brooke references high-quality evidence in the literature which can be accessed via the show notes on https...2019-08-2756 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 4: Eval & Treatment with the Trach & Vent Population in LTACs with Jen Hurst MS, CCC-SLPThe conclusion of the discussion with Leigh Ann Porter and Jen Hurst on the trach and vent population takes us through typical evaluation and treatment steps. Throughout part 1 and 2 of our discussion, a theme emerged…. collaboration. It became apparent to me that when working with medically fragile patients, coordinating your efforts with stakeholders is paramount. Discuss your plan of care with the dietician, the pulmonologist, the respiratory therapist, the nurse. Everyone needs to be on the same page and the best way to do that is in front of that person - having a face to face discussion. Visit th...2019-03-3132 min
Speech Uncensored: A Speech Language Pathology PodcastEpisode 3: Finding Your Feet with the Trach & Vent Population in LTACs with Jen Hurst MS, CCC-SLPIn this week's episode, Leigh Ann Porter sits down with Jen Hurst MS, CCC-SLP to discuss her experience working in an LTAC (long term acute care hospital) with trach and vent patients. We cover a wide range of topics including how Jen landed in this setting, who trained her to work with this population, and the nuances of LTAC. We also discuss the importance of being prepared to care for patients considering hospice care and are making that transition to end of life care.
What’s great about sitting down with Jen is that she doesn’t hold...2019-03-2824 min