Speech Pathologist

Phonemic disorders are speech disorder that the individual has trouble physically producing certain sounds. Usually, person with phonemic disorders have trouble distinguishing sounds made by certain letters like all "c" or "t" s. With speech therapy, phonemic disorder can be improved, but to what percentage it depends upon individual case.

► For the assessment, a nasometer is used to analyze acoustic energy emitted through the oral and nasal cavity during the production of speech

► Aerodynamic assessment, measuring oral pressure and airflow during speech, and the size of velopharyngeal gap

► Nasopharyngoscopy- to assess the function of the velopharyngeal mechanism

► Assess velopharyngeal closure during speech and phonation using videofluroscopy and lateral cephalographs

I worked three years in LTF that include geriatric patients with cognitive linguistic deficits. Patients with dementia and language deficits composed a large percentage of our caseload. Also patients post MVA / TBI usually exhibit deficits in memory, executive functions and attention.

I primarily work with the geriatric population helping people

had strokes, swallowing difficulties, or who have cognition impairments.

I enjoy just talking with the patients. I love the elderly…I love hearing and laughing at their stories, that's the best part.

I share my knowledge with other professionals and parents by writing a blog and contributing articles and posts to professional communities. I also mentor individuals who have just graduated and or are pursing this field and invite them to observe my sessions, provided I have my client's consent.

► Speech language pathologist maintains the record of patient

► Record of assessment is reported to the patient, family, caregivers or any concerned person of the patient.

► Reports are circulated to the referral source and other professionals with written consent

► Documentation of type and severity of the communication, related disorder, associated conditions except screening information

► Maintaining privacy and security of documentation in compliance with the regulations of federal law

► It also includes summaries of previous services in accordance with all relevant legal and agency guidelines

I would say it is both an art and a science. My undergrad degree was a Bachelor of Arts, and much of the background learning I needed was in arts classes like linguistics and psychology. I did need classes such as statistics and a small amount of math as well, though. The master's degree I received from UBC is a Master of Science, and the Department of Speech and Hearing Sciences is part of Rehabilitation Sciences in the Faculty of Medicine at UBC. In my every day job, I use my arts background in linguistics and psychology, as well as a highly analytical, clinical and scientific approach.

Special pathologist can work with

► With Universities and schools

► With Community

► With Students

► With families

► With schools professional

Articulation disorder is referred to the inability of an individual to pronounce certain words, due to the deformations of oral parts like palate, tongue, teeth, lips, facial nerves and muscles and sometimes respiratory system as well. Articulation disorder can be corrected with speech therapy or in certain cases can be minimized by operating surgeries.

The intensity of the program. It's a combination of science and language arts. Having strong written and oral communication skills, as well as solid analytical reasoning ability are essential to success. If you are not interested in neurology, human development, or grammar, then it will be challenging to finish a program. In addition to needing a degree of natural aptitude, dedication, time, and research are required. Spending time in the library or clinic is a must if you want to graduate.

As a speech language pathologist, you need to constantly engage the client and try to relate to him or her. To be most effective during therapy sessions, high energy and stamina are required. If you are tired or not feeling well, then it will negatively impact your day. Paperwork can also be daunting, because report writing and documentation of progress is necessary.

A member of the school team, which may be a teacher, parent, guardian, etc. Note that this child may be falling behind or struggling to keep up which leads to a referral to the IEP team.

I get paid on an hourly rate. I contract for various nursing homes but the nursing home doesn't actually pay me. They pay my rehab company who pays me.

Yes, it was very rewarding to see them improve their relationships with others through improved communication skills.

Seeing people improve their ability to speak and comprehend. Seeing advancements within someone is extremely exciting, knowing that they made changes based on their own efforts.

Yes, being a speech pathologist for 30 years is something I plan to do. Unlike doing the same mundane duties as in another career, I believe that I will be working with a variety of different clients, helping them better their lives.

Yes, I try to make that a priority, which is why time management is so important.

For speech recognition mainly there are three approaches they use

► Acoustic Phonetic Approach

► Pattern Recognition Approach

► Artificial Intelligence Approach

I like to use a transdisciplinary approach to help my students to reach their full potential. To do this, I would need good communication with the family, teacher, ot, pt and other professionals working with the student.

► People Skills

► Empathy

► Analytical mind

► Good listening skills

► Good logical reasoning

► Identifying Strength and weakness of the alternative solution

► Training and using instructional methods