Speech-Language Pathology

Speech-Language Pathology is a professional practice that involves evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of various communication and swallowing disorders. These disorders can be caused by developmental delays, brain injuries, cleft lip and palate, hearing loss, learning disability, or other medical conditions. Speech-Language Pathologists work to improve the quality of life for individuals with communication and swallowing impairments. Speech-Language Pathology can help those affected with disorders to regain control of their lives by improving their communication skills, increasing their ability to swallow, and restoring their confidence. Speech-Language Pathology is a vital profession that improves the lives of people of all ages who face many communication and swallowing challenges.