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A six month mentorship period is required for those entering practice in speech-language pathology. Mentorship is readily available through the speech-language pathology service by individuals with a minimum of four years of experience. In addition to fulfilling the obligations outlined by the...

Where are the 3rd Cranial Nerves located? The pair of 3rd cranial nerves (oculomotor nerves) are located at the top of the brainstem - one to the right and one to the left. They sit at the level of the tentorium. The 3rd cranial nerves are pure motor nerves. They are Lower Motor Neurons (LMN)...

Dreyer, C., Hawkins, S., Thouless, K. , Theurer, J. (2016). Evaluating the Impact of Speech-Language Pathology Intervention on Patients with Head and Neck Cancer. Poster Presentation given at the Dysphagia Research Society annual meeting February 23-27, 2016 Dhaliwal, S., Doyle, P., Failla, S...

The Speech-Language Pathology Department works with patients with communication and swallowing difficulties to provide assessment, management, and treatment of these disorders. As a department we work diligently to exemplify the spirit of LHSC and focus on the values of “ patient-centered care, with...

Ensure that patient and health care provider safety standards are met during this procedure including: Risk assessment and appropriate PPE 4 Moments of Hand Hygiene Procedural Safety Pause is performed Two patient identification Safe patient handling practices Biomedical waste disposal policies This...

Engagement in learning and teaching opportunities is an important facet to the practice of speech-language pathology at LHSC. Throughout the academic year, students participate in clinical experiences under the direct supervision of those speech-language pathologists who meet the qualifications...

Participation in continuing education opportunities is highly valued by our speech-language pathologists. The clinicians attend locally hosted programs in addition to international conferences in aphasia, dysphagia, motor speech disorders and head and neck cancer. In order to develop their skill...

Working at LHSC affords numerous opportunities to engage in research, training and continuing education. Speech-language pathologists at LHSC are committed to investing in the future of our profession and recognize the value of lifelong learning and discovery. Current Projects Publications

Speech-language pathologists provide assessment and treatment in the areas of communication and oropharyngeal dysphagia. A referral can be made to the LHSC Speech-Language Pathology Service during a patient's admission, or as an outpatient by a member of LHSC's Professional Staff (medical, midwifery...