More than 30,000 dysphagia specialists use NMES for treating dysphagia. With increased interest, comes increased questions and concern. This interactive live stream forum will answer current hot topic questions regarding NMES for dysphagia. The instructor, who has earned a Specialty Certificate and credentials as a Certified NMES for Swallowing (NDC) in NMES for dysphagia will clarify many questions surrounding the use of this modality, including the following:
The instructor will also answer pre-submitted questions as well as live questions regarding the truths (or not) other than those listed above.
NOTE: This course is open to any dysphagia therapist who is interested in learning more about NMES for dysphagia. The course is also appropriate for those already trained.
Course Requirements:Kelly is a speech-language pathologist (SLP) specializing in the treatment of adults with communication and swallowing disorders across the continuum of care. She has been a Board Certified Specialist in Swallowing and Swallowing Disorders (BCS-S) since 2011 and is one of the only SLPs in the U.S. to earn designation in 2014 as a Lymphology Association of North America Certified Lymphedema Therapist (CLT-LANA) specializing in the treatment of head and neck lymphedema. Over the past several years of her career, Kelly has focused on becoming an expert in the treatment of swallowing disorders resulting from many medical conditions including head and neck cancer, stroke, and progressive disease and recently became one of the first SLPs to earn the NDC credential (NMES for dysphagia certified). She also works with individuals following total laryngectomy to rehabilitate and restore communication and swallowing function. Kelly was awarded her bachelors degree in speech pathology and audiology at Stockton University in New Jersey, her masters degree in speech pathology at New York University, and is currently completing her clinical doctorate in speech pathology at Nova Southeastern University. Kelly takes pride in contributing to the field of speech-language pathology through teaching a graduate-level dysphagia course at Temple University in Philadelphia, supervising speech-pathology students, presenting posters and lectures at national conferences, publishing articles on various topics related to swallowing and communication disorders, and engaging in multidisciplinary research initiatives. She is currently in the process of completing a clinical research study examining swallowing-related outcomes for individuals undergoing specialized robotic surgery for head and neck cancer. Kelly works in an otolaryngology practice at a large academic medical center in Philadelphia, PA and is dedicated to providing the highest level of evidence-based care for all of her patients.
Financial Disclosure: Kelly receives honoraria from CIAO Seminars for the presentation of this course. She also receives royalties for the purchase of her recorded course(s)
Non-Financial Disclosure: Kelly uses VitalStim Therapy in her practice.
Introductory Level
0.1 ASHA CEUs
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- Rochester, MI / Mar 2024
Excellent, well organized information. Knowledgeable instructor who knows how to cut to the chase!
- North Tonawanda, NY / Feb 2024
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- Birmingham, AL / Feb 2024
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- Six Mile, SC / Feb 2024
Great course. Enjoyed all speakers. Yorick was one of my instructors along with Marci years ago! Loved the course then and now. The course I took years ago, has been the most used course I have ever attended.
- Laurel, MS / Jan 2024
This information was very beneficial. thank you for offering the course.
- Conyngham, PA / Jan 2024
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- Tulsa, OK / Jan 2024
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- Highland Park, NJ / Jan 2024
Thank you! I learned so much from this course!! Even debunked a debate with a colleague. I am excited to take the renewal course soon.
- Harrodsburg, KY / Jan 2024
The course was easy to follow and understand. I definitely learned something from it which I appreciate.
- Inverness, FL / Aug 2023
Great course.
- Jackson, TN / Apr 2023
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- Gallatin, TN / Apr 2023
Great inservice.
- Lake Charles, LA / Apr 2023
Very informative! Thank you!
- Stratham, NH / Mar 2023
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- St Louis, MO / Mar 2023
Very informative lecture! Many practical questions asked by audience!
- Irvine, CA / Mar 2023
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- Florence, MS / Jan 2023
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- Schoolcraft, MI / Jan 2023
The written word paired with audible was helpful.
- Longview, TX / Dec 2022
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- Las Vegas, NV / Dec 2022
Thank you for offering this course free of charge! Please do more!
- REGO PARK, NY / Nov 2022
Great topic. All myths have come up when using and discussing NMES. Once again, very relevant topic.
- Bay Shore, NY / Nov 2022
Awesome presentation
- Austin, TX / Oct 2022
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- Red Bank, NJ / Oct 2022
Thorough review about the topic. Excellent course! Thank you!
- Orland Park, IL / Oct 2022
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- Lincoln, NE / Oct 2022