by Theresa Richard, MA, CCC-SLP, BCS-S
MedSLP Collective Podcast is a podcast spotlighting resources and continuing education courses offered on the MedSLP Collective Membership for Medical Speech Language Pathologists. This is our way of giving back to the Med SLP community by providing free and accessible education to the community. To receive continuing education credit (ASHA CEUs or PDHs) for webinar and journal club episodes on this feed and access bonus resources and PDFs, visit https://medslpcollective.com
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April 24, 2025
Join us for Navigating the Esophagectomy Swallow, an educational webinar led by Jessica Gregor, M.S., CCC-SLP, BCS-S, a board-certified swallowing specialist at Mayo Clinic. This intermediate-level course (0.10 CEUs) will provide valuable insights into esophagectomy surgeries, their impact on swallowing function, and best practices for fluoroscopic evaluation and documentation. If you’re a medical speech-language pathologist, this course is a must! Gain critical insights and practical strategies to enhance patient outcomes, boost your clinical confidence, and stay ahead in your field.<br /> Presenter Name/Credentials: Jessica Gregor, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S<br /> <br /> Course Available from April 24, 2025 – March 24, 2030<br /> Members link to the course quiz: <a href="https://medslpcollective.com/courses/navigating-the-esophagectomy-swallow-rec/">https://medslpcollective.com/courses/navigating-the-esophagectomy-swallow-rec/</a><br /> <br /> 0.1 ASHA CEUs / 1 PDHs Available. To get ASHA CEUS/ PDHs for this course, you can join the MedSLP Collective Membership here: <a href="https://medslpcollective.com/">https://medslpcollective.com/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> During this course, learners will:<br /> <br /> List types of esophagectomy surgeries and reasons for needing one.<br /> Identify the impact of esophagectomy resection on swallow structure and function.Describe swallow function under fluoroscopy and how to document in a swallow study report.<br /> <br /> Recorded Agenda:<br /> <br /> * Minutes 0-10: Introduction to Esophagectomy Anatomy & Physiology<br /> * Minutes 10-20: Surgical Approach, Technique, and Reconstruction<br /> * Minutes 20-30: Post-operative Care and Complications<br /> * Minutes 30-40: Fluoroscopic Anatomic Landmarks and Physiology<br /> * Minutes 40-50: Fluoroscopic Report Writing and Management<br /> * Minutes 50-60: Question & Answer<br /> <br /> Bio:<br /> Jessica Wind Gregor is a board-certified swallowing specialist in the Department of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery at Mayo Clinic in Phoenix, Arizona with expertise in diagnostics and intervention of complex swallowing and airway disorders. She holds the academic rank of Instructor in Speech Pathology at Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science. Jessica also specializes in prevention, management, and rehabilitation of speech, jaw opening, breathing, and lymphatics in the oncology population, including alaryngeal speech and pulmonary optimization in total laryngectomees. She established the first Multidisciplinary Swallowing Clinic within the Mayo Clinic system with her ENT and GI colleagues for best patient care. Jessica is an international trainer for the rehabilitative platform known as McNeill Dysphagia Therapy Program as well as a clinical mentor for the national Med SLP Ed certification program. Her research interest is the oropharyngeal and esophageal interplay. Jessica earned her Bachelor of Science in Speech & Hearing Science at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in 2008 and her Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology at Rush University in Chicago, IL in 2010.<br /> FINANCIAL DISCLOSURES:<br /> <br /> Full time salary at Mayo Clinic Arizona<br /> Independent contractor for Med SLP Collective, MedEd SLP, and Florida Dysphagia Institute LLC<br /> Co-founder and owner of Esophageal Co-Lab LLC<br /> Honorarium for this presentation<br /> <br /> <br /> NON-FINANCIAL DISCLOSURES:<br /> <br /> None<br /> <br /> <br /> <br />
March 27, 2025
💭 “Why is this former student-athlete struggling with attention and memory?”<br /> 💭 “Could my patient’s cognitive decline actually be linked to past concussions?”<br /> 💭 “How can I best support a patient with cognitive deficits following a TBI?”<br /> 👆 If you’ve ever wondered about the SLP’s role in concussion and TBI management, this month’s webinar is for you! Inside this 2-hour course, you’ll:<br /> 🧠 Define concussion, TBI, and chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE)<br /> 🧠 Examine the critical role of SLPs in the multidisciplinary care team<br /> 🧠 Learn from case studies of student-athletes with brain injuries<br /> 🧠 Gain strategies for creating comprehensive, interdisciplinary care plans<br /> This is a must-watch for any SLP working with cognitive-communication disorders—whether in acute care, outpatient, schools, or beyond!