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Dysphagia Evaluation Specialists is the leading provider of mobile Flexible Fiberoptic Endoscopic Ev Our guarantees include:

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Dysphagia Evaluation Specialists is the leading provider of mobile Flexible Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES) services to skilled nursing facilities throughout New York State and New Jersey. We stand behind the principles of excellence, quality of life, and service to our community and work diligently to elevate the quality of dysphagia care for our patients by providing a safe, cost effective diagnostic tool directly to skilled nursing facilities. Arrival within 24-72 hours of receiving a consult request. In cases of emergency we will come on the same day or morning immediately following receiving a consult request.

2. Arrival at a time that is convenient for your Speech-Pathologist so that they can take part in important decision making during the diagnostic process.

3. A highly detailed evaluation report with color images printed and handed in before we leave the facility.

4. Strong support for your Speech-Pathology staff in assisting them with development of a sound plan of care for their patients based on objective findings. Call or email us today to schedule an in-service or demonstration!

06/04/2025

Hello! I have seen some WILD things doing FEES for the past decade. Join me for The FEES Files,” a fun interactive webinar where we will do a deep dive into some of the most fascinating findings I’ve uncovered!

This X-files themed webinar will showcase 10 (possibly more) real life cases. Here’s a sneak peek:

1. The Phantom Doors
2. The Airway Invaders
3. The Suffocating Good Intentions
4. The Window into the Unknown
5. A Deceptive Description

And more!

Date: 6/30/25
Time: 6 pm (EST)
Continuing Education: 1.5-2.5 PDHs (exact number TBD)
Early bird rate untik 6/15: $34.99

Register here: www.dysphagia-fees.com/ceu

04/05/2025

🙏 Feeling grateful for going from hashtags to community!

Can't help but reflect on this incredible journey... From creating and back in 2020, to now having over 8,000 amazing SLPs in our "FEES and MBS Discussion Group"!

This community has become exactly what we dreamed of: A place to share knowledge, a space to ask questions, a platform for collaboration, a hub for clinical growth, and a supportive SLP family!

Watching members share their challenging cases, provide thoughtful insights, support each other's growth has been nothing short of inspiring.

To every member: THANK YOU for making this group such a valuable resource for medical SLPs worldwide!

Here's to many more years of learning, growing, and supporting each other! 💫

Not part of our FB family yet? Search "FEES and MBS Discussion Group" to join the conversation!

03/26/2025

📖 Wednesday Words 📖

You guys had so many questions last time, we are doing a part 2 on terminology for vocal quality!

Swipe through the graphics to see a list of adjectives that can be used for vocal quality!

Remember: vocal quality is generated by 3 different things- the configuration of your vocal tract, your overall laryngeal anatomy, and learned behavior.

Save this post for future reference and if you have any questions below!

03/25/2025

✨ Still Buzzing from FEES Foundations in-person event!

What an incredible weekend of learning, growth, and community! My heart is full from watching each of you develop your FEES skills with such dedication and enthusiasm.

The energy in the room was electric as I watched confidence grow with each scope pass, every anatomy identification, and all those "aha!" moments during hands-on practice. From nervous first attempts to smooth scope manipulation by day two, your progress was remarkable!

To the amazing participants: Your engagement, questions, and determination made this course special. The way you supported each other while mastering new skills exemplified the best of our SLP community.

Your reviews and feedback have touched me deeply. I'm thrilled that you found the course both challenging and transformative. Those smiles during successful scope passes made it all worthwhile!

While I am still finalizing dates for our next in-person course (stay tuned!), you can continue your FEES journey with our comprehensive on-demand courses.

Want to keep learning? Comment "SLPCourses" below to explore our online education options!

Share your favorite moment from the course below! 👇

03/05/2025

📖 Wednesday Words 📖

This week, I am doing something a little different with Wednesday's words.

Swipe through the graphics to see a list of adjectives that can be used for vocal quality!

Remember: vocal quality is generated by 3 different things- the configuration of your vocal tract, your overall laryngeal anatomy, and learned behavior.

Save this post for future reference, and let me know below what your other vocal quality adjectives you love to use are! There are so many more out there.

03/04/2025

🌟 Monday Motivation: FEES Edition

Walking into this week like a well-positioned endoscope - with purpose, precision, and determination!

This week, I'm ready to: Transform dysphagia care, advocate for my patients, document with precision, and make evidence-based decisions!

Because every FEES we perform isn't just a procedure - it's an opportunity to change a patient's quality of life, support safe nutrition, enable family meals, restore confidence, and make a difference.

Remember, fellow SLPs: Your expertise matters. Your dedication shows. Your work changes lives.

Whether you're completing your first FEES or your thousandth this week, you're making an impact that extends far beyond that moment of assessment.

Let's make this week count! 💪

Drop a 🎯 below if you're ready to tackle this week with purpose!

02/12/2025

🎯 What is true FEES competency?

Let's break down what real FEES competency looks like beyond just learning to pass the scope!

True FEES Competency Includes:

Foundational Knowledge:
🧠 Normal swallowing physiology
🧠 Dysphagia pathophysiology
🧠 Detailed anatomy knowledge
🧠 Presbyphagia vs dysphagia
🧠 Evidence-based practice

Clinical Excellence:
👩‍⚕️ Patient rapport building
👩‍⚕️ Proper scope handling
👩‍⚕️ Strategic positioning
👩‍⚕️ Protocol implementation
👩‍⚕️ Real-time problem solving

Interpretation Skills:
🔬 Accurate assessment
🔬 Pattern recognition
🔬 Subtle finding detection
🔬 Comprehensive analysis
🔬 Clinical decision-making

Documentation Mastery:
✍️ Professional terminology
✍️ Scope-appropriate descriptions
✍️ Clear recommendations
✍️ Detailed reporting
✍️ Medical team communication

Key Point: While passing the endoscope becomes muscle memory with practice, true competency lies in:
💡 Not over-penalizing normal variations
💡 Recognizing subtle pathology
💡 Balancing thorough assessment with patient comfort
💡 Making appropriate recommendations

Remember: FEES competency is a journey, not a destination!

Tag an SLP who is on their FEES journey now!

01/08/2025

📖 Wednesday Words 📖

The word this week is Epiglottic Petiole!

Unlike our previous words, this isn't an anomaly, but a key anatomical component that we can observe in each patient.

Although the epiglottis is more recognized and documented, we should also be wary of this structure, as it may play an important role in vidualizing, and also sometimes partially obscuring the subglottic space when the endoscope approaches for a close view. A skilled endoscopist should know how to troubleshoot around this structure occasionally.

Unsure of what I mean? Stay tuned for Friday to see a video of a very interesting petiole!

👩‍💻 Want more of these? Follow us here and comment "FEESBooks" to grab your copy of my book "Describing Laryngeal and Pharyngeal Anomalies For The Speech Pathologist-Endoscopist!"

01/06/2025

💭 Quote of the Day

As FEES providers, we don't just evaluate swallowing - we open doors to:
✨ Family meals
✨ Social connections
✨ Safe nutrition
✨ Independence
✨ Dignity
✨ Joy

Remember: Every time we pick up that scope, we have the potential to change someone's world.

Tag an SLP who needs this reminder today! 👇

Want to start your FEES journey? Check out our on-demand courses by commenting "SLPCourses" below!

01/01/2025

🎊 Happy 2025, FEES Family!

New Year = New Opportunities to elevate dysphagia care!

This year, we're committed to:
✨ Expanding access to mobile FEES
✨ Educating more SLPs through our training programs
✨ Supporting facilities in implementing FEES programs
✨ Advancing evidence-based dysphagia management
✨ Building an even stronger FEES community

2024 was incredible, but 2025 is going to be transformative!

We're launching:
🧠 New educational courses
🧠 Enhanced training resources
🧠 Expanded service areas
🧠 More clinical support tools
🧠 Innovative assessment protocols

To our amazing SLP community - thank you for trusting us on your FEES journey. Whether you're just starting out or you're a seasoned endoscopist, we're here to support your growth!

What's your biggest FEES goal for 2025? Drop it below! 👇

12/07/2024

If are attending my Describing Anomalies webinar this Sunday 12/8 at 12:00 (EST), you should have received an email with a zoom link. I will email tomorrow again just in case. You can also reach out to me at: valeria@dysphagia-fees.com

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