Perspectives on Pediatric Dysphagia: A Discussion with SLP, OT, and Otolaryngology | Timed Agenda
- 9:00AM-9:10AM: Introductions and disclosures, review of course objectives and resources to utilize during the course
- 9:10AM-10:20AM: Review of embryology and the feeding and swallowing consequences of prematurity
- 10:20AM-10:30AM BREAK
- 10:30AM-11:00AM: Review of the neurological underpinnings of swallowing
- 11:00AM-11:45AM: Review of the pediatric airway, swallowing mechanism, and the anatomical changes that occur with development
- 11:45AM-12:15PM LUNCH
- 12:15PM-1:00PM: Discussion of surgical considerations as well as pre-surgical and post-surgical intervention strategies when working with pediatric dysphagia
- 1:00PM-2:00PM: Foundations for addressing feeding and swallowing skills in infants and toddlers
- 2:00PM-2:15PM BREAK
- 2:15PM-3:15PM: Current practices, tools, and strategies to use when treating pediatric dysphagia
- 3:15PM-3:45PM: Case studies with audience participation
- 3:45PM-4:00PM: Questions and Comments