<br /> Presenter Name/Credentials: Dr. Kelli Uitenham, CScD, CCC-SLP<br /> <br /> Course Available from March 27, 2025 – March 27, 2030<br /> Members link to the course quiz: https://medslpcollective.com/courses/concussions-and-traumatic-brain-injuries-tbis-the-slps-role-live-webinar-rec/<br /> <br /> 0.2 ASHA CEUs / 2 PDHs Available. To get ASHA CEUS/ PDHs for this course, you can join the MedSLP Collective Membership here: <a href="https://medslpcollective.com/">https://medslpcollective.com/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> During this course, learners will:<br /> <br /> Define concussion, TBI, and chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE)<br /> Demonstrate awareness of cognitive impairments/deficits<br /> Identify the role of the Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)<br /> Analyze case studies of student athletes with brain injuries<br /> <br /> Recorded Agenda:<br /> <br /> * 0-15 minutes – Introduction & Overview<br /> * 15-25 minutes– Understanding Brain Injuries<br /> * 25-65 minutes – SLPs’ Role in the Multidisciplinary Care Team<br /> * 65-90 minutes – Role of SLPs in Managing Cognitive-Communication: Case Studies<br /> * 90-110 minutes – Practical Strategies for Integrating SLPs & Developing Comprehensive, Interdisciplinary Care Plans<br /> * 110-120 minutes – Q&A and Discussion<br /> <br /> Bio:<br /> Dr. Kelli A. Uitenham is an award-winning, nationally certified medical speech language pathologist, a highly respected and passionate public speaker. She owns Serenity Speech Therapy, a private Telepractice Dr. Kelli is also founder of Brain Talk Foundation, a nonprofit that raises awareness about different neurological and neurodegenerative conditions with a special focus on concussion, traumatic brain injuries, and CTE in athletes. She has over a decade of experience working with adult and geriatric populations, specializing in dementia, stroke rehabilitation, dysphagia, Parkinson’s Disease, fluency, voice disorders, gender affirming voice services and accent modification. Dr. Kelli has worked in skilled nursing, assisted living, and independent living facilities, hospital and home health settings, as well as travel speech therapy. She is licensed to practice in nine states, providing services in each via telehealth. She is also an adjunct professor and has taught at Shaw University, North Carolina A&T State University, St. John’s University, and has worked as a clinical instructor for Purdue University. Dr. Kelli has been invited to speak on a wide range of topics, including traumatic brain injury, concussions, and CTE in athletes, long COVID brain fog, dysphagia, aphasia, providing services via telehealth, etc. In addition to her professional achievements, Dr. Kelli enjoys riding motorcycles, traveling, and spending time with her teacup Yorkie, Braxton.<br /> FINANCIAL DISCLOSURES:<br /> <br /> Owner of Serenity Speech Therapy, PLLC<br /> Founder of Brain Talk Foundation<br /> Owner of Kensington Academy, LLC<br /> Independent contractor for Great Speech, Inc.<br /> Power of Patients Affiliate<br /> Cognishine Ambassador<br />
February 27, 2025
<br /> <br /> Ever wondered why lung transplant patients have such complex swallowing needs? Join us for this month’s eye-opening webinar by Erin Reedy, PhD, CCC-SLP, BCS-S, titled “Aerodigestive Considerations in Lung Transplantation: From Candidacy to Post-Transplant.”<br /> You’ll explore:<br /> ➡️ The complex aerodigestive work-up pre- and post-lung transplant<br /> ➡️ Risk factors for altered swallowing post-transplant<br /> ➡️ Evidence-based interventions for this unique population<br /> ➡️ Current practice patterns and future directions in transplant care<br /> Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from a leading researcher in post-transplant dysphagia.<br /> Presenter Name/Credentials: Erin Reedy, PhD,CCC-SLP, BCS-S<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Course Available from February 27, 2025 – February 27, 2030<br /> Members link to the course quiz: <a href="https://medslpcollective.com/courses/aerodigestive-considerations-in-lung-transplantation-from-candidacy-to-post-transplant-recording/">https://medslpcollective.com/courses/aerodigestive-considerations-in-lung-transplantation-from-candidacy-to-post-transplant-recording/</a><br /> <br /> 0.2 ASHA CEUs / 2 PDHs Available. To get ASHA CEUS/ PDHs for this course, you can join the MedSLP Collective Membership here: <a href="https://medslpcollective.com/">https://medslpcollective.com/</a><br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> After this course, you will be able to…<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> * Describe the typical aerodigestive work-up pre- and post-lung transplant.<br /> * Identify at least two risk factors for altered swallowing post-lung transplant.<br /> * Apply at least one evidence-based intervention into their clinical practice.<br /> <br /> Course Agenda:<br /> <br /> * 0-10 minutes: Introduction, Disclosures, Review of Learner ObjectiveS<br /> * 10-45 minutes: End Stage Lung Disease, the Transplant Process, and Risk Factors for Aerodigestive Dysfunction<br /> * 45-60 minutes:Aerodigestive Function Pre-and Post-Lung Transplant<br /> * 60-105 minutes:Current Practice Patterns and Future Directions<br /> * 105-120 minutes: Q&A<br /> <br /> Speaker Information and Disclosures<br /> <br /> Dr. Erin Reedy is a Research Assistant Professor at the University of South Carolina, practicing speech-language pathologist, and board-certified specialist in swallowing and swallowing disorders.<br /> Dr. Reedy received a PhD in Health and Rehabilitation Sciences with Dr. Heather Bonilha at the Medical University of South Carolina and completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Northwestern University with Dr. Bonnie Martin-Harris in the Swallowing Cross-Systems Collaborative lab and Dr. John Pandolfino in the Esophageal Function lab.<br /> Dr. Reedy is a passionate evidence-based practitioner and educator. She is interested in the interrelationships between oral, pharyngeal, and esophageal aspects of swallowing and has an independent line of research using high-resolution esophageal manometry to investigate esophageal function. Her research has centered on patient populations at risk for oropharyngeal and esophageal dysphagia, including post-lung transplant.<br /> FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE:<br /> Salary from the University of South Carolina<br /> Honoraria for speaking engagements<br /> NON-FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE:<br /> None<br /> <br /> <br /> <br />
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