Featuring: Dr. Gabi Constantinescu
Originally Broadcast Tuesday, March 7, 2023
Join us for our Meet the Makers Series for a chance to hear directly from dysphagia industry leaders on products that can help manage and treat swallowing disorders.
These one-hour webinars will include a 30 minute product presentation, followed by up to 30 minutes of interactive Q&A where you will have a chance to ask all of your questions.
These presentations are geared towards people living with dysphagia and their loved ones. Healthcare professionals that treat people with dysphagia are also welcome to attend.
As with all of our online learning events, registration is free!
Please note: The NFOSD is a nonprofit patient advocacy organization. We do not endorse specific products, treatments, or brands. The NFOSD does not provide person-specific medical advice or treatment recommendations. This presentation is for informational purposes only, and does not intend to substitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Never modify your treatment plan without consulting with your healthcare team. If you need assistance identifying a swallowing disorder specialist, please contact us at info@nfosd.com.
Featured Company: True Angle
Featured Product: Mobili-T
Company Website: https://www.trueanglemedical.com/
Presenter: Gabriela (Gabi) Constantinescu, PhD, R.SLP, S-LP(C)
Dr. Constantinescu is a co-founder and Chief Experience Officer (CXO) for True Angle. She also holds an Adjunct Assistant Professor position in the Communication Sciences and Disorders Department at the University of Alberta and is an Affiliate of the Institute for Reconstructive Sciences in Medicine (iRSM). Gabi started off as a clinician at iRSM, where she amassed over a decade of experience assessing and treating swallowing difficulties in patients with head and neck cancer. Gabi then went on to obtain her PhD, where her research directly influenced the design and development of the Mobili-T. Her research with the Mobili-T brought her the 2020 Michael Donovan NFOSD Innovation Award and the 2020 ACSLPA Honour of the College award.
Also present from True Angle will be Mary Grimes, Business Development Manager, and Renzo Garcia, MSc-SLP. Together, this team will have all your questions covered.
Presentation Outline (30 minutes):
1. Brief introduction to sEMG biofeedback (5 min)
2. Introduction to the Mobili-T (5 min)
3. Introduction to different packages: Mobili-T Core, Plus, Premium (10 min)
4. Level up your dysphagia practice with the use of biofeedback technology (10 min)
