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Pill dysphagia represents a common yet frequently overlooked source of morbidity, treatment nonadherence, and reduced quality of life. This webinar will review the epidemiology and clinical features of pill swallowing difficulties, highlight key aspects of the diagnostic workup and discuss current approaches to multidisciplinary management. Attendees will gain practical strategies for incorporating pill dysphagia screening and assessment into swallowing evaluation and counseling for patient-specific difficulties and needs. The session will also explore opportunities to partner with pharmacists, advocate for patient-centered medication design, and engage pharmaceutical manufacturers in developing formulations that better meet the needs of individuals with swallowing impairment. Please tune in to learn more about and discuss this important but often neglected aspect of dysphagia care.
Learning Objectives
- Appreciate the scope of the problem of pill dysphagia.
- Understand best practices and evidence-based approaches for evaluating pill swallowing as part of comprehensive dysphagia assessment.
- Empower engagement of entire clinical team to address specific patient medication needs.
- Recognize opportunities for advocacy and improved public safety with pharmaceutical dispensaries and manufacturers.
***Please read important information: This webinar is available for PDH (professional development hours). You will receive a certificate of completion 3-5 business days following the live presentation along with any applicable handouts and access to the recording. The recording will come via a link from Zoom. It will not be uploaded to your Dysphagia Cafe account unless requested. It is highly recommended to locate the confirmation email from Zoom as soon as you register as this often goes to spam and can be difficult to find the day before or the day of the webinar. You do not have to attend live in order to get access to the recording. When you register for this webinar you will be able to attend live for free and/or receive the recording for free. Once it is on-demand, there will be a small fee to access the recording.
Presenters
Maggie Kuhn, MD, MAS
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Ultrasound is emerging as an accessible, non-invasive adjunct, expanding the toolkit of existing modalities for dysphagia assessment and management. This webinar covers the application of static ultrasound imaging techniques, including quantitative muscle ultrasound to evaluate underlying dysphagia mechanisms, and real-time visualization of salivary glands to guide botulinum toxin injections. It also covers dynamic evaluation, including assessment of vocal fold movement and hyoid displacement, as both a screening and biofeedback tool. Join us for evidence-informed insights relevant to real-world clinical practice.
Learning Objectives
***Please read important information: This webinar is available for PDH (professional development hours). You will receive a certificate of completion 3-5 business days following the live presentation along with any applicable handouts and 90 day access to the recording. The recording will come via a link from Zoom. It will not be uploaded to your Dysphagia Cafe account unless requested. It is highly recommended to locate the confirmation email from Zoom as soon as you register as this often goes to spam and can be difficult to find the day before or the day of the webinar. You do not have to attend live in order to get access to the recording as it will be available on-demand.
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Jodi Allen, PhD
Description
Preparing graduate students for the complexities of medical speech-language pathology requires more than traditional coursework; it demands opportunities to practice clinical decision-making in realistic, low-stakes environments. This webinar explores how simulation-based training, including standardized patient methodologies and AI-powered tools, can bridge the gap between academic preparation and clinical readiness. Participants will examine the evidence supporting simulation in health professions education, explore practical frameworks for designing and implementing simulation experiences in medical SLP programs, and consider how these approaches build confidence and competence before students encounter real patients. Case examples from an active graduate SLP program will illustrate both the possibilities and the practical realities of getting a simulation program off the ground. Whether you are a clinical educator looking to strengthen your curriculum or a clinician curious about innovative training approaches, this session offers actionable strategies and a roadmap for bringing simulation into medical SLP education.
Learning Objectives
***Please read important information: This webinar is available for PDH (professional development hours). You will receive a certificate of completion 3-5 business days following the live presentation along with any applicable handouts and 90 day access to the recording. The recording will come via a link from Zoom. It will not be uploaded to your Dysphagia Cafe account unless requested. It is highly recommended to locate the confirmation email from Zoom as soon as you register as this often goes to spam and can be difficult to find the day before or the day of the webinar. You do not have to attend live in order to get access to the recording as it will be available on-demand.
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