The NFOSD’s TAD Talks (T.alking A.bout D.ysphagia) are a series of expert-led webinars designed to explore the latest advancements in dysphagia research, treatment, and technology. These engaging sessions feature prominent speakers from a variety of disciplines who share valuable insights, research findings, and practical strategies for improving care and outcomes for individuals with swallowing disorders. TAD Talks cover a wide range of topics, including innovative therapies, cutting-edge devices, and emerging trends in dysphagia management. Whether you are a healthcare provider, researcher, or someone impacted by dysphagia, these webinars offer a unique opportunity to stay informed, deepen your understanding, and engage with the experts driving progress in the field.
- Gulp Fiction: Get Fluent in the Language of SwallowingPresented by Ianessa Humbert, PhD Initially Broadcast on July 15, 2026
- Tiny Patients, Big Decisions: A Parent’s Guide to NICU FeedingTiny Patients, Big Decisions: A Parent’s Guide to NICU Feeding Presented by: …
- Screening and Self-Exam Essentials for Head and Neck CancerScreening and Self-Exam Essentials for Head and Neck Cancer: What YOU Need …
- From Principles to Practice: Implementing Informed ConsentFrom Principles to Practice: Implementing Informed Consent for Texture-Modified Diets Presented by: …
- From Exam to ActionFrom Exam to Action: Using the MBSImP Global Registry to Strengthen Reporting, …
- Restoring Communication with Speech NeuroengineeringPresented by Dr. Lee M. Miller Originally Broadcast September 11th at 5pm …
- No Spit Sherlock: Cracking the Case of Dry Mouth after CancerPresented by Dr. Harry Quon & Dr. Mike Passineau Monday, August 18th …
- Good 4 Chew: From Crunch to ConnectionWhy Chewing Still Matters for Recovery, Satiety and Quality of Life Presented …
- Gulp Fiction: Busting Swallow Myths with Dr. Ianessa HumbertPresented by Ianessa Humbert, PhD Originally Broadcast on April 10, 2025
- Breaking Bad Habits: Smarter Clinical Decision-MakingPresented by George Barnes, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S Originally Broadcast March 13, 2025
- Consideraciones Culturales Para La Intervención Del Paciente Con Disfagia Nombre del autor: Johanna Pino Grisales, MS, CCC-SLP Biografia del autor: Johanna Pino es …
- Sleighing the Season: Proactively Navigating the Holidays with DysphagiaPresented by Teresa Suit, BSN Originally Broadcast December 12th, 2024
- OH MY GERD! Navigating Reflux-Related DysphagiaPresented by Peter Belafsky, MD, PhD, MPH Originally Broadcast November 12, 2024
- Now What? When All The Tests Are Normal But You Still Can’t SwallowPresented by Michelle Adessa, M.S., CCC-SLP The Voice Center, Head & Neck …
- Feeding on the FrontlinesPresented by Carolyn Dolby M.S., CCC-SLP Originally Broadcast on June 11, 2024
- Techniques Used to Change Behaviors in Pediatric Feeding DisordersPresented by Nancy Swigert, M.A., CCC-SLP, BCS-S (Life Member) Originally Broadcast October …
- Zenker’s Diverticulum & the Multiverse of Endoscopic InterventionsPresented by Shumon Dhar, M.D. Originally Broadcast on August 30, 2023
- We Don’t Have X-Ray Vision: Optimizing Dysphagia Assessment with Instrumental ExamsPresented by Rinki Varindani Desai, MS.,CCC-SLP, CBIS, CDP Originally Broadcast July 12, …
- Exploring Tongue Muscle Regeneration for DysphagiaPresented by Michael Griffin, Ph.D. & Johnathon Anderson, Ph.D. Originally Broadcast June …
- Financial Toxicity Caused by Head and Neck CancerPresented by Liza Blumenfeld, MA, CCC-SLP, BCS-S Hanna and Mark Gleiberman Head …
- Let’s Get Physical! Basics of Swallowing Exercise SciencePresented by Heather Starmer, MA, CCC-SLP, BCS-S Clinical Associate Professor, Stanford University …
- Making the Most of Your Dysphagia TeamPresented by Nancy Swigert, M.A., CCC-SLP, BCS-S (Life Member) Originally Broadcast January …
- Through Thick & Thin: Diet Texture ModificationPresented by Catriona M. Steele, PhD, CCC-SLP, S-LP(C), Reg. CASLPO, ASHA Fellow
- TAD Talk: Making Dysphagia Easier to SwallowPresented by Jan Pryor, PhD, CCC-SLP, BCS-S & Sonia Blue, MA, MFT …
- Swallowing Problems in Neurologic Disease: Why isn’t there a pill for that yet?Presented by Michelle Ciucci, PhD, CCC-SLP Originally Broadcast on Monday, June 13 …
- Dining Health – A Person-Centered Approach to Improving the Eating ExperiencePresented by Reva Barewal, DDS, MS & Samantha Shune, PhD, CCC-SLP Originally Broadcast …
- Survivorship 101 -Navigating Head and Neck CancerPresented by Carie Montesa, MSN, RN, AGACNP-BC and Liza Blumenfeld, MA, CCC-SLP, …
- Get More Bang for Your Buck: Enhancing the Balance between Eating and EnergyPresented by Raele Robison, PhD, CCC-SLP and Alicia K. Vose, PhD, CCC-SLP …
- More than Oral Care – Let’s Talk Oral Infection ControlPresented by Karen Sheffler, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S Originally broadcast on Thursday, March …
- Swallowing Exercises with BiofeedbackPresented by Gabriela Constantinescu, PhD, R.SLP, S-LP(C) Recorded on Wednesday, November 18 at …
- Why We Should Care About Pill DysphagiaPresented by Maggie Kuhn, MD, MAS Originally Broadcast Thursday, September 3
- Understanding Transitional FoodsPresented by Reva Barewal, DDS, MS & Samantha Shune, PhD, CCC-SLP Originally …
- Managing Dysphagia in Adults with Intellectual Disability – Webinar RecordingPresented by Melissa Farrow, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S Originally broadcast Wednesday, June 17, …
- Managing Dysphagia in the ICUPresented by Stevie Marvin, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S Originally Broadcast: Monday, May 11, …
- Sex, Drugs, and Rock & Roll – Modern Day Head and Neck CancerPresented by Ezra Cohen, MD, FRCPSC, FASCO
- Dysphagia’s Broader Impacts on Caregivers & FamiliesPresented by Samantha Shune, PhD, CCC-SLP & Michele Vandehey, MS, CCC-SLP Originally …
- Parkinson’s Disease & SwallowingPresented by Mary Spremulli, MA, CCC-SLP Originally Broadcast Tuesday, July 25th, 2019
- Dysphagia & DementiaPresented by Nicole Rogus-Pulia, PhD, CCC-SLP Originally Broadcast Tuesday, October 30th, 2018
- Pain & DysphagiaPresented by Liza Blumenfeld, BCS-S, CCC-SLP CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE RECORDING …
- Aspiration PneumoniaPresented by Lisa Evangelista, CScD, CCC-SLP, BCS-S CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE …
- Webinar Recording: International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation InitiativePresented by Catriona M. Steele, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, BCS-S, S-LP(C), Reg. CASLPO, ASHA …
- Myofascial Release and Manual Therapy in Dysphagia TreatmentPresented by Jen Carter, M.Ed., CCC-SLP, BCS-S CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE …
- To E-Stim or Not to E-Stim, Is that the Question?Presented by Dr. Ianessa Humbert, Ph.D., CCC-SLP & Rinki Varindani Desai, M.S.,CCC-SLP …
- Building a Future that is Easier to SwallowPresented by Martin Birchall, MD CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE RECORDING Originally …
- Gaining Greater Body Image when Living with DysphagiaPresented by Michelle Fingeret, PhD CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE RECORDING Originally Broadcast …
- Practical Considerations of Family Concerns Related to Pediatric Feeding & SwallowingPresented by Donna Edwards, CCC-SLP, BCS-S CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE RECORDING …
- Living with Dysphagia – A Patient/Caregiver PanelPresented by Mary Spremulli, MA, CCC-SLP CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE RECORDING …
- High-Resolution ManometryPresented by Molly Knigge, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S Click Here for recording of …
- Oropharyngeal Strengthening to Improve SwallowingPresented by JoAnne Robbins, PhD, CCC-SLP, BCS-S & Jackie Hind, MS, CCC-SLP, …
- The Role of Electrical Stimulation in the Treatment of DysphagiaPresented by Christy Ludlow, Ph.D. Click here for a recording of the …
- Aspiration Pneumonia in Patients with Swallowing DisordersPresented by Tiffany Mohr, MA, CCC-SLP Click here for a recording of …
- Finding the Right Professional(s) for your Swallowing DisorderPresented by Nancy B. Swigert, MA, CCC-SLP, BCS-S Click here for a …