Let's do better! Using data to optimize care for individuals with laryngectomy

This talk will synthesize data from three reserach studies from a PhD thesis that aim to identify the care pathway for patients with laryngectomy in two institutions in NY State. It will discuss methodology, data collection, data analysis, results and potential application of these data to optimize care for this complex clinical population.

is a clinical specialist in swallowing and swallowing disorders with 25 years devoted to medical speech pathology. Over the years, she has gained extensive experience in evaluating and treating speech-language, voice and swallowing impairments in acutely ill patients, head and neck cancer patients as well as neurologically impaired individuals. Laurie completed her Master’s Degree at St. John’s University with academic distinction. She received Specialty Certification in Swallowing and Swallowing Disorders in 2006 and maintains her specialty recognition through leadership and scholarship. Laurie also serves as an adjunct professor at New York University and she teaches the Dysphagi…