CHCS - Perspectives Winter/Spring 2016

72 • NOVA SOUTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY Speech-Language Pathology FORT LAUDERDALE Caroline Trzaska, left, and Paige Penina Oral Rigid Scope Endoscopy with Stroboscopy (Kay-Pentax) Robert Contrucci, who is the team otolaryngologist, along with an SLP voice-resonance team of specialists, conduct flex- ible fiberoptic videonasoendoscopies to examine nasopharyn- geal and laryngeal structures, function, and pathophysiology. Oral rigid scope endoscopy with stroboscopy is administered to yield more sensitive laryngeal findings, particularly as they pertain to the characteristics of vocal-fold vibration. The otolaryngologist makes the medical diagnosis, while the SLP formulates the phonatory diagnosis. In the photo above, two former graduate students demon- strate oral rigid scope endoscopy with stroboscopy. As part of the procedure, there is a review of the recorded DVD in slow motion, which is used to analyze the characteristics of the vocal folds during vibration. Pedagogy—Theory and Practice The students undergoing clinical rotat- ions in voice-resonance diagnostics and treatment are required to apply their coursework knowledge and to use critical thinking. Students are taught how to interpret complex acoustic data generated from the various acoustic measurements, apply their knowledge of disease processes to avoid false positives or false negative conclusions, and develop best-practice management plans. They are trained in evidence- based therapeutic techniques, dynamic assessment skills, and clinical report writing. Community The CHCS Speech-Language Pathol- ogy Clinic’s Voice-Resonance Lab continues to grow in the number of referrals, diversity of disorders treated, and variety of referral sources. Students benefit from a wide range of clinical experiences while partici- pating in a multidisciplinary team serving the surrounding communities.