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289 – Tracheostomy Care Isn’t What It Used to Be: Insights from an SLP and a Surgeon Aug 04, 2023

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How confident are you in your trach and vent knowledge?

What about the interprofessional collaboration, patient advocacy, and therapeutic techniques we should be fighting for with this population?

In this episode of the Swallow Your Pride Podcast, Rachael Silveira, a passionate tracheostomy specialist, teamed up with Dr. Nicole López, a surgical critical care fellow, to address the gaps in tracheostomy care they witnessed. They noticed that patients were falling through the cracks and not receiving the optimal care they deserved. And let me tell you, their journey to revolutionize tracheostomy care is nothing short of awe-inspiring.

Get the show notes at: https://syppodcast.com/289

[00:02:48] Collaboration and Advocacy for Tracheostomy Care

[00:06:41] Roles of Surgeons and Speech-Language Pathologists in Tracheostomy Care

[00:09:15] Culture Shift in Tracheostomy Care

[00:10:17] Gaining Knowledge in Tracheostomy Care

[00:11:50] Collaboration and Education in Tracheostomy Management

[00:18:02] Inline pacing and ventilator settings

[00:19:26] Collaboration between SLPs and physicians

[00:22:39] Setting patients up for success in the next level of care

[00:26:17]Collaboration and Communication in Tracheostomy Care

[00:27:25]The Impact of Providing a Voice to Patients

[00:28:02] The Ideal Course and Setup for Tracheostomy Care

[00:34:26] Evaluating Secretions and Managing Tracheostomy

[00:35:09] Tube Exchange and Downsize Considerations

[00:39:00] Collaboration and Communication in Tracheostomy Care

[00:43:49] Importance of interdisciplinary collaboration in tracheostomy care and patient outcomes.

[00:44:01] Challenges in tracheostomy management and the need for better communication and education.

[00:45:11] Advocacy for the use of fees (Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing) in tracheostomy patients and its impact on patient care.

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288 – Disarming SLPs and Unleashing Potential: From Supporting through Sticky Situations to Celebrating Successes, They’ve seen it all. Jul 21, 2023

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Disarming SLPs… Guiding SLPs… Standing by SLP…
☝️These are just three powerful purposes of mentorship in our field.

And in part 2 of our mentors episode, MedSLP Ed Mentors Isabel, George, Jessica, and Lori continue to share their humanizing insights into the world of medical SLP mentorship and bring heartwarming stories to the discussion.

Stories like perseverance in the fluoroscopy suite when a young SLP felt the pressure to call it quits - but she chose a different route…
Stories like breaking barriers, building programs, and doing what feels like the impossible in the medical settings as an SLP….

All thanks to the right mentorship.

This episode is a celebration of mentorship and its profound impact on our professional journeys. I hope it sparks your curiosity and inspires you to either seek a mentor or become one.

Remember, mentorship doesn't have to be a formal, long-term commitment. It can be as simple as sharing a piece of advice, a resource, or a word of encouragement.

So, are you ready to dive into the world of mentorship? Tune into our latest podcast episode and let's explore this journey together!

The student mentorship success story [00:01:06]

Accomplishments of mentees [00:03:56]

Successes of mentees [00:05:50]

The importance of collaborative mentorship [00:10:40]

Creating a supportive and relaxed mentoring environment [00:11:48]

Finding common ground in mentorship [00:16:03]

The importance of mentorship [00:20:41]

Finding the right mentor [00:21:54]

Recognizing when to move on from a mentor [00:23:03]

Get the Show Notes: https://syppodcast.com/288

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287 – Med SLP Mentorship: The What, Who, How, and Why… Jul 14, 2023

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Four med SLPs come together and spill the beans on how SLPs can grow their careers and confidence like never before. It all boils down to one simple word… Mentorship.

In this episode of the Swallow Your Pride podcast, host Theresa Richard and a group of med SLP mentors dive deep into the world of mentoring and its impact on their careers *as well as* the careers of those they’ve mentored.

Guests Isabel Lawton, George Barnes, Jessica Gregor, and Dr. Lori Burkhead Morgan share their personal experiences with mentorship, from finding mentors during externships to creating supportive environments for colleagues. They emphasize the importance of collaboration and the reciprocal nature of mentorship, where both mentors and mentees can learn and grow.

