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PodCourse #111: 08/04/2020
It’s More than ‘Picky Eating’…Three Multifaceted Case Studies
Michelle Dawson, MS CCC-SLP, CLC
Erin Forward, MSP CCC-SLP
(.1 ASHA and AOTA CEUs) For more info, click here.
 
Description: In this episode Michelle and Erin tackle three complex Pediatric Feeding Disorder (PFD) Cases.  Join them as they walk through the first steps of identifying signs and symptoms, navigate the complexity of the Interprofessional Practice diagnostic process, address some potential EBP treatment options, and then discuss a recovery plan for when the inevitable “kaboom” of a communication breakdown occurs between practioners.  If you have questions about the initial red flags for EOE, Neurogenic based PFD, and how to establish ideal communication between practioners, then this is the Clinical Case Study Hour for you!

Learning Outcomes:
By the end of this PodCourse, participants will be able to identify and describe:
  • 2 s/s of EOE and list 2 potential Interprofessional partners in evaluation and treatment.
  • 2 s/s of neurogenic based disorders and list 2 potential ways this could result in a Pediatric Feeding Disorder (PFD).  
  • 2 process improvement opportunities after a breakdown in continuity of care has occurred.

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PodCourse #112: 08/11/2020
More Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders with Dr. Angela
Michelle Dawson, MS CCC-SLP, CLC
Angela McLeod, Ph.D., CCC-SLP
(.1 ASHA and AOTA CEUs) For more info, click here.
 
Description: In this episode Michelle is joined once again by Angela N. McLeod, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, who is a Clinical Associate Professor and Speech-Language Pathologist at the University of SC, that has also obtained certification as a qualified orofacial myologist (QOM).  This is the sequel to Dr. Angela’s first appearance in Episode #103 “Mythbusting Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders”.  Today Dr. Angela discusses who is an appropriate pediatric candidate for orofacial myofunctional therapy, with emphasis on developmental age, prerequisites to participation, what an evaluation includes, and what an evidenced based treatment session includes.  There’s a lot of ground to cover with these two ladies, so hang tight for another mythbusing session!

Learning Outcomes:
By the end of this PodCourse, participants will be able to identify and describe:
  • Prerequisites for a pediatric patient to receive an Orofacial Myofunctional Evaluation and Treatment.
  • Evidenced-based components of an Orofacial Myofunctional Evaluation.  
  • Evidenced-based components of an Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy session

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PodCourse #113: 08/18/2020
The Evidence Regarding NMES for Pediatrics
Michelle Dawson, MS CCC-SLP, CLC
Angela McLeod, Ph.D., CCC-SLP
(.1 ASHA and AOTA CEUs) For more info, click here.
 
Description: In this episode Michelle is joined by Rick McAdoo, M.S., CCC-SLP, Vice-President and Co-Founder of Ampcare, LLC, an FDA registered medical device and services company in Fort Worth, TX, and adjunct professor at his alma mater, TCU.  The efficacy of utilization of NMEs as a potential treatment for Pediatric Oropharyngeal Dysphagia is controversial…check any professional Facebook page for the commentary thread and it can get heated, (to say the least).  In this episode, Rick, whose career has focused on the evidence of treatment for utilizing Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (NMES) to facilitate better and faster therapeutic outcomes in dysphagia, shares all the details and implications for its use in pediatrics… and y’all it’s a dozey guaranteed to leave you spinning!  If you’ve lost referrals to the hospital out-pt clinic down the street who offers NMES for infants, be sure to tune in, because the evidence will joyfully surprise you!

Learning Outcomes:
By the end of this PodCourse, participants will be able to identify and describe:
  • What NMES is and the evidence for use in pediatric patients with dysphagia.
  • The difference between NMES and Traditional Exercises.   
  • Evidenced-based differences between NMES vs sEMG for pediatric patients with dysphagia.

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PodCourse #114: 08/25/2020
Questions for Contract Employees during COID-19
Michelle Dawson, MS CCC-SLP, CLC
Morgan Mitchell
(.1 ASHA and AOTA CEUs) For more info, click here.
 
Description: In this episode Michelle is joined by once again by Morgan Mitchell, Senior Recruiter with Elevation Healthcare, who last joined us for Episode 101 “Considerations for that Contract Job”.  Today he comes back to provide specific advice regarding the COVID-19 Pandemic for both Current Contract Employees and Potential Contract Employees, as they head back to their local schools this Fall.  Morgan was gracious enough to spend another hour with us to offer functional advice on what questions contract employees should ask their employers regarding COVID-19 Safety Guidelines and Service Delivery options, as well as EBP resources for service delivery during this ever changing time, and tips on what to do in the event that a Clinician should become quarantined.  Bottom line…be safe, be strong, be kind, be patient… and wear your mask ☺

Learning Outcomes:
By the end of this PodCourse, participants will be able to identify and describe:
  • 3 questions that potential contract employees should ask a Contract Company regarding COVID-19 Guidelines and Service Delivery options for starting back to school this Fall.
  • 3 resources for COVID-19 Guidelines and Resources for Clinicians providing Face-To-Face Services this Fall.   
  • 3 potential steps the Clinician can take in the event that they contract COVID-19 or are quarantined.

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PodCourse #115: 09/01/2020
Expanding Your Evidence Based Triangle for Pediatric Feeding Disorders with Alyson, Erin, and Michelle
Michelle Dawson, MS CCC-SLP, CLC
Erin Forward, MSP CCC-SLP
Alyson Smith, MS CCC-SLP

(.1 ASHA and AOTA CEUs) For more info, click here.
 
Description: This episode combines the great minds of Alyson Smith, MS CCC-SLP from  @ei.teletherapy on Instagram, Erin Forward, MSP, CCC-SLP, and Michelle L.W. Dawson, MS CCC-SLP, CLC, where they deep dive into evidence based intervention for Pediatric Feeding and Swallowing Disorders.  Join this electrifying trio as they tackle what the true definition of evidenced-based practice is for PFDs, move into explaining exercise principles, and discuss how to implement EBP strategies in your Early Intervention Clinic or Home-Based Services.  These three women are on a mission to bring fabulously functional tips to your practice via an hour packed with laughter and #SLPNerdCrushes ☺

Learning Outcomes:
By the end of this PodCourse, participants will be able to identify and describe:
  • The definition of Evidenced-Based Practice and how it correlates to Pediatric Feeding Disorders.
  • 4 steps involved in Evidenced-Based Decision making.   
  • 2 ways to evaluate the validity of the evidence presented.

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PodCourse #116: 09/08/2020
Quick Tips for a Successful Feeding Therapy Session
Michelle Dawson, MS CCC-SLP, CLC
Erin Forward, MSP CCC-SLP
(.1 ASHA and AOTA CEUs) For more info, click here.
 
Description: In this episode Michelle is joined by the powerhouse that is Erin Forward, MSP CCC-SLP, when they break down some of their favorite tips for conducting a successful Feeding Therapy Session.  If you are struggling with creating optimal position for PO intake, Erin and Michelle will help provide strategies that are low cost to no cost.  Have you consider how “busy” the therapy room may appear to the patient that you’re working with…and how that will impact their ability to attend to the activity?  Erin and Michelle offer guidance on how to declutter that clinic space and why!  Are you feeling frustrated by challenging behaviors during your session…and not sure which steps you need to take to help ease the storm?  Erin and Michelle have ideas to bring the calm!  Tune in for an hour of evidenced based feeding strategies that work!

Learning Outcomes:
By the end of this PodCourse, participants will be able to identify and describe:
  • 3 considerations for optimal positioning for PO intake.
  • 3 considerations for environmental changes to address sensory/vision needs.   
  • 3 considerations for behavioral challenges during Feeding Therapy.

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PodCourse #117: 09/15/2020
Learning to Listen with Jenine a LSLS Certified AVT SLP
Michelle Dawson, MS CCC-SLP, CLC
Jenine Entwistle Viole, MSP, CCC-SLP, LSLS Cert. AVT
(.1 ASHA and AOTA CEUs) For more info, click here.
 
Description: In this episode Michelle is joined by the Jenine Entwistle Viole, MSP, CCC-SLP, LSLS Cert. AVT, a Speech-Language Pathologist and Auditory-Verbal therapist with Pediatric Speech and Language Services in North Carolina…and if we are lucky her sidekick Dennis the Golden Doodle, honorary SLP, will join in too!  Have you ever worked with a little one who had hearing loss and felt as if you were missing “something” to help them reach their functional language goals?  Jenine is here to explain what an Auditory-Verbal Therapist is and how the specialized training and certification process supplies the evidence for that “something” you felt was missing.  This is the perfect follow-up episode to compliment Dakota Sharpe, AuD, CCC-A in “The Journey of Cochlear Implants”, from First Bite Episode #109.

Learning Outcomes:
By the end of this PodCourse, participants will be able to identify and describe:
  • The process for becoming an Auditory-Verbal Therapist.
  • What the acronyms LSLS and AVT mean, as well as the differences between the terms.   
  • Steps involved in the AVT Certification and how it provides EBP to the world of Early Intervention.

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PodCourse #118: 09/22/2020
Family Mealtime Support for our Friends with Tubies with Dr. Marion Russell, OTD, MOTR/L, SCEFS
Michelle Dawson, MS CCC-SLP, CLC
Dr. Marion Russell, OTD, MOTR/L, SCEFS
(.1 ASHA and AOTA CEUs) For more info, click here.
 
Description: In this episode Michelle is by the oh-so-joyful Dr. Marion Russell, OTD, MOTR/L, SCEFS, from NoTube.com.  Dr. Marion is part of the world renowned “No Tube” Interdisciplinary Therapy Center in Graz, Austria, where they work with families, (both face-to-face and remotely), to assist pediatric patient’s overcome feeding tube dependency…through functional evidenced based practice!  In this hour, Dr. Marion discusses the roles and responsibilities of the various members of the team, medical readiness of the candidate, with specific emphasis placed on restoring the heart of mealtime: the healthy relationship between the child, their family/caregiver, and the meal.  So, bust out your picnic tablecloth, get your messy feeding clothes ready, and be prepped for an hour of celebrating feeding victories!

Learning Outcomes:
By the end of this PodCourse, participants will be able to identify and describe:
  • The process for providing tube weaning via telehealth as part of an interdisciplinary team.      
  • 2 ways other professionals, (local team), can support the tube weaning process.   
  • 2 ways the reality of tube feeding within the social context can have an impact on family mealtime routine.

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PodCourse #119: 09/29/2020
Inspiration Power-Hour for PFDs with Feeding Matters
Michelle Dawson, MS CCC-SLP, CLC
Jaclyn Pederson
(.1 ASHA and AOTA CEUs) For more info, click here.
 
Description: In this episode Michelle is joined by the inspirational Jaclyn Pederson, the newly appointed CEO of “Feeding Matters”. By now, you’ve heard Michelle advocate for and encourage volunteers to collaborate with “Feeding Matters”…but today Jaclyn shares the how and why this advocacy and collaboration is key to expanding knowledge and evidenced based practice surrounding evaluation and treatment of Pediatric Feeding Disorders.  Jaclyn takes us on a deep dive as to what the “4 Pillars” are that serve as the basis for “Feeding Matters”, discussing the IPP advocacy efforts behind the PFD ICD Code, as well as development of the ICFQ Questionnaire to assist Pediatricians with their identification of PFD.  She then inspires each and every single one of us on how we can share of our time and talents to advance the understanding and treatment for individuals with PFDs.  Did I mention the best part?  Not only is this organization driven by the crossroads of EBP and IPP…but they place a significant emphasis on family/caregiver involvement as being critical to the little one’s success!  Hip Hip Hooray for a patient/family centered care PFD Hour!

Learning Outcomes:
By the end of this PodCourse, participants will be able to identify and describe:
  • The purpose of Feeding Matters and its’ “4 Pillars” of Interprofessional Practice advocacy.
  • The purposes of the PFD Consensus Paper and the ICFQ Questionnaire that Feeding Matters has developed.   
  • The steps involved in volunteering and potential positive outcomes of IPP Advocacy, (such as the PFD ICD Code).

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PodCourse #120: 10/13/2020
Mastering Medical Terminology for the EI SLP
Michelle Dawson, MS CCC-SLP, CLC
Erin Forward, MSP CCC-SLP
(.1 ASHA and AOTA CEUs) For more info, click here.
 
Description: In this episode Michelle is joined by the always lovely and passionate Erin Forward, MSP CCC-SLP, and they take on the trickiest of tasks….medical terminology!  Has it been many-a-moon since the days of grad school? Are you feeling unsure of the terms you read in your patient’s file? Unsure of what to ask for when you call and speak to the patient’s pediatrician’s office?  Don’t worry!  Erin and Michelle are here to guide you on common terminology used in the NICU, common diagnoses and tests run by the GI, common terms that the RD may use in your collaborative conversation, and common terminology to help you absorb that Neurology report!  Come join Michelle and Erin and master Medical Terminology for the EI SLP!

Learning Outcomes:
By the end of this PodCourse, participants will be able to identify and describe:
  • 3 common medical terms common to the NICU.
  • 3 common medical terms used by Gastroenterology and 3 used by Registered Dieticians.     
  • 3 common medical terms used by Neurology.

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  • About Michelle
    • Testimonials
    • Videos
  • CEU Opportunities
    • Upcoming CEU Opportunities
    • Past CEU Events and Reviews
    • Private Bookings
    • Past Student Opportunities
  • First Bite: Fed, Fun, Functional
    • First Bite: 1 - 10
    • First Bite: 11 - 20
    • First Bite: 21 - 30
    • First Bite: 31 - 40
    • First Bite: 41 - 50
    • First Bite: 51 - 60
    • First Bite: 61 - 70
    • First Bite: 71 - 80
    • First Bite: 81 - 90
    • First Bite: 91 - 100
    • First Bite: 101 - 110
    • First Bite: 111 - 120
    • First Bite: 121 - 130
    • First Bite: 131 - 140
  • Chasing the Swallow
  • Talking Teletherapy
  • Contact
  • Resources
    • Resources for Colleagues
    • Resources for Families