Tag Archives: Dysphagia

What is Dysphagia and How Can The Eating Experience Be Enhanced For Those Who Suffer?

An interview with speech-language pathologist Erin Embry
Posted on July 15, 2017 by Ellary Allis (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Today, SevenPonds speaks with speech-language pathologist Erin Embry. Erin holds a dual degree in both Communication Sciences and Disorders and Health Policy and Management. She is also Director of the Speech@NYU online MS program in Communicative Sciences and Disorders and … Continue reading →

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Tube Feedings at the End of Life

For those who are dying, tube feedings provide more burden than benefit
Posted on July 3, 2017 by Tani Bahti (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

When a person begins to eat less, lose weight and have difficulty swallowing, the issue of using tube feedings to optimize nutrition and safety often arises. For their intended use, tube feedings can be a benefit. Their intended use is … Continue reading →

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Understanding Swallowing Difficulties at the End of Life

Maximize comfort and control when the ability to swallow diminishes
Posted on September 26, 2016 by Tani Bahti (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Join SevenPonds each month as Tani Bahti, RN, CT, CHPN, offers practical on-hand guidance to demystify the dying process. As an RN since 1976, Tani has been working to empower families and healthcare professionals to have the best end-of-life experience possible both through education and the … Continue reading →

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