Aerodigestive and Swallowing Disorders: Beyond the Oropharynx
Course Description
Join us for a one-day course exploring the function of the aerodigestive continuum. This course will allow attendees to explore aerodigestive function, dysfunction, and the state of rehabilitation for aerodigestive disorders. The basics of anatomy and physiology of the oropharyngeal and esophageal aspects of swallowing, as well as the interconnections with the pulmonary system, will be explored through an interdisciplinary lens.
Sessions will be dedicated to esophageal function, dysfunction, and testing with a focus on the role of the Speech-Language Pathologist in primary esophageal disorders. The current and future state of interventions, including rehabilitation, for aerodigestive disorders will be reviewed. This exciting and interactive event will provide attendees with a comprehensive educational experience with direct applicability to clinical practice!
Course Learning Objectives
- Learners will be able to define the aerodigestive continuum in both basic anatomy and physiology.
- Learners will be able to describe four types of esophageal assessments.
- Learners will be able to list at least three types of esophageal dysfunction/disorder.
- Learners will be able to enact at least one evidence-based intervention into their clinical practice.
Registration Information
| Attendee Type | price |
|---|---|
| Early Registration (On or Before 2/1/25) | $175.00 |
| Late Registration (After 2/1/25) | $200.00 |
| Student | $90.00 |
Refund and cancellation policy: Barrow reserves the right to cancel or change any program for due causes. Cancellation of this program by Barrow or by the participant prior to the start of the conference will result in a full refund of tuition.
CME Information and Disclosures
To Receive ASHA Credit
- Satisfactory completion of this course includes full participation/attendance as well as completion of the post course evaluation. The post course evaluation with provision of your ASHA number must be completed in order to receive your CEU’s. Following the closing of the course you will receive the evaluation via the email you used to register.
In-Person and Virtual
Saturday, February 15, 2025
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM PDT
Date, Time, and Location
In Person and Virtual
Saturday, February 15, 2025
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM PDT
Goldman Auditorium
Barrow Neurological Institute
2910 North 3rd Ave
Phoenix, Arizona 85013
Target Audience
This program is designed for speech-language pathologists.
Speaker Information
All times refer to Arizona time (Pacific Daylight Time).
| SPeaker | Topic |
|---|---|
| Saturday, February 15, 2025 – Registration for In-person Attendees | 7:00 AM |
| General Conference Information and Introductions | 7:55 AM |
| Defining the Aerodigestive Continuum | 8:00 AM |
| Esophageal Assessment and Disorders | 9:30 AM |
| Break | 10:30 AM |
| Esophageal Assessment and Disorders (continued) | 10:45 AM |
| Questions and Discussion | 11:45 AM |
| Lunch Break (lunch provided to in-person attendees) | 12:15 PM |
| Interconnection Across the Aerodigestive Continuum | 1:15 PM |
| Break | 2:45 PM |
| Rehabilitation: Current State and Prospects | 3:00 PM |
| Questions and Discussion | 4:00 PM |
| Adjourn | 4:30 PM |
Guest Faculty
Erin Reedy, MS, PhD, CCC-SLP, BCS-S
Dr. Reedy is a Research Assistant Professor at the University of South Carolina, a practicing speech-language pathologist, and a board-certified specialist in swallowing and swallowing disorders. She received a PhD in Health and Rehabilitation Sciences under Dr. Heather Bonilha at MUSC and completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Northwestern University with Drs. Bonnie Martin-Harris and John Pandolfino. Dr. Reedy is a passionate evidence-based practitioner and educator. She is interested in the interrelationships between the oral, pharyngeal, and esophageal aspects of swallowing and conducts independent research using high-resolution esophageal manometry to investigate esophageal function.
- Financial Disclosure: Salaried by the University of South Carolina as a Research Assistant Professor, paid employee of the Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System
- Non-Financial Disclosure: None
Disclosure Information
It is the policy of St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center (SJHMC) to ensure balance, independence, objectivity, and scientific rigor in all its sponsored educational programs. Selection of presenters and content development may not be influenced by nonfinancial or financial interests. To that end, SJHMC shall identify and resolve conflicts of interest by requiring everyone who is in a position to control the content of the educational activity to disclose all relevant nonfinancial and financial relationships with commercial supporters.