374 – Building Confidence in FEES: The Key to Successful Swallowing Assessments

Swallow Your Pride Podcast

Theresa Richard, MA, CCC-SLP, BCS-S

Education, Health & Fitness, Business, Careers, Medicine

4.8 • 899 Ratings

🗓️ 4 September 2025

⏱️ 32 minutes

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Summary

What happens when a passionate SLP flies to Hawaii to train a hospital team in FEES—and ends up learning just as much as she teaches?

In this episode, Theresa shares the powerful, behind-the-scenes story of a multi-day FEES training in a hospital system. From the logistics (yes, including rolled up manila folders) to the deeply human moments (like helping a burn patient eat for the first time in months), you’ll hear exactly what it takes to build confident, compassionate FEES providers—without throwing anyone to the wolves.

This isn’t just about technique. It’s about mindset. Mentorship. The language we use. The space we create. And the incredible ripple effect it all has on patient care.

Whether you're a seasoned FEES mentor or considering your very first pass, this story-driven episode will leave you inspired, empowered, and maybe even a little teary-eyed (in the best way).

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0:00.0	Hello, my friends. If you've been waiting for the perfect opportunity to connect, learn, and grow with other medical SLPs, then I've got some amazing news for you.
0:10.7	The collective live event is back, and it's happening on November 19th in Washington, D.C., the day before the Asha Convention.
0:19.4	So, we've heard your request loud and clear, and while hosting
0:22.6	this event has been cost prohibitive in the past, we found a way to make it happen this year without
0:27.8	breaking the bank for you. Thanks to Asha also for providing us with a free room, and we are passing
0:33.3	these savings directly onto you. So what's the Collective Live all about? So picture this,
0:39.2	roundtable discussions tailored to your needs. Whether you're diving into ICU,
0:44.2	Peds, dysphasia, or voice, you'll be surrounded by SLPs who get it. Our brand new skills fair,
0:50.2	where you can get hands on with tools like fee scopes, AAC devices, speaking valves, and more.
0:55.6	And of course, the chance to connect with mentors and peers who share your passion for medical
0:59.6	SLP.
1:00.5	This is your chance to walk away with actionable strategies, renewed confidence, and 0.8 Asha
1:05.9	CEOs all in one day.
1:07.8	So spots are limited, so don't wait.
1:10.1	Head to syppodcast.com forward slash live event to grab your ticket now. I cannot wait to see you all there. Let's make this the most. I'm your host, Teresa Richard. I'm a board certified specialist in swallowing and swallowing disorders, a mobile fees business owner and founder
1:44.6	of the MetSLP Collective.
1:46.7	This podcast is all about delivering the latest evidence-based practice to medical
1:50.3	SLPs everywhere.
1:51.9	Whether you're a new clinician seeking tangible tools for treatment or a seasoned vet stuck in a
1:56.5	rut, my goal is to help ditch the old school ways of the past that no longer serve
2:00.7	new year patients,
2:02.0	to reinvigorate your passion for our field, to broaden your knowledge about our scope of practice,
	...

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