SLP 585 Voice & Velopharyngeal Disorders
This course presents the anatomy, physiology, and embryology of the head and neck involved in the onset, development, and maintenance of disorders of the voice as well as structural malformations of the palate and velopharynx in children and adults. Assessment procedures for speech, resonance, and velopharyngeal dysfunction are illustrated with case studies, and no-tech, low-tech, and high-tech treatment procedures are covered in detail. Consideration will be given to laryngectomee rehabilitation with emphasis on surgical voice restoration. Lecture/laboratory/problem-based learning format.