But mentorship doesn't have to be formal or long-term. It can be as simple as reaching out to someone for advice and support. The speakers discuss different mentorship styles and how they can adapt to meet the needs of each individual. They also share success stories, where mentorship led to job promotions, program implementations, and positive changes in patient care.

So, if you're ready to take your career to the next level, don't underestimate the power of mentorship. Tune in to this episode and discover how seeking guidance can transform your professional growth. Subscribe, leave reviews, and share the podcast to spread the word about the importance of mentorship in the field of speech-language pathology.

Get the show notes: https://syppodcast.com/287

Find out more about the MedSLP Ed Certification Program: https://medslped.com/certification

[00:01:13] Discussion about the importance of mentorship in the field of speech-language pathology and the lack of formal requirements for mentoring in the profession.

[00:02:10] Introduction of the speakers and their experiences in the field of speech-language pathology, including their areas of expertise and involvement in mentoring.

[00:07:12] Discussion on the significance of mentorship, drawing parallels between the corporate world and the clinical side, and the value of observing and learning from others.

[00:10:13] The speakers discuss the significance of mentoring in their careers and the value of nurturing relationships with colleagues and students.

[00:10:58] The speakers emphasize that mentorship is a two-way street, where everyone has the opportunity to give back and support others in the field.

[00:12:45] The speakers highlight the informal nature of mentorship in the field and express their willingness to help others with clinical or career questions.

[00:18:59] The speakers discuss their different mentoring styles, including being responsive, asking for feedback, and adapting to the mentee's communication style.

[00:20:57] The speakers emphasize the importance of effective communication in mentoring, such as talking it out, engaging in conversations, and using video calls to understand and support the mentee.

[00:23:18] The speakers highlight the value of giving space and time in mentoring, allowing the mentee to come to their own conclusions and providing support through discussion-provoking questions.

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286 – When an SLP and PT Start a Business Together: Exploring the Benefits and Challenges of Multidisciplinary Practice Jun 30, 2023

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While most people associate PT with OT (sometimes as if they’re just one person, even!), there’s some serious magic that can come out of the SLP and PT partnership…

And that’s exactly what we dive into in this week’s episode of the Swallow Your Pride Podcast!

In this episode, Megan Kane-Mangol MS, CCC-SLP, and Kris Zwemer MSPT discuss the benefits of working together as co-owners of a private practice. From individual practice to group theater and exercise programs, they emphasize the ability to provide comprehensive care in one setting and the flexibility of private practice. Megan and Kris share examples of programs they offer at their practice, including a theater group for patients with Parkinson's. They also stress the importance of community and shared interests for individuals with a diagnosis. The speakers advocate for the need for more multidisciplinary clinics and engaging with other clinicians to provide a more fulfilling life for patients.

Get the show notes: https://syppodcast.com/286

[00:02:39] -Megan Kane-Mangol MS, CCC-SLP, and Kris Zwemer MSPT discuss the benefits of working in a multidisciplinary team, including the ability to address multiple issues in the same setting.

[00:08:13] - Megan talks about creating programming outside of the therapy room, specifically a collaboration with a local theater for patients with Parkinson's.

[00:09:23] - Discussion on how the pandemic affected their private practice and how grassroots marketing helped them grow.

[00:12:49] - The importance of involving caregivers and family members in therapy sessions and providing support and resources for them.

[00:13:50] - The power of asking simple questions like "how are you?" and the impact it can have on patients and their families.

[00:17:07 - 00:21:00] - Kris and Megan discuss the various exercise and wellness programs they offer, including a fitness class for people with motor impairments, osteoporosis wellness program, and a Speak Out program for Parkinson's patients.

[00:21:00 - 00:22:48] - Megan talks about the importance of building a sense of community among patients and caregivers, and how it helps with marketing. They also discuss plans to offer art therapy and cooking classes.

[00:25:15 - 00:25:55] - Theresa and Megan discuss the concept of modified cooking classes for people with dysphagia, and how to modify gourmet dishes to fit a dysphagia diet.

[00:25:56] - Theresa talks about the importance of finding a community of people who share similar experiences and interests, especially after receiving a diagnosis.

[00:27:07] - Megan discusses the difficulties in getting referrals from neurologists and how they have had to find other means to reach out to potential clients.

[00:30:32] - Kris emphasizes the importance of a multidisciplinary approach in treating patients with speech and swallowing issues and encourages clinicians to recognize their limitations and seek out other experts to help meet the needs of their patients.

[00:33:27] - The speakers discuss the benefits of working in a multidisciplinary team, including the ability to catch things that other team members may not recognize.

[00:34:53] - The importance of referring out to other partners when a patient's needs fall outside of a clinician's scope is discussed.

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285 – Medically Complex Children and SLPs: How Many Cooks Should be in the Kitchen? Jun 27, 2023

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Calling all peds med SLPs! Are you and the pediatricians who serve your young clients BFFs? No? Then this episode is for you! In the latest episode of the Swallow Your Pride Podcast, Michelle Dawson, MS CCC-SLP, CLC and Tessa Gonzalez, MD discuss the importance of collaboration and communication among healthcare professionals when working with medically complex children and their families.

Tessa Gonzalez, a pediatrician and mother, believes that finding the right team of professionals to care for a child with complex medical needs is crucial. She emphasized the importance of trusting the professionals on the child's care team and finding the right people to make decisions. Michelle Dawson, MS, CCC-SLP, CLC, a speech-language pathologist in Staunton, VA, is the acclaimed host of “First Bite: Fed, Fun, Functional” a weekly Speech Therapy Podcast that addresses “all thangs” Pediatric Speech Therapy and is presented by SpeechTherapyPD.com. Michelle authored, "Chasing the Swallow: Truth, Science, and Hope for Pediatric Feeding and Swallowing Disorders". She is an accomplished lecturer; traveling across the nation delivering courses on best practices for evaluation and treatment of the medically complex infant, toddler, and child with respect to their pediatric oropharyngeal dysphagia, pediatric feeding disorder, as well as language acquisition within the framework of Early Intervention. She stressed the need for improvement in interprofessional education and practice and praised the Council of Academic Programs for Communicative Sciences and Disorders for their efforts in this area.

Collaboration in Medical Practice [00:11:23]
The speakers discuss the importance of collaboration and communication between medical professionals and specialists, as well as the benefits of multidisciplinary clinics.

Importance of Referrals [00:15:48]
Tessa Gonzalez emphasizes the importance of knowing who to call and when to refer patients to other professionals in order to provide the best care possible.

Finding the Right Team [00:18:06]
Tessa Gonzalez, a pediatrician and mother, shares her experience of finding the right team of physicians, therapists, and teachers to help make decisions for her child with multiple medical complexities.

Requesting Referrals and Access to Healthcare [00:19:08]
Michelle Dawson, a speech pathologist, discusses the challenges of requesting referrals and finding the right specialist for a child with feeding disorders, and the unique barriers to access to healthcare in different parts of the country.

Handling Professional Disagreements [00:23:07]
The speakers discuss how parents can handle disagreements between professionals when there are discrepancies in how to handle a specific child or case, and the importance of finding the right fit for the family.

Early intervention [00:26:04]
The importance of early intervention in pediatric feeding and swallowing disorders, and the emotional intelligence needed to work with families.

State interpretation of IDEA Part C [00:30:32]
The differences in interpretation of IDEA Part C between states and the need for more standardized practices in pediatric care.

Empowering Caregivers [00:38:05]
The importance of empowering caregivers, especially those from historically disadvantaged backgrounds, is discussed, with examples of programs like the Power of Two from Feeding Matters.

Care Coordination [00:39:25]
Discussion on the importance of care coordination and how it is a crucial part of the state regulations for license professionals.

Collaboration with Families [00:41:09]
The role of educating families on how to advocate for their child and how parents are professionals on their kids. Acknowledging their role as professional caregivers to their children and collaborating with them as part of the team.

Get the show notes: https://syppodcast.com/285

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284 – How Mental Health Professionals and SLPs Collaborate to Support Patients with Aphasia Jun 16, 2023

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Imagine walking into a patient’s room - but before you can introduce yourself, they burst into tears.

Your patient has aphasia and can’t communicate what’s running through their head - at least not in the way they used to be able to.

You try your best to ask questions and offer support, but it only leads to more frustration…

What do you do?

Mental health matters just as much as communication does, which is exactly why I brought on a Rehab Psychologist and Med SLP to share how they collaborate to better serve patients with aphasia.

In this episode Gina Danner PhD, and Jessica Sharon MS, CCC-SLP discuss the overlap between their professions and the importance of collaboration in maximizing outcomes for people with aphasia. They emphasize the importance of addressing anxiety and depression in patients with aphasia, and the need for collaboration in providing support for both patients and their caregivers.

Get the show notes: https://syppodcast.com/284
Watch the MedSLP Summit Recordings: https://medslpcollective.com/summit

Here's a glance at the episode:

[03:04] - Gina Danner and Jessica Sharon discuss the lack of confidence and formal training in working with patients with aphasia and the need for more education and collaboration between mental health professionals and speech-language pathologists.
[05:00] - Gina Danner explains her role as the only inpatient rehab psychologist at JFK Johnson Rehab Institute, and how she supports patients and collaborates with speech-language pathologists.
[08:40] - The speakers discuss the importance of addressing emotional needs in patients with aphasia and the lack of confidence and formal training in working with these issues.
[11:16] - The speakers talk about the importance of collaboration and referral between speech-language pathologists and mental health professionals, using an example of a patient who expressed self-harm.
[14:49] - The speakers discuss the devastating impact of COVID-19 on vulnerable populations, particularly those with aphasia, and the need for educational materials in an aphasia-friendly format.
[6:39] - The difficulties of working with isolated patients during the pandemic and the impact it had on medical professionals' mental health.
[10:00] - Discussion on the lack of confidence and formal training in working with patients with aphasia and the need for more education.
[18:00] - Discussion on the unique role of a psychologist in an inpatient rehabilitation facility and the importance of communication and collaboration between care providers.

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283 – Thickening Up Your Cooking Game: An IDDSI-Compliant Cookbook with John Holahan Jun 09, 2023

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In this episode of the Swallow Your Pride Podcast, John Holahan, founder of SimplyThick®, joins us to discuss his new book, "Modern Dysphagia Cooking." The book provides guidance on how to make dysphagia-compliant dishes at home, and John shares the inspiration behind the book and the process of writing it. They discuss the challenges of using the IDDSI pyramid and how it can be overwhelming for some people. John emphasizes the importance of focusing on the end-user and making sure that the recipes are flexible enough to accommodate different preferences. The book includes recipes, techniques, and detailed descriptors and testing methods documents to help people prepare dysphagia-compliant food at home. They also discuss the benefits of the book for home health patients and SimplyThick®'s efforts to provide education and support to people with dysphagia.

Timestamps:

Discussion of "Modern Dysphagia Cooking" book [00:02:27-00:06:15] - John Holahan discusses the inspiration for and process of writing his new book, "Modern Dysphagia Cooking," which provides guidance on how to make dysphagia-compliant dishes at home.

Techniques for Making Dysphagia-Compliant Dishes [00:06:56] - John Holahan discusses the techniques for making dysphagia-compliant dishes and how they help healthcare professionals and consumers.

Challenges in Making Dysphagia-Compliant Dishes [00:08:04] - Theresa Richard and John Holahan discuss the challenges in making dysphagia-compliant dishes and how to overcome them.

Overview of "Modern Dysphagia Cooking" [00:12:29] -John Holahan and Theresa Richard discuss the content of "Modern Dysphagia Cooking" and how it goes beyond a simple cookbook.

The Importance of Nutrition [00:14:04] - Discusses the importance of nutrition and strategies to add more calories to dysphagia-compliant dishes.

Shaping Food for Increased Calories [00:14:54] - Explains a study that found a significant increase in calories when food is shaped and discusses the benefits of shaping food for dysphagia patients.

Challenges with Bread [00:17:15] - Discusses the challenges of bread for dysphagia patients and a recipe for a dysphagia-compliant bread alternative.

Techniques for Pureeing Meat [00:20:52] - John Holahan discusses the key to pureeing meat and the importance of using extremely thick liquid to achieve the right consistency.

Using Bone Broth for Protein [00:21:27] - Theresa Richard talks about using bone broth to add protein to her son's diet and the delicate balance of piling on calories while ensuring safe swallowing.

Techniques for Dysphagia-Compliant Pasta [00:23:28] John Holahan shares his technique for making dysphagia-compliant pasta, including boiling it in twice the amount of water and pureeing it cold with milk and butter.

Home Health Patients [00:27:12] - Theresa Richard talks about her experience with home health patients and how a cookbook like "Modern Dysphagia Cooking" would have been helpful for them.

Building a Resource Kit [00:27:53] - John Holahan discusses the process of creating the cookbook and the idea behind building a resource kit for families and SLPs.

Importance of Visual Learning [00:29:22] - John Holahan talks about the importance of visual learning and how the cookbook's website will feature videos to help families and patients learn how to make dysphagia-compliant dishes.

Live Streams [00:33:22] - John Holahan talks about the twice-a-month live streams called "Lunch with SimplyThick®" where they answer questions and show how to make dysphagia-compliant dishes.

Cookbook Availability [00:37:00] - Theresa Richard asks John Holahan where people can get the cookbook "Modern Dysphagia Cooking," and he answers that it's available on Amazon and their website.

Patient-Centered Care [00:38:17] - John Holahan emphasizes that their techniques are not special, but they are all trying to help patients get the food and nutrition they need.

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282 – Finding Purpose After Diagnosis: A Patient’s HNC Triumph – Yvonne McClaren WOMT May 31, 2023

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What do your HNC patients *really* want you to know? My guest this week is spilling the tea from her own personal triumph over HNC...

Yvonne McClaren has faced the unthinkable - from a tonsil cancer diagnosis to a partial glossectomy (and tonsillectomy and lymphadenectomy), but has gone on to change the outlook for other HNC patients through her work as a passionate patient advocate.

She's a chef, soup savant, contributing author to university curricula, and podcast host.

Yvonne’s goal is to bridge the gap between SLPs /Dietitians and home kitchens with lived experience as a passionate foodie who promotes the social implications of meals with those that we love.

She brings her experience, passion, and enthusiasm to this episode which is a must-listen for all SLPs.

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In this episode, you'll hear a discussion about:
*What head and neck cancer patients wish SLPs knew
*How Yvonne turned her experience with HNC into an empowering program for other patients
*Yvonne's perspective on instrumental swallow studies
*Yvonne's journey with HNC, how it impacted her, & what it taught her

Listen to the full episode here: https://syppodcast.com/282

As always, thanks for listening!

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281 – The Voice – Pelvic Floor Connection – Sara Sohn DPT, PT, WCS and Ashley Michaelis MS, CCC-SLP May 26, 2023

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What in the health does your pelvic floor have to do with your voice? More than one might think...

SLPs work from the diaphragm to the glottis, and pelvic health PTs work from the diaphragm to the pelvic floor. It would only make sense that we collaborate because, like every other part of the body, it truly is all connected.

Dr. Sara Sohn, pelvic floor PT, and Ashley Michaelis, voice SLP, have partnered together to bring their expertise and experience to Swallow Your Pride listeners and SLPs, and PTs everywhere. In this episode, this dynamic duo shares insights, clinical examples, and a collaborative approach that reveals just how connected the pelvic floor and voice really are.

In this episode, you'll hear a discussion about:
*Interdisciplinary collaboration between a pelvic floor PT and an SLP
*Research in this area
*How the anatomy of the voice and pelvic floor are similar
*What questions to ask your patients to identify dysfunction in this connection

Listen to the full episode here: https://syppodcast.com/281

As always, thanks for listening!

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280 – Patience and Play in Peds: Meaning-Making Makes the Difference May 21, 2023

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Have you harnessed the truly transformative power of play and patience for peds clients? We’re talking world-shifting, life-changing, tear-jerking, heart-string-tugging growth here!

Erin Forward (SLP) and Karen McWaters (OT) use creative activities, sensory exploration, and play-based, connection-focused interventions to help their clients unbundle their language skills, feel safe in their environment, and express their truest selves. They infuse joy, curiosity, and security in each session and their results are nothing short of inspirational.

The dynamic duo shares insights, tips, and tricks for parents and professionals, revealing how play can be a powerful tool to unlock a child's full potential in this inspirational episode.

In this episode, you'll hear a discussion about:
🙌 Interdisciplinary collaboration
🙌 A practice-changing case study
🙌 Meaning-making in play and working with other disciplines
🙌 Research regarding the meaning-making process

Thank you, Erin and Karen, for all you do for your clients and for sharing your gifts with other therapists!

Listen to the full episode here: https://syppodcast.com/280

As always, thanks for listening!

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