Let’s be honest, being a parent is basically living in a front row seat at a rock concert where the lead singer is a threenager who just found out the crust was left on their sandwