Speech-Language Pathology Intern
Veterans Affairs Hospital, La Jolla
La Jolla
• Provided evaluation and remediation services in acute and rehabilitative settings (inpatient and outpatient) for adults with various communication and swallowing disorders, including dysphonia, cognitive-communication disorders (e.g., Traumatic Brain Injury), dysarthria, apraxia, aphasia, and dysphagia • Conducted Modified Barium Swallow Studies. Interpreted and reported results in writing. • Experience with tracheostomy/ventilator dependent patients, laryngectomy, and Passy-muir… Show more • Provided evaluation and remediation services in acute and rehabilitative settings (inpatient and outpatient) for adults with various communication and swallowing disorders, including dysphonia, cognitive-communication disorders (e.g., Traumatic Brain Injury), dysarthria, apraxia, aphasia, and dysphagia • Conducted Modified Barium Swallow Studies. Interpreted and reported results in writing. • Experience with tracheostomy/ventilator dependent patients, laryngectomy, and Passy-muir valve trials• Completed required documentation, including assessment reports, patient progress, and discharge notes• Observed procedures such as Tracheoesophageal Puncture prosthesis insertion and follow-up treatment, as well as laryngoscopic videostroboscopy Show less