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dysphagia matters

Julia and Jule
Dysphagia
Swallowing Disorders
Parkinson's Disease
Pediatric Feeding Disorders
Head and Neck Cancer
Pharyngeal Electrical Stimulation
Swallowing Function
Neurodegeneration
Medical Ethics
Texture Modified Diet
Dysphagia Management
Speech Pathology
Survival and Quality Of Life
Dopamine
Beyond the Blender
Stroke
Neuroplasticity
Videofluoroscopy
Dysphagia Research Society
Myositis

dysphagia matters – a podcast about swallowing, swallowing disorders and the latest and greatest, or sometimes not so great, evidence!

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What if a microphone and a few sensors placed on the neck could detect dysphagia; without access to FEES  or videofluoroscopy, maybe even without a dysphagia specialist in the room?

In this episode, we sit down with Prof. Ervin Sejdic, a biomedical... more

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Dysphagia is an under-recognised but clinically important complication following cardiac surgery. In this episode, Prof. Cara Donohue discusses why dysphagia can occur despite surgery being anatomically distant from the swallowing mechanism. We explo... more

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Preparing safe, enjoyable meals for people with dysphagia can be challenging but it does not have to mean sacrificing enjoyment of food, variety, and social connection. How can clinicians and caregivers help ensure meals remain safe and enjoyable?

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Meta-analyses are powerful tools, but they can be challenging to interpret. In this episode, we explore how dysphagia clinicians can better understand and critically evaluate meta-analyses to support evidence-informed practice. We are joined by Prof.... more

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Recent Guests

Ervin Sejdić
Engineer and researcher focusing on computational biomarkers for dysphagia
University of Pittsburgh; Harvard Medical School (geriatrics); University of Toronto (postdoc)
Episode: EP 52: Developing biomarkers for dysphagia assessment with Ervin Sejdić
Cara Donohue
Director of Medical Speech Language Pathology at Vanderbilt University
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Episode: EP 51: Dysphagia post cardiac surgery with Cara Donohue
Dr. Simone Howells
Speech pathologist, researcher, and lecturer at Griffith University
Griffith University
Episode: EP 50: Beyond the blender – dysphagia made easier with Simone Howells
Kendrea Garand
Professor at the University of Pittsburgh
University of Pittsburgh
Episode: EP 49: How to use meta-analyses as a dysphagia clinician with Kendrea Garand
Raele Loy
Researcher at the Center for Health Disparities Research
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Episode: EP 48: Health (in)equity in dysphagia care with Raele Loy
Werner Poewe
Retired professor from the Medical University Innsbruck in Austria and a leading expert in Parkinson's disease
Medical University Innsbruck
Episode: EP 47: Understanding Parkinson’s disease with Werner Poewe
Kris Jatana
Professor in pediatric otolaryngology and member of the National Button Battery Task Force
National Button Battery Task Force
Episode: EP 46: When every second counts – button battery ingestion and dysphagia with Kris Jatana
Taher Omari
Professor of Swallowing Research at Flinders University
Flinders University
Episode: EP 44: Pharyngeal High-Resolution Manometry-Impedence with Taher Omari
Kathryn Steadman
Professor and pharmacist at the University of Queensland, specializing in dysphagia and medication administration
University of Queensland
Episode: EP 43: Medication intake for people with dysphagia with Kathryn Steadman

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Jule
Host of the Dysphagia Matters Podcast; collaborates on episode discussions and guest coordination.
Julia
Co-host of the Dysphagia Matters Podcast; co-hosts episodes and helps guide conversations with guests.

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EP 52: Developing biomarkers for dysphagia assessment with Ervin Sejdić
Q: What are the main challenges before these tools become standard clinical tools?
The biggest barriers are commercialization and regulatory pathways, along with transforming research-grade tools into affordable, user-friendly devices that clinicians in community settings can actually adopt, supported by robust datasets and validated algorithms.
EP 52: Developing biomarkers for dysphagia assessment with Ervin Sejdić
Q: Could you explain what a computational biomarker is and why it matters for swallowing assessment?
A computational biomarker is a data-derived metric that reflects the health state of the swallowing mechanism, created by analyzing vibratory signals and other data to infer physiological events like aspiration or hyoid movement, potentially reducing reliance on invasive or radiation-based methods.
EP 49: How to use meta-analyses as a dysphagia clinician with Kendrea Garand
Q: What are some of the red flags that indicate pooling studies might not be appropriate?
Differences in patient populations, treatment protocols, outcome measures, and the severity of conditions examined can all raise concerns about the validity of the meta-analysis results.
EP 49: How to use meta-analyses as a dysphagia clinician with Kendrea Garand
Q: How does meta-analysis differ from a systematic review?
Meta-analysis combines and quantitatively analyzes data from multiple studies, while a systematic review synthesizes information without necessarily performing statistical analysis.
EP 49: How to use meta-analyses as a dysphagia clinician with Kendrea Garand
Q: What motivated you and your team to write this tutorial?
To address the gap in training for clinicians on how to interpret and evaluate meta-analyses effectively, enabling them to integrate evidence into clinical decision-making confidently.

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What is dysphagia matters about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A podcast focused on swallowing and dysphagia, featuring clinicians, researchers, and educators who discuss the latest evidence, clinical practices, and real-world management of swallowing disorders. Recent episodes emphasize practical topics such as meta-analytic methods in dysphagia research, equity in care, advanced diagnostic techniques, and specific patient groups (e.g., Parkinson's disease, myositis, pediatric ingestion risks, and medication administration for dysphagic individuals). A distinctive thread is translating complex research into actionable insights for clinicians and caregivers, with guests ranging from university researchers and pharmacists to clinicians specializing in swallow safety, endoscopy, and rehabilitation. The s... more

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