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Michael Groher

PhD, F-ASHA, Honors ASHA

Michael Groher is an emeritus professor of the Department of Communicative Disorders at the University of Redlands in Redlands, California. Dr. Groher has spent most of his career working as a medical speech pathologist in acute and long-term care settings. The majority of his hospital work was done for the Department of Veterans Affairs in Seattle/Tacoma, New York, and Tampa. He is best known for his pioneering work with patients who have swallowing disorders.

The majority of his work is summarized in three texts: Dysphagia: Diagnosis and Management (three editions), Introduction to Adult Swallowing Disorders, and Clinical Management of Dysphagia in Adults and Children (Second Edition). Dr. Groher is an ASHA Fellow and Honors recipient as well as a past founding associate editor for the journal Dysphagia. He is an honorary member of the Japanese Society of Dysphagia Rehabilitation.

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Adults With Dysphagia: Case Studies for Interactive Problem-Solving (Recorded Webinar)

Presented by Michael Groher, PhD, F-ASHA, Honors ASHA

Adults With Dysphagia: Case Studies for Interactive Problem-Solving (Recorded Webinar)

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Video Runtime: 138 Minutes; Learning Assessment Time: 19 Minutes

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How one develops critical thinking skills in the medical environment has been the focus of numerous empirical studies. From these studies, it has been suggested that the use of case examples that guide one through a series of decisions with direct feedback about those decisions is a valuable method of developing critical thinking skills. This webinar will present four case studies that will use this method in a series of four adult patients with dysphagia with diagnostically challenging presentations. All of these cases were referred by a physician into an outpatient setting; however, one may see similar cases across multiple settings. The format for each case will follow a general progression: the patient's history, what additional information might be necessary, what one would do next, an imaging study, interpretation of the study, next steps, and recommendations for treatment, including any referrals.

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Disorders of the Esophagus for the Speech-Language Pathologist

Presented by Michael Groher, PhD, F-ASHA, Honors ASHA

Disorders of the Esophagus for the Speech-Language Pathologist

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Video Runtime: 58 Minutes; Learning Assessment Time: 9 Minutes

This course provides an introduction to esophageal anatomy and function, as well as an introduction to common disorders of the esophagus. Dr. Groher introduces the basics of the anatomy and physiology of the esophagus that are relevant to speech-language pathologists. The participant will also be introduced to relevant disorders of the esophagus, including disorders with structural and motor etiologies. This course will equip the participant to differentiate between multiple disorders of the esophagus based on patient presentation, and will conclude with an interactive activity testing these clinical reasoning skills. This is the first course in a four course series by Dr. Groher. Please make sure to watch:

Pharyngo-Esophageal Relationships
Treatment Approaches to Upper Esophageal Sphincter Disorders

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Pharyngo-Esophageal Relationships

Presented by Michael Groher, PhD, F-ASHA, Honors ASHA

Pharyngo-Esophageal Relationships

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Video Runtime: 42 Minutes; Learning Assessment Time: 9 Minutes

This course explores the complex relationship between the pharynx and lower esophageal regions. The participant will be introduced to esophageal disorders that may impact the evaluation procedures for disorders of the upper esophageal sphincter (UES). The participant will also develop the skills to differentiate between esophageal disorders that can affect the UES, and apply their knowledge in an interactive case activity. This is the second course in a four course series by Dr. Groher. Please make sure to watch:

Disorders of the Esophagus for the Speech-Language Pathologist
Treatment Approaches to Upper Esophageal Sphincter Disorders

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Treatment Approaches to Upper Esophageal Sphincter Disorders

Presented by Michael Groher, PhD, F-ASHA, Honors ASHA

Treatment Approaches to Upper Esophageal Sphincter Disorders

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Video Runtime: 61 Minutes; Learning Assessment Time: 23 Minutes

This course provides rationales, use cases, and indications for a variety of treatment options for disorders of the esophageal sphincter. Traditional behavioral treatments that are available to speech language pathologists are covered, in addition to available medical treatments. Treatment options include biofeedback, dilation, botulinum, injections, and myotomy. Upon completing this course, the participant should be able to distinguish between patients who require intervention from a speech language pathologist, and/or the intervention of a medical specialist. The course concludes with an interactive activity testing the clinical reasoning of the participant. This is the fourth course in a four course series by Dr. Groher. Please make sure to watch:

Disorders of the Esophagus for the Speech-Language Pathologist
Pharyngo-Esophageal Relationships

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Medical and Ethical Dilemmas: Nutrition For Adults With Dysphagia (2024)

Presented by Michael Groher, PhD, F-ASHA, Honors ASHA

Medical and Ethical Dilemmas: Nutrition For Adults With Dysphagia (2024)

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Selecting the best route to provide nutrition in adults with dysphagia can be controversial and difficult. The speech-language pathologist (SLP) often assists in this decision, making recommendations either for oral or feeding tube placement. Some patients or the patient's family reject the use of feeding tubes even though the medical care team feels the patient's health may be at risk with continued oral feeding. Such situations create potential medical, legal, and ethical dilemmas that need to be addressed by the medical care team in conjunction with the patient and family. This course will explore the ramifications of these interactions with suggestions on approaches the SLP may take in their role as the dysphagia specialist in a medical setting.

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Apr 8, 2020

Adults with Dysphagia Case Studies: Interactive Problem Solving

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