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390 – SLP Billing Changes: Breaking Down the 92507 Proposal
The proposed changes to CPT code 92507 have sparked a lot of discussion across the SLP community. Many clinicians are seeing numbers circulating online and understandably feeling worried about what this might mean for reimbursement and clinical practice. In this...
389 – Respiratory–Swallow Coordination in Parkinson’s: What the Research Actually Shows
In this episode of Swallow Your Pride, Theresa sits down with Dr. Rabab Rangwala, PhD, CCC-SLP, to explore the science behind respiratory–swallow coordination in Parkinson’s disease and what it means for clinical practice. They dive into how breathing patterns can...
388 – Parkinson’s, Swallowing, and Deep Brain Stimulation: What Clinicians Need to Know
Dysphagia in Parkinson’s disease is not one-size-fits-all, and treatment decisions shouldn’t be either.In this episode of Swallow Your Pride, Theresa is joined by PD Dr. Bendix Labeit, MBA, neurologist and clinician-scientist, and Jule Hofacker, MSc, speech-language...
387 – From Picky Eaters to Happy Eaters: Strategies for Pediatric Feeding Success
In this episode of the "Swallow Your Pride" podcast, bilingual SLP Margaryta Kuzmin shares her expertise on pediatric feeding disorders in early intervention. She discusses the vital role of SLPs, the importance of early identification, and practical steps—ensuring...
386 – Empowering Caregivers: Practical Solutions for Managing Dysphagia at Home
In this powerful episode of Swallow Your Pride, caregiver and author Diane Wolff shares the real-life journey that transformed her mother’s dysphagia diagnosis into a mission to empower millions of families. Diane reveals the practical, step-by-step systems she...
385 – Navigating the Complexities of Speech Disorders After Stroke: A Deep Dive into Current Research and Practices
In this episode of "Swallow Your Pride," host Theresa Richard brings together a panel of NIH-funded researchers from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to unpack the complexity of diagnosing and treating motor speech disorders after left-hemisphere...
384 – The Ultimate Guide to Reflux Relief: Combining Lifestyle Changes with Innovative Products
In this "Swallow Your Pride" episode, host Theresa Richard and Shayne Reid from Reflux Gourmet discuss innovative, all-natural solutions for managing acid reflux, including their alginate therapy and new functional chewing gum. They explore the science, safety, and...
383 – From Research to Reality: The Innovative Devices Revolutionizing Swallowing Therapy
In this episode of "Swallow Your Pride," host Theresa Richard speaks with George Barnes MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S and Ross Dunbar from Progia Medical about innovative technologies for dysphagia care. They discuss the Swallow Therapy System (STS) and Insta device, which...
382 – Bridging the Communication Gap: Effective Strategies for Early AAC Use in Adult Care Settings
In this episode of "Swallow Your Pride," host Theresa Richard interviews Beth McHose, a seasoned speech-language pathologist and AAC specialist. They discuss the importance of early AAC (augmentative and alternative communication) introduction for adults in acute and...
381 – The Game-Changer for Speech Therapy: How IndiAide is Redefining Patient Engagement
In this episode of "Swallow Your Pride," host Theresa Richard interviews Alyssa Antcliff, SLP and CEO of IndiAide. Alyssa shares her journey from clinician to tech entrepreneur, introducing IndiAide’s evidence-based remote therapeutic monitoring (RTM) platform for...
380 – From Burnout to Breakthrough: How Dr. Sandiford Built a Time-Saving Tool for SLPs
Raise your hand if you’ve ever stayed late at work typing notes… …or worse, took your documentation home “just for an hour” that turned into the whole night. Givona Sandiford, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, CAS, CSM, ATACP, SHRM-CP gets it, because she’s been there. In this episode...
379 – From Adult Rehab to Neonatal Care: One SLP’s Journey to the NICU
In this episode of "Swallow Your Pride," Nicole Scafura, a speech-language pathologist and certified neonatal therapist in a New York City Level IV NICU shares her unique career journey from adult care to pediatric feeding and swallowing. She discusses the...
378 – More Than a Voice: How One SLP Built a Movement of Access & Advocacy
What if speech therapy for Parkinson’s didn’t just help... but stayed with patients for life? In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Samantha Elandary, MA, CCC-SLP, founder and CEO of the Parkinson Voice Project—and the powerhouse behind the SPEAK OUT!® therapy...
377 – From Blended to Beautiful: Elevating Texture-Modified Meals with Andy Cullum
Dysphagia—difficulty swallowing—affects millions worldwide, especially older adults and those in care settings. For these individuals, mealtime can become a source of anxiety, frustration, and even malnutrition. But what if texture-modified diets could be transformed...
376 – Tackling the Challenges of Pediatric Feeding: What Every Clinician Should Know
In this episode of Swallow Your Pride, Dr. Amy Delaney—assistant professor at Marquette University and director of the Neurodevelopmental Feeding and Swallowing Lab—shares groundbreaking insights into pediatric feeding development. She discusses her recent scoping...
375 – Beyond the Lecture: The Future of Med SLP Learning
Ever leave a CEU course thinking… “Okay, but how do I actually do this with a patient tomorrow?” In this episode, Theresa Richard sits down with Kristen West, Ed.D, CCC-SLP to talk all things active learning—including how we’ve evolved from death-by-PowerPoint to...
374 – Building Confidence in FEES: The Key to Successful Swallowing Assessments
What happens when a passionate SLP flies to Hawaii to train a hospital team in FEES—and ends up learning just as much as she teaches? In this episode, Theresa shares the powerful, behind-the-scenes story of a multi-day FEES training in a hospital system. From the...
373 – From Board-Certified in Swallowing… to Getting a Feeding Tube for My Son
After an unexpected summer hiatus, we’re back with a solo episode that’s part update, part confession, and 100% from the heart. In this deeply personal kickoff to the new season, Theresa opens up about a professional ego check she didn’t see coming—one that hit...
372 – What If Reflux Isn’t Just an Acid Problem? A New Way to Think About It with RefluxRaft
What do you get when you mix a surgeon, a scientist, and a self-proclaimed “tinkerer” who also happens to struggle with reflux? You get Dr. James Daniero—and you get this conversation about RefluxRaft. In this episode, Theresa Richard chats with Dr. Daniero, an ENT...
371 – When Care Misses the Mark: How Health Literacy Impacts Our Patients
“They just told me I had a stroke—but no one ever explained what that means.” In this eye-opening episode, Theresa chats with with bilingual SLP and educator Jackie Rodriguez to unpack one of the most overlooked drivers of poor outcomes: health literacy. We’re diving...