Swallow the Gap

In perhaps the most laid back and chaotic episode ever, George and Tim discuss factors that influence clinical decision making. This episode discusses foundations to allow medical SLPs to be more empirical and evidence-based our decision making. The discussion exalts the idea of harnessing our ability to think overcome flaws in clinical reasoning and to critically to facilitate more ideal outcomes...

In this episode we integrate the experiences of three unique individuals who all landed in the same program, but with vastly different roles: a student, director of clinical education, and an associate professor. Themes include– but aren’t limited to - transitioning from student to clinician, self-assessment, fostering synergy via dialogue & debate, guidance for grads & mentors, and sharin...

Dr. Julie Barkmeier-Kraemer discusses the transformative impact of learning from failure, managing self-expectations, and imposter syndrome. She draws from her experience as a clinician, instructor, researcher, administrator, and more to provide insights into developing oneself and revolutionizing education for speech-language pathologists. With brief tangents about cranial nerves and clinical swa...

This episode is essential for anyone struggling with conflicting expectations from their education, patients, administration, and personal goals. Our guest, Ed Bice, delves into how we can reconcile differences when we are faced with competing ideas. We explore strategies for navigating challenging situations and enhancing communication skills. Additionally, the episode focuses on the importance o...

On today's episode, we scratch the surface on variables beyond aspiration that impact dysphagia-related pneumonia in our patients. Our guest, Dr. John R. Ashford, Ph. D., brings a wealth of knowledge from his experience in clinical practice, academia, and research. Furthermore, we discuss lab values,  education, life-long learning, and how SLPs can become more medically-focused in their patie...

Raele Donetha Robison, PhD, CCC-SLP of University of Wisconsin-Madison offers her perspectives on healthcare inequities faced by individuals with dysphagia. With her rich understanding of complexities in patient care - such as the concepts of functional reserves and homeostasis - she provides enlightening comparisons between the challenges encountered in healthcare on both individual and societal...

Dr. Vose touches on the importance of nuance while reflecting on her 2018 paper, "A Survey of Clinician Decision Making When Identifying Swallowing Impairments and Determining Treatment," and why understanding the methodology in research is a key element of evidence based practice. This episode also discusses translating science outside of speech-language pathology into our practice, the...

Dr. Jeanette Benigas shares her insight into ethical dysphagia intervention that exemplifies patient-centered care. What do you do when a patient is not agreeable to your recommendations? How do we be sure to not undermine patient autonomy when a patient wants something that we may not consider to be "safe"? Bio: Jeanette E. Benigas, PhD Dr. Jeanette E. Benigas owns Safe Swallowing Diagn...

Dr. Carly Barbon from M.D. Anderson Cancer Center (Houston, TX) and Faith Hoelzel-Lemke from Huntsman Cancer Center (Salt Lake City, UT) provide a glimpse into specialized dysphagia care for patients with - and survivors of - cancers of the head and neck (HNC). Join us in this jovial dialogue and learn makes care for this population so memorable! Go Pack... Go?! Bios: Carly E. A. Barbon, PhD Dr. C...

Guests: Dr. Martin Brodsky, & Jo Puntil  Join us in a conversation exploring what it means to be your authentic self while providing patient-centered care in a high-stakes medical setting.   Bios Martin Brodsky, PhD, ScM, CCC-SLP, ASHA Fellow Dr. Martin Brodsky is the Section Head for Speech-Language Pathology in the Head and Neck Institute at Cleveland Clinic and Adjunct Associate Professor o...