Videofluoroscopy: A Multidisciplinary Team Approach for Optimal Swallowing Diagnosis and Treatment

Authored by renowned scholars Roger D. Newman and Julie M. Nightingale, Videofluoroscopy: A Multidisciplinary Team Approach is a timely volume that addresses the growing need for interdisciplinary collaboration in the conducting and interpretation of videofluoroscopic swallowing studies (VFSS). As clinicians increasingly rely on objective examinations to establish a baseline for patient diagnosis and treatment, the demand for multidisciplinary team knowledge has never been more pressing.

The Shift towards Multidisciplinary Teams in Swallowing Diagnosis

In recent years, the role of the radiologist in VFSS has diminished, highlighting the need for radiographers and speech and language therapists to expand their knowledge base and work together more closely. The growing demand for innovative diagnostic and interventional procedures has led to an extended range of health professionals crossing traditional practice boundaries, necessitating a more collaborative approach to swallowing diagnosis and treatment.

A Comprehensive Resource for Multidisciplinary Teams

Videofluoroscopy: A Multidisciplinary Team Approach serves as a crucial resource for all members of the videofluoroscopy service team, providing the knowledge and skills required to Excel in this field. The book is divided into two comprehensive parts: Part One offers an in-depth overview of swallowing and an introduction to the VFSS, while Part Two covers a range of clinical indications for VFSS, including stroke, neuromuscular conditions, pediatric disorders, learning disabilities, dementia, and head and neck cancers.

Book Details

• Publisher: Plural Publishing
• Edition: 1st edition
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1597564397
• ISBN-13: 978-1597564397

This seminal work is an essential resource for radiographers, speech and language therapists, and all healthcare professionals involved in the diagnosis and treatment of swallowing disorders. By fostering a deeper understanding of the videofluoroscopic swallowing study and its applications, Videofluoroscopy: A Multidisciplinary Team Approach has the potential to revolutionize the field of swallowing diagnosis and treatment.