Over 3 Million Downloads And Counting…
START HERE: LISTEN TO OUR NEWEST PODCASTS:
269 – Better Together: The SLP Council Initiative with Nikki Howell, CCC-SLP
Have you ever gotten a MBSS report and felt like you needed to do another study just to get the information you need to actually know how to treat the patient? Many SLPs have faced this dilemma that is not only wildly frustrating, but delays care, increases costs, and exposes patients to more radiation… BUT my guest this week created a solution and is sharing the details on how you can do the exact same thing for your community!
In this episode of SYP, I have a conversation with Nikki Howell, CCC-SLP, about her experience in starting an MBSS Initiative that has transformed into a full-blown SLP Council for the SLPs in her area to collaborate! The project started as a way to improve the consistency of MBSS in the facilities in her area but has grown to be something MUCH greater that will have a long-lasting effect for patients and clinicians alike. Nikki is passionate about bettering our field, her education, and working together to improve patient care!
In this episode, you'll hear about:
*The beginning of the MBSS Initiative
*How it has now transformed into an SLP Council
*Goals of the council
*How did Nikki find herself in a position to start the initiative?
*Resilience tips for SLPs
Listen to the full episode here: https://syppodcast.com/269
268 – SLP Alternatives: The Clinical Liaison – Bret Stuckenschneider MS, CCC-SLP
In this episode of SYP, I have a conversation with Bret Stuckenschneider, MS, CCC-SLP, about his transition from an acute SLP to a clinical liaison with a national neuro-rehab company.
267 – Pediatric TBI: Real-life Research – Jessica Salley Riccardi, PhD CCC-SLP
If you got a consult for a pediatric TBI patient, would you expect them to be like any other peds patient? Or maybe like your adult TBI patients? Or… maybe you have no idea what to expect at all! There is little research to guide our practice with this unique population, but my guest this week is changing that!
In this episode of SYP, I have a conversation with Jessica Salley Riccardi, PhD, CCC-SLP, about her research in the pediatric TBI population. Jessica is the principal investigator of the BEaR Lab (Brain Injury, Education, and Rehabilitation) and gives us a behind-the-scenes look at the questions they're seeking answers to, how this affects clinical practice, and how it might change policy in the future. She shares insightful info that SLPs can directly apply to their work today as well as considerations for the future work we have yet to do! Jessica has a deep passion and excitement for this population and shares her expertise in a way that is not only easy to understand, but that will also leave you excited to get back to your pediatric patients!
In this episode, you'll hear about:
-For SLPs, how is childhood brain injury different than adult brain injury?
-What are some of the greatest challenges in childhood brain injury for clinicians and researchers?
-How Jessica's research is contributing to SLP practice?
-How this research might contribute to policy for people with brain injury and the professionals serving them?
-Up-and-coming projects in the BEaR lab
Get your show notes at https://syppodcast.com/267
SUBSCRIBE
Dive Deep Into The Issues That Speech-Language Pathologists Face When Working With Patients With Swallowing Disorders.
We’ll discuss many controversial topics in order to provide the LATEST evidence-based treatment strategies, and create a community of dysphagia clinicians who want to consume incredibly valuable insight and information.
Our goal is to allow you to #swallowyourpride, and be open and willing to try the latest in evidence based treatment approaches by learning from experts and researchers in our field in order to create the best outcomes for our patients who need it most!
Featured Affiliates
Episodes
252 – The Fresh SLP: Stepping Into Your Best SLP Self – Mattie Murrey Tegels MA, CCC-SLP
In this episode of SYP, I have a conversation with Mattie Murray Tegel, whom you may know as The Fresh SLP, about elevating our field to leave it even better for the next generation of SLPs, building confidence in new clinicians, and stepping into the impassioned SLP...
251 – Interprofessional Collaboration: The Soft Skill You Didn't Know You Needed – Catherine Andrea PT, MPT, EdD
You’ve got a patient that you really need to discuss with the ENT and the MD, but just the thought of approaching them to give your recommendations has you shaking in your scrubs. Wouldn’t it be great if you worked together like peanut butter and jelly instead of oil...
250 – The Team Sport of PFD with Melissa Gonzalez Ph.D., HSP BCBA-D; Clinical Psychologist
Why would a BCBA treat PFD?! Isn’t that an SLP’s job? If you're interested in PFD and believe in treating the entire patient through the evidence-based triad, you will thoroughly enjoy this conversation that shows us that PFD really is a team sport! In this episode of...
249 – All Things Pediatric Feeding
Want to learn more about pediatric feeding disorders? Or maybe improve your clinical confidence and competence? You won’t want to miss this weeks episode (and you’ll probably want to grab the show notes too!) In this week’s episode of SYP, I have a conversation with...
248 – SLPs Scrubbing In: Awake Craniotomy from the SLP Perspective – Joel Starner, MA-SLP
Have you ever wanted to be a fly on the wall during neuro surgeries? Or maybe even scrub in on an awake craniotomy? My guest this week does exactly that, and is looking to teach SLPs how to integrate into their OR team as well! In this episode of SYP, I have a...
247 – NMES: What it is and what it isn't – Matthew Dumican Ph.D., CCC-SLP
If you've ever felt a little boggled by the talk of parameters, and placement, and the nitty-gritty of NMES, you will love this conversation where Dr. Matthew Dumican clears the muddied waters. In this episode of SYP, I have an enlightening conversation with Matt...
246 – AAC and the MedSLP: Embracing the Challenge – Katie Threlkeld M.S., CCC-SLP
Have you seen a patient whose communication needs left you totally stumped? Maybe the AAC class you took in grad school isn’t the freshest in your mind these days? If so, you’re going to want to download the show notes and soak up every word of this week’s episode! In...
245 – From EI to SNF: Thriving as a Generalist SLP Across the Continuum of Care
Do you want to experience every setting and help every population in your career as an SLP? Jenny Howard is doing exactly that and thriving as a generalist SLP! She’s sharing her story in episode 245 of SYP, and this is one you won’t want to miss. Jenny leaves you...
244 – Implementation Science: Bridging the Gap Between “Know Better” and “Do Better”
Ever feel like changing the status quo in your facility is an uphill battle that you’re only losing ground in? Or maybe you’re feeling the weight of knowing better but running into roadblocks when you try to do better? We’ve all been there. We’ve heard, “change takes...
237 – Why Google Hired an SLP: From Rehab to Transforming Tech, Our Work Matters
Would you ever look for a job with Google as an SLP? What on earth would an SLP do for Google? In episode 237 of SYP, I have the privilege of talking with Katie Seaver, CCC-SLP, about her role as an SLP working for Google to help expand voice recognition to include...
243 – Pediatric Feeding and Swallowing: From the NICU and Beyond
Is PFD a passion of yours? Are you working on manifesting that dream NICU gig? We’ve got an episode just for you! Prepare to swoon! In this episode of SYP, I have the privilege of talking with Kara Larson, MS, CCC-SLP, about her role as director of a team of 18 SLPs...
242 – LANA Certified SLPs? Count us in!
In this episode of SYP, I have the privilege of talking with Mallory Moore, SLP.D., CCC-SLP, CLT-LANA. Dr. Moore shares her journey through the LANA certification process and how lymphedema treatment is changing her practice, improving the lives of her patients, and...
241 – Managing Secretions with SWIK: The Oral Suction System with Rebecca Altounain
From hairstylist to…. Saliva management system creator? That’s the real-life story of Rebecca Altounian, and you won’t want to miss out on her passion for serving the dysphagia population! In episode 241 of SYP, I have the privilege of talking with Rebecca Altounian,...
240 – Mealtime Considerations for Patients with Dementia with Erin Butler, MS, CCC-SLP
When dysphagia meets dementia, SLPs play a vital role on the interdisciplinary team and should be a corner stone in care until end of life in this population. Clinicians must understand the appropriate assessment tools and treatment methods, and train...
239 – The Birth of the Preterm Infant Feeding and Swallowing Laboratory: from NICU to PhD and Back Again
Imagine a lab that not only teaches you to identify clinical markers associated with aspiration in preterm infants, describe the laryngeal chemoreflex and cough reflex developments, and recognize infant engagement and disengagement behaviors. You’ll be able to...
238 – Transitional foods: How much do we really know about them? – Ekaterina Bruno MEd, CCC-SLP, BCS-S
Transitional foods have been a brand new category introduced to SLPs in recent years, but how much do we really know about them? In this episode, Ekaterina Bruno M.Ed, CCC-SLP, BCS-S walks us through the research and explains the benefits that various populations have...
236 – Landing and Leaving Your SLP Dream Job
The NICU is a highly sought-after setting for our field, so why would one leave their NICU position? In episode 236 of SYP, I have the privilege of talking with Rebecca Smith, MS, CCC-SLP, CNT, CLC, about her journey into the NICU and back again as she's pursuing her...
235 – MBSImP: Past, Present, and Future
Ever wondered how the MBSImP became THE standardization of MBSS? Where did the 17 components and 12 swallows come from? If you’ve had those questions or just really love to learn about all things swallowing, this is the episode for you! In episode of 235 SYP, I have...
234 – Dysphagia Naturally: Becoming the Resource You've Yet to Find – Julia Tuchman
We usually listen to clinicians share their experiences, but what if we handed the mic to the patient? In episode 234 of SYP, I have the privilege of talking with Julia Tuchman about her experience of living with dysphagia for the last three decades. Julia's diagnosis...
233 – Laryngologists and SLPs: Head and Neck BFFs with Gregory Postma, MD
Are you BFFs with your laryngologist? How much more would you love your job if they were? I’m sitting down with a laryngologist who is as big of a fan of SLPs as anyone else and he’s sharing his experiences with working with a true team of interdisciplinary...