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- Evaluated voice disorders through gathering patient histories, conducting stroboscopic examinations, and analyzing aerodynamic and acoustic measures using Multi-Dimensional Voice Profile, Real Time Pitch and Phonatory Acoustic Systems.- Developed and implemented treatment plans for patients with voice disorders utilizing protocols such as Vocal Function Exercises, Resonant Voice Therapy, Semi-Occluded Vocal Tract exercises, circumlaryngeal massage, myofascial release, vocal hygiene, reflux management, cough/throat clearing control, breathing for vocal cord dysfunction.- Conducted written and verbal reports for physicians.- Provided vocal health counseling to classic and musical theater students attending Cincinnati Conservatory of Music. Provided vocal health counseling to classical and musical theater students attending Cincinnati Conservatory of Music of University of Cincinnati.- Assisted in weekly review of stroboscopic examinations with affiliated otolaryngologist.- Assisted in FEES and Flexible stroboscopic examinations, singing voice evaluations and signing voice therapy.- Evaluation and treatment of patients with Vocal Cord Dysfunction.- Attended laryngectomee support group meetings.- Observed and assisted in patient care of Botox injections for patient with spasmodic dysphonia.- Researched and presented a literature review on the psychological standards necessary to be an elite singer.

Alto in a singing and dancing trio that performs across the globe for the USO, active duty military and veterans.Originated the role of Norma in the first show to be performed in the museum’s Stage Door Canteen.

ACUTE CARE:-Performed bedside swallow evaluations, Modified Barium Swallow studies- Assisted with FEES- Performed Speech/language/Cognition evaluations.- Developed and implemented treatment for patients with dysphagia, aphasia and traumatic brain injury.- Fitted patients for Passey-Muir Valve (PMV), provided PMV and/or Tracheostomy Care education to patients and family members.OUTPATIENT CARE:- Assisted in fitting patients with Tracheoesophegeal punctures(TEP) with voice prosthesis, by removing old prosthesis, inserting dilators, and placing new prosthesis. - Provided stoma care education, cleaning and placement patients with TEPs.- Observed laryngectomee surgery- Implemented and refined Vocal Function Exercises and Vocal Cord Dysfunction exercises with patients. - Completed Voice evaluations using CAPE-V, acoustical measures- Completed patient progress, evaluation and discharge notes.