Description

Bring a group of five or more and SAVE $30 EACH on tuition!

LEARN:

• Anatomy and physiology of critical body systems as related to medical speech pathology
• Frequently encountered disease states known to have adverse impacts on communication and swallowing
• Correlations between abnormal lab values and communication and swallowing disorders
• To identify medications for potential benefits or detriments

DESCRIPTION:

This speech-language pathology continuing education conference is offered for 1.2 ASHA CEUs. Intended for the speech-language pathologist, this intermediate-level, cutting-edge conference integrates a holistic review of anatomy and physiology of the critical systems of the human body as related to medical speech pathology. Presented will be valuable information on how body systems function to promote, delay, or impede progress with intervention programs targeting acquired communication and/or swallowing disorders. Foundational concepts for understanding the relationships between pathophysiology, laboratory studies (e.g. blood, urine, etc.), and pharmacological interventions are introduced. Special emphasis is placed on the impact of disease and the medical management process as related specifically to communication and swallowing disorders. This conference puts it all together for the SLP and participants will leave with a better understanding of how body systems function in relation to interventions employed by the speech-language pathologist.

Cancellation Policy & Late Registration

Outline

Speaker Profile

Robert J. Arnold, SLP.D, CCC-SLP, BRS-S, is the Chief Clinical Officer for Southeastern Biocommunication Associates, LLC. Dr. Arnold has over 20 years of experience in medical speech-language pathology as a diagnostician, therapist, clinical research scientist, author, inventor, and adjunct professor. He has made numerous presentations at the state, regional, and national level. Dr. Arnold has been twice presented with the Distinguished Clinical Achievement Award by the Speech and Hearing Association of Alabama and he is a Board Recognized Specialist in Swallowing and Swallowing Disorders. In addition, Dr. Arnold is the inventor of the Oromotor Dynamometer.     

Speaker Disclosure:

Employer — Southeastern Biocommunication Associates, LLC, Hoover, AL.

Financial — Author of online CEU courses by Northern Speech Services; receives royalty payments.

Nonfinancial — None.

Veda Cochran, RN, BSN, is the Chief Operating Officer for Southeastern Biocommunication Associates, LLC. She has over 30 years of nursing experience in home health and hospice. Over her career, Ms. Cochran has been directly involved with over 25 successful business startups in the roles of consultant, administrator, vice president, and Chief Operating Officer. She has also been engaged in industry research & development of innovative, interdisciplinary healthcare delivery models for rehabilitation, long-term care, home health and hospice. 

Speaker Disclosure:

Employer — Southeastern Biocommunication Associates, LLC, Hoover, AL.

Financial — None. 

Nonfinancial — None.

Location & Lodging

Seminar Location:

DeKalb Medical Decatur Campus
Bobby Bailey Tower / Auditorium (Lobby Level)
2701 North Decatur Rd
Decatur, GA 30033

Phone: 404-501-1000
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Lodging:

Courtyard Executive Park - Emory
1236 Executive Park Drive
Atlanta, GA 30329

Phone: 404-728-0708
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ROOM BLOCK:  Please book at least 30 days in advance and request the Northern Speech rate of $89. The Courtyard is 5.8 miles from the Medical Center. Directions. A free hotel shuttle van may be available between the Courtyard and DeKalb Medical. Please inquire with the hotel as to availably of the shuttle van.    

OTHER AREA HOTELS: Numerous other hotels can be found in the area. Negotiate your best rate.

Intended Audience

• SLP

Accreditation

This program is offered for 1.2 ASHA CEUs (Intermediate level, Professional area).

ASHA CEUS: Attendees must meet at least one of the following conditions in order to be eligible to earn ASHA CEUs:

• Current ASHA Member
• ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) Holder
• Licensed by a state or provincial regulatory agency to practice speech-language pathology (SLP) or audiology
• Credentialed by a state regulatory agency to practice SLP or audiology
• Credentialed by a national regulatory agency to practice SLP or audiology
• Engaged in a Clinical Fellowship under the supervision of an individual with their ASHA CCC
• Currently enrolled in a masters or doctoral program in SLP or audiology

If an attendee is not an ASHA member or CCC holder but meets any of the above criteria, they may provide their eligibility on the ASHA CEU Participant Form or inform the ASHA CE Registry of their eligibility by visiting this site.  

 

This course is approved by the Georgia State Board of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology.

NSS is an approved provider of continuing education by the Florida Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Board. Provider#SPA-026

Past Participant Comments

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