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[Dysphagia] esophageal dysphagia course



June 17 and 18, 2005,  Raleigh, NC



Esophageal Dysphagia:  Applications for the Speech-Language Pathologist



This cutting-edge 2-day course is designed for the intermediate dysphagia 
therapist.  Gain valuable knowledge on esophageal disorders affecting the 
oropharyngeal stage of swallowing including laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR) 
and GERD.  Dramatically improve your diagnostic ability and treatment 
planning by deciphering primary oropharyngeal versus esophageal dysphagia. 
Extensive clinical training for advanced interpretation of FEES and MBS to 
include implementation of the Reflux Finding Scale (RFS) and esophageal 
sweep will be provided.  Affects of various enteral feeding methods and 
xerostomia will be discussed.  Course size limited for small-group case 
studies.



Contact:  Julie Huffman (919) 784-4677 or huffro@nc.rr.com



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