All About FEES in Dysphagia Management - George Barnes & Allie Mataras

<p>In this episode, we learn about Flexible endoscopic evaluation of swallowing (FEES) in Dysphagia Management. Allie Mataras, MA, CCC-SLP, CBIS, and George Barnes MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S of Feesible Swallow Solutions tell us all about what FEES is, how procedures work, the training process, and more!</p><p>-------------------------------------------------------------------</p><p><strong>EPISODE SPONSOR</strong> – AMN PASSPORT</p><p>Easily Find, Book, and Manage Your Travel SLP Assignments at <a href="https://www.amnpassport.com/">https://www.amnpassport.com</a></p><p>-------------------------------------------------------------------</p><p><strong>TIMESTAMPS:</strong></p><ul><li>(0:00) Introduction</li><li>(2:30) George & Allie’s Professional Background</li><li>(6:24) Had George & Allie Worked With FEES in the Past</li><li>(8:40) What is FEES in Dysphagia Management</li><li>(14:06) Patient participation in a FEES Procedure</li><li>(16:50) Where is FEES performed</li><li>(19:08) Training Process to Become Competent in FEES</li><li>(25:00) What Does a Typical FEES Procedure Look Like</li><li>(34:04) Getting Established With Facilities</li></ul><p>-------------------------------------------------------------------</p><p><strong>ABOUT THE GUESTS</strong></p><p>George Barnes MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S is a Board Certified Specialist in swallowing and swallowing disorders who has developed expertise in dysphagia management focusing on diagnostics and clinical decision-making in the medically complex population. George yearns to make education useful and quality care accessible. With a passion for food and a deep appreciation for the joy and connection it brings to our lives, he has dedicated his life to helping others enjoy this simple, but deep-rooted pleasure.</p><ul><li>Mobile FEES in NJ and NY: https://www.feesibleswallowsolutions.com/fees</li><li>Blog: https://www.feesibleswallowsolutions.com/blog</li><li>Med SLP Coaching: https://www.feesibleswallowsolutions.com/medslpcoaching</li><li>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagra