According to the ASHA’s 2019 Annual Member and Affiliate Profile, the race and ethnicity demographics in the field of Speech-Language Pathology is largely homogenous—with many minority groups sorely underrepresented. ASHA endorses the idea that “cultural competence=clinical competence”, furthering the representation and understanding of cultural and linguistically diverse groups can result in better patient care. While there have been and currently are many efforts to increase diversity in our field, the numbers have remained relatively stagnant over the years.

Show notes: https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/s3e26

One of the goals of the Speech Uncensored Podcast is to shine a spotlight on resources for SLPs. Today I want to turn the focus to podcasts! There are so many great SLP podcasts out there. Let’s take an inside look at one. For episode 74, I’m joined by Rachel Madel, part of the dynamic duo on the Talking with Tech podcast. We had a great conversation about Rachel’s journey to becoming a podcast host and how the Talking with Tech podcast has shaped her clinical practice. Rachel shared about the format of the podcast, what listeners can expect when they listen, and her top 5 episodes. I’m sure every episode is a treasure to Rachel, so in selecting her top 5, she considered episodes that would have a meaningful impact on new listeners. Show notes: https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/s3e25

This course is designed to provide the basics of burn injury and rehabilitation from the perspective of a speech language pathologist. It will explore the prevalence of this diagnostic group and the unique factors to consider in both assessment and treatment of labial, facial and cervical contractures. Classification of burns will be reviewed, types of grafts, as well as how the depth and location of the injury will guide the course of treatment. Visit the show notes for additional resources: https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/s3e24

Health-related quality of life (HRQL) is the impact of a health condition on the individual’s ability to lead a fulfilling life. Researchers have identified determinants of HRQL in stroke survivors with aphasia to include communication, mobility, mental/emotional health, role, and social functioning. The use of patient-reported outcomes to capture HRQL in people with aphasia may better facilitate client-centered treatment approaches in this population. Visit the show notes for additional resources: https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/s3e23

Traditionally, SLPs have generated goals for therapy based on a patient’s performance on an impairment-based assessment tool. This can lead to poor patient engagement in therapy. Megan Sutton has gathered a collection of resources into a guide for SLPs to develop patient centered goals in aphasia therapy. Learn how to implement the guide and the tools discussed to generate relevant therapy goals for your patients. Visit the show notes for additional resources: https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/s3e22

The medical management of concussion is advancing and SLPs have a role to play in addressing the cognitive symptoms. Dr. Michael Rippee specializes in concussion management with his work in sports neurology. Dr. Rippee provides insight to neurology’s role in the care progression of a patient with a concussion and how our two fields collaborate to address the patient’s symptoms. Join Leigh Ann & Michael as they discuss expectations and symptom management in the care of a patient after experiencing a concussion.

Show notes available at : https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/s3e20

Kelsey Day, M.S., CCC-SLP joins us to discuss the crucial elements of dysphagia documentation, from Clinical Swallow Evaluation (in part one) to instrumentation to treatment. Dysphagia documentation need not only reflect skilled service, but should also contribute new, valuable information to the medical team and guide future dysphagia care. Our documentation should demonstrate “whole picture” understanding of our patient’s goals, values, rehabilitation potential, personal risk factors for dysphagia-related complication, and more. Our discussion covers the importance of thorough documentation and provides several case studies. Show notes available at : https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/s3e20

Dr. Amanda Stead introduced us to issues related to end-of-life care for the SLP in episode 58. This is a brief teaser for Dr. Stead's future 2 hour lecture that will air December 2020. Show notes: https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/s3e19

Kelsey Day, MS, CCC-SLP joins us to discuss the crucial elements of dysphagia documentation, focusing on the Clinical Swallow Evaluation. Dysphagia documentation need not only reflect skilled service, but should also contribute new, valuable information to the medical team and guide future dysphagia care. Our documentation should demonstrate “whole picture” understanding of our patient’s goals, values, rehabilitation potential, personal risk factors for dysphagia-related complication, and more. Our discussion covers the importance of thorough documentation and provides a case study. Show notes available at : https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/s3e18

Age-related voice changes (presbyphonia) are characterized by decreased loudness, increased hoarseness, and greater vocal effort. Patients with presbyphonia demonstrate different pathogenic profiles of laryngeal and respiratory deficits. Such deficits are thought to arise from negative changes to muscle structure and muscle strength or function in addition to the aging process. Phonation Resistance Training Exercises (PhoRTE) is a Level 1B voice therapy to treat presbyphonia (that is, published prospective, randomized, and controlled clinical trial). PhoRTE voice therapy is guided by principles of exercise physiology and requires patients to produce progressively higher vocal intensities during vocal tasks. By progressively overloading the phonatory system in PhoRTE, patients regain their vocal power with less vocal effort. Importantly, PhoRTE voice therapy places a strong emphasis on understanding the values of successful aging to promote communication, socialization, and vocation in our older adult population. Show Notes: https://www.speechuncensored.com/podcastepisodes/s3e17