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The Swallow Your Pride Podcast was created with the purpose of diving deeper 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. The Swallow Your Pride Podcast is hosted by Theresa Richard, M.A., CCC-SLP, BCS-S, a Board Certified Specialist in Swallowing and Swallowing Disorders. Theresa has a unique way of spreading digestible, evidence-based information so that clinicians of all levels of experience can implement it with their patients immediately.

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The Swallow Your Pride Podcast was created with the purpose of diving deeper 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. The Swallow Your Pride Podcast is hosted by Theresa Richard, M.A., CCC-SLP, BCS-S, a Board Certified Specialist in Swallowing and Swallowing Disorders. Theresa has a unique way of spreading digestible, evidence-based information so that clinicians of all levels of experience can implement it with their patients immediately.

    320 – Becoming A Medical SLP with Chanelle Tignor

    320 – Becoming A Medical SLP with Chanelle Tignor

    Wondering how to start a medical career with your SLP graduate degree?



    Get ready for an episode packed with wisdom and inspiration as Theresa sits down with Chanelle Tignor, M.S., CCC-SLP, discussing her journey from graduate school to her medical career. 



    Theresa and Chanelle walk you through the importance of exploring different settings, diving into resources beyond the classroom (helllooo internet!), and remaining curious to learn from your patients and research.



    You’ll also get to hear about Chanelle’s future goals and how she aims to own her own practice and mentor the next generation of SLPs. 



    Timestamps:



    Getting into Graduate School (00:02:26)

    Exploring Different Settings (00:01:16)

    Importance of Open-mindedness (00:07:15)

    Research and Observation (00:09:45)

    On-the-Job Learning (00:12:09)

    The networking journey (17:58)

    Importance of networking (19:08)

    Challenges in graduate school (24:42)

    Self-study and preceptorship (29:23)

    Passion for the profession (32:04)

    Finding Passion and Drive (00:34:10)

    Career Aspirations (00:35:29)

    Gap in Early Intervention (00:38:25)

    Standing Out in the Medical Field (00:40:49)

    Continuous Learning and Growth (00:46:50)

    • 52 min
    319 – Moving From Words to Numbers: What SLPs Should Know About Acalculia

    319 – Moving From Words to Numbers: What SLPs Should Know About Acalculia

    Adding, subtracting, dividing...we interact with math and numbers on a daily basis.It's more than just algebra skills. Even understanding which price is higher or lower than others is a part of our numeric duties. And SLPs have an important role in helping those with stroke or head injury improve their calculation skills.Which is why I'm SO excited to have Brett McCardel, PhD, SLP on today’s episode of the Swallow Your Pride Podcast!We’re diving deep into a topic that’s often overlooked in clinical discourse…Acalculia.In this episode, we discuss:



    The historical context of acalculia

    Acalculia’s context & classification

    Assessment tools & treatments for acalculia

    The complex nuances and implications for daily functioning with acalculia

    The intersection of neuroscience, clinical practice, & patient-centered care

    Tune in today! 



    Get the show notes for this episode here! https://syppodcast.com/319



    Timestamps:



    Aphasia Rehabilitation Approach (00:03:07)

    Neuroanatomy and Functional Mechanism (00:04:55)

    Introduction to Acalculia (00:06:42)

    Symptoms and Numerical Format (00:08:19)

    Interest in Acalculia (00:10:23)

    Impact on Quality of Life (00:11:44)

    Relationship Between Math and Language (00:14:56)

    History and Classification of Acalculia (00:19:12)

    The classifications of acalculia (00:23:20)

    The impact of acalculia on quality of life (00:26:01)

    Assessment objectives for acalculia (00:28:17)

    Patient experience with acalculia (00:29:23)

    Models for conceptualizing acalculia (00:27:03)

    Treatment approaches for acalculia (00:38:02)

    Conclusion and call to action (00:43:18)

    • 47 min
    318 – The SLP’s Role in Oral Health Initiatives: Something to Flap Your Gums About

    318 – The SLP’s Role in Oral Health Initiatives: Something to Flap Your Gums About

    Oral care has taken on a life of its own in the SLP world, and with good reason! We now know more than ever the importance of good oral hygiene and its impact on health - especially for people with dysphagia.But what can you actually do to move the needle in your facility so patient oral care is a higher priority? Particularly when it comes to preventing non-ventilator hospital-acquired pneumonia (NVHAP).Dr. Erin McCarthy is here to talk all about that in this week’s episode of the Swallow Your Pride Podcast!



    Dr. McCarthy, with over 26 years of experience as an SLP specializing in swallowing disorders, shares her journey from working in acute inpatient settings to establishing her own private practice and spearheading initiatives to improve patient care outcomes. She opens up and shares her project on oral care, highlighting the alarming trend of inadequate oral hygiene among hospitalized patients and the subsequent development of NVHAP.Ready to learn about oral health initiatives and spark a healthy change in your facility?Tune in to this week’s discussion to hear what Dr. McCarthy has to say about it!



    Get the show notes for this episode here : https://syppodcast.com/318

    • 54 min
    317 – The ABCs of ACDF Surgery and Dysphagia

    317 – The ABCs of ACDF Surgery and Dysphagia

    Have you ever worked with a patient with swallowing difficulties post anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) surgery?



    Or maybe you've noticed surgeons don't even acknowledge the implications ACDF surgery can have on swallowing…..



    Medical SLP and NYU doctoral student in the Swallow Research Lab, Brynn Jones-Restelli, opens up the conversation to this tricky population on this week's episode of the Swallow Your Pride Podcast!Brynn walks us through a general overview of ACDF surgery, its nutritional implications, what we can expect to see as "normal abnormalities" post-ACDF surgery, and how to optimize post-surgical outcomes.



    You'll also get to hear about her current research and how she aims to characterize changes in swallowing associated with spinal disease and following spinal surgery.Ready to learn the ABCs of ACDF surgery and dysphagia?



    Tune in to this week’s discussion and see what Brynn has to share about it!



    Get the show notes for this episode here : https://syppodcast.com/317

    • 52 min
    316. All Things Dentistry: Bridging the Gap Between SLPs and Dental Professionals

    316. All Things Dentistry: Bridging the Gap Between SLPs and Dental Professionals

    Curious about how effective collaboration between dentists and SLPs will enhance advocacy and optimize patient care? 



    Sara Davis and Sara Charney discuss their collaboration and the unique topic of speech pathology’s relationship with dentistry, in today’s episode. Sara Davis is a specialist in voice, swallowing, head and neck cancer, & airway disorders, and the founder of VoxFit. Working at Mayo Clinic in Arizona and living in Baltimore, Sara Charney specializes in voice and swallowing disorders, particularly pertaining to head and neck cancer.



    Sara & Sara guide the conversation through the birth of the idea of collaborating with dentists, the importance of collaborations, developing a collaborative model, research supporting collaboration, and advocacy & future plans. Join Theresa, Sara, & Sara as they navigate this uncharted territory, paving the way for a future where interdisciplinary collaboration is the norm, not the exception.



    Oh, and get ready to feel a surge of inspiration!









    Get the show notes for this episode here! https://syppodcast.com/316

    • 44 min
    315 – Transforming Productivity: From Dreaded to Advantageous

    315 – Transforming Productivity: From Dreaded to Advantageous

    Are you frustrated with dreading productivity expectations at your facility? Or maybe you are fed up with feeling like you are constantly battling the clock…. This episode encourages you to reclaim productivity in your favor and your patients!









    In this episode of the Swallow Your Pride Podcast, have a conversation with Theresa Richard MA CCC-SLP, BCS-S and her fellow colleague, Lysa Johnson, who is a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP), Clinical Mentor, and Rehabilitation Program Development Specialist.

    Lysa explains her personal experience with new documentation for caregiver training and Medicare changes, and Theresa advocates for self-education and effective communication, as crucial steps to overcoming productivity challenges. This episode is inspirational for providers and patients, alike!









    Listen, learn, and let’s revolutionize the way we view and handle productivity in speech-language pathology together.









    Don’t miss out on the FREE virtual workshop, starting February 19, with specialized training continuing the conversation of improving your productivity, as a MedSLP! Message “PRODUCTIVITY” to Theresa’s Instagram or visit the MedSLP Collective website to learn more and register.









    https://syppodcast.com/315

    • 29 min

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mushroom farmer🍄 ,

Your title is misleading!

I haven’t listened to this podcast yet but I think that Maybe you should change the title because it could come off as homophobic just a disclaimer

ST in the midwest ,

Just ok…. Theresa talks too much

A lot of great information, however,
Would be even better if the host rambled less and allowed her guests to actually speak. There are now better medical SLP podcasts out there.

8mileandnovarra ,

Informative!

Love this podcast
Please bring on Aproova Ramaswammy

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