With a focus on timely and accurate identification and assessment of dysphagia, our lab is focused on developing screening tools for various clinical populations, analyzing videofluorosopic swallow studies (VFSS) and understanding practice patterns in dysphagia assessment. Our goal is to assist speech language pathologists and other health professionals to efficiently identify dysphagia in their patients, so that appropriate intervention and care can be provided.

In a pursuit to advance evidence-based care, we examine various aspects of dysphagia rehabilitation, including whole body exercise, swallowing exercises and hydration interventions, among others.

With an emphasis on caregiver experiences and quality of life, we examine the various psychosocial impacts of dysphagia on patients and their loved ones. In further understanding patient and caregiver experiences, our goal is to broaden research and optimize support for patients with dysphagia and their caregivers.

To that end, we run a free, virtual, monthly dysphagia support group for individuals with dysphagia and their loved ones. While this group is not a substitute for medical advice or assessment by a speech pathologist, it provides a platform and opportunity for individuals to share their experiences and connect with others living with dysphagia. The group is run by two licensed speech language pathologists. For more information about this support group, and/or to sign up, please visit the support group section of our website.

With the aim of bridging the gap between research and clinical practice, we actively share our research through open access journals, conferences and presentations. We are active on social media and aim to share information about dysphagia and our research in accessible ways.