A strong medical background is becoming more and more important for speech-language pathologists. In fact, 40,000 speech professionals already work in hospitals, nursing homes, and other medical facilities. This superb 712-page reference-the first comprehensive guide to medical speech-language pathology-provides the complete medical information in a practical, accessible format. The book brings together contributions from more than thirty leading experts in speech-language pathology, neurology, otolaryngology, radiology, and psychiatry, and provides complete illustrated coverage of both the pathology and treatment of medically related speech disorders.
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"A very useful resource...An excellent contribution to the field of speech-language pathology.. Recommend[ed]..for any students or practicing clinicians interested in expanding their knowledge of issues specific to speech-language pathology."--Doody's Book Reviews
A very useful resource...An excellent contribution to the field of speech-language pathology.. Recommend[ed]..for any students or practicing clinicians interested in expanding their knowledge of issues specific to speech-language pathology.--Doody's Book Reviews
The second edition of "Medical Speech--Language Pathology: A Practitioner's Guide" presents the latest information on neurological communication disorders and swallowing and voice disorders in adults. The book features complete coverage of the pathophysiology of communication disorders, describing the underlying degenerative, neurogenic, and psychogenic causes of speech-language impairments. A thorough review of the theoretical issues involved provides practitioners with the conceptual framework needed to develop effective treatments that address both functionality and the quality of life of the patient.
Features: Practical approaches to the diagnosis and management of common disorders such as aphasia, dysphagia, and more Strategies for rehabilitating patients with conditions such as head and neck cancer and dementia Comprehensive discussion of service delivery issues, such as the interface between speech--language pathology and psychiatry, and approaches to patient management in acute care and intensive care settings Study questions at the end of each chapter--ideal for reviewing key concepts Extensive lists of references to aid pursuit of topics in more depth
"Medical Speech--Language Pathology" serves the needs of all speech--language pathologists, otolaryngologists, neurologists, psychiatrists, researchers, and students in these specialties for a single-volume reference on all aspects of care for patients with communication disorders.
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