The first presentation will define and review all evidenced based assessment methods for the swallow including screens, evaluations, and instrumental evaluations as well as other methods previously used that have been proven ineffective in swallow assessment.
The second presentation will correctly define and identify how to utilize evidence based practice (EBP) to ensure clinicians make their most informed decisions on dysphagia treatments, new and current. All dysphagia treatments that are considered EBP and others thought to be “hot topics” in the dysphagia treatment world will be included.

• Dysphagia
• Swallow Assessment: Clinical and Instrumental Evaluation