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Beyond the Vocal Folds: The Role of Respiratory Strength in Voice (This webinar is scheduled for 5.30pm Eastern Time, USA)
13th Oct 2026, 22.30 - 23.30 GMT (16.30 - 17.30 CST)
Dr Bari Hoffman, Ph.D., CCC-SLP. Associate Dean of Clinical Affairs and Healthcare Innovation, University of Central Florida
The ICU SLP: Communication, Secretion Triage, and Dysphagia Evaluation (This webinar is scheduled for 5.30pm Eastern Time, USA)
10th Nov 2026, 22.30 - 23.30 GMT (16.30 - 17.30 CST)
Jo Puntil, Speech-Language Pathologist, Board Certified Specialist in Swallowing, ASHA Fellow
Inspiratory Muscle Training and EILO
18th Nov 2026, 10.00 - 11.00 GMT (04.00 - 05.00 CST)
Petrine Solli, Physiotherapist, PhD Candidate, Haukeland University Hospital, Norway
Beyond the Vocal Folds: The Role of Respiratory Strength in Voice (This webinar is scheduled for 5.30pm Eastern Time, USA)
13th Oct 2026, 22.30 - 23.30 GMT (16.30 - 17.30 CST)
Dr Bari Hoffman, Ph.D., CCC-SLP. Associate Dean of Clinical Affairs and Healthcare Innovation, University of Central Florida
Learning Objectives:
- Describe the role of respiratory muscle strength in voice production and respiratory–phonatory coordination.
- Identify appropriate candidates for respiratory muscle strength training (RMST) in individuals with voice disorders.
- Apply evidence-based principles to integrate RMST into assessment and treatment of voice disorder
Speaker Bio:
Dr. Hoffman is a leader in speech-language pathology specializing in voice, upper airway, and motor speech disorders, with more than two decades of clinical expertise. A former Director of the Center for Voice Care and Swallowing Disorders in Orlando, Florida, her work integrates clinical practice, research, and innovation. She is a Fellow of ASHA and the National Academies of Practice and has authored numerous publications and five textbook editions, including Voice Disorders and Respiratory Muscle Strength Training.
Who Should Attend:
This webinar is designed for speech and language pathologists, physiotherapists, respiratory and ENT clinicians, strength and conditioning coaches, and exercise physiologists with an interest in translating breathing science into practical intervention.
Note: This webinar is scheduled for 5.30pm Eastern Time (USA), 10.30pm BST (UK)
The ICU SLP: Communication, Secretion Triage, and Dysphagia Evaluation (This webinar is scheduled for 5.30pm Eastern Time, USA)
10th Nov 2026, 22.30 - 23.30 GMT (16.30 - 17.30 CST)
Jo Puntil, Speech-Language Pathologist, Board Certified Specialist in Swallowing, ASHA Fellow
Learning Objectives:
- Differentiate Swallow Screening vs. Clinical Swallowing Evaluation (CSE)
- Prioritize and Implement Functional Communication Strategies.
- Describe Secretion Management and Airway Protection for Oral Readiness
Speaker Bio:
Jo Puntil is an accomplished Speech-Language Pathologist, Board Certified Specialist
in Swallowing, and ASHA Fellow with 35+ years of critical care experience. She excels
in building specialized interdisciplinary rehab teams for trauma, respiratory, spinal cord,
and complex ICU patients. A published researcher and presenter of 300+ lectures
worldwide who served as ASHA CFCC Chair, Jo’s commitment to advancing knowledge
makes her an invaluable resource for clinicians and researchers alike.
Who Should Attend:
This webinar is designed for speech and language pathologists (therapists), physiotherapists, dieticians, respiratory, ICU and ENT clinicians and allied healthcare professionals with an interest in translating breathing science into practical intervention.
Inspiratory Muscle Training and EILO
18th Nov 2026, 10.00 - 11.00 GMT (04.00 - 05.00 CST)
Petrine Solli, Physiotherapist, PhD Candidate, Haukeland University Hospital, Norway
This webinar will be presented by Petine Solli. Petrine is undertaking a PhD at Haukeland University Hospital, Norway. Earler this year, her work investigating upper airway and translayrngeal resistance during Inspiratory Muscle Training was presented at ERS.
Whether you work with athletes pushing physiological limits or patients managing chronic respiratory conditions, this session will highlight the latest cutting edge research, giving you evidence-based tools to take away and use in your daily practice.
Learning Objectives – coming soon
Who Should Attend:
This webinar is designed for physiotherapists, respiratory clinicians, sports scientists, strength and conditioning coaches, and exercise physiologists with an interest in translating breathing science into practical intervention.
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