Dysphagia is a condition in which the individual has difficulty swallowing. Proper swallowing relies on a complex coordination involving more than 30 nerves and muscles. When even one of these elements fails to work properly, dysphagia can result.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
The four stages of swallowing…more complex than we realize!
Causes of dysphag ... Show More
Jul 2
#497: How to Start Nursing School the Right Way
Most nursing students spend months anxiously waiting for school to start. Then day one arrives and they're completely reactive, overwhelmed, behind, and wondering why nobody told them what to expect. This, my friend, is a quick path to nursing school burnout and I definitely don’ ... Show More
30m 20s
May 2023
#395 Dysphagia with Dr. Diana Snyder
There might be a lot to swallow, but you will master an initial approach to dysphagia in this episode. Review the types of dysphagia, common etiologies, initial evaluations and treatment plans. We are joined by Dr. Diana Snyder @DianaSnyderMD (Mayo Clinic)Claim free CME for this ... Show More
54m 52s
Sep 2023
NMES and Ampcare’s Effective Swallowing Protocol (ESP) for Dysphagia Treatment with Rick McAdoo
<p>Guest: Rick McAdoo, MS, CCC, SLP - Rick reviews the principles of neuromuscular electrical stimulation for dysphagia treatment in this one-hour conversational audio course podcast. He discusses Ampcare’s Effective Swallow Protocol and describes how neuromuscular electrical sti ... Show More
1h 7m
Jul 2025
Journal Review in Minimally Invasive Surgery: Achalasia
Today, we’re diving into a condition that’s as fascinating as it is complex: Achalasia—where the esophagus stops playing nice, and swallowing becomes a daily challenge.We’re breaking down the latest evidence, comparing POEM, pneumatic dilation, and Heller myotomy, and digging int ... Show More
19m 48s
Apr 2025
WEBINAR: Navigating the Esophagectomy Swallow
Join us for Navigating the Esophagectomy Swallow, an educational webinar led by Jessica Gregor, M.S., CCC-SLP, BCS-S, a board-certified swallowing specialist at Mayo Clinic. This intermediate-level course (0.10 CEUs) will provide valuable insights into esophagectomy surgeries, th ... Show More
1h 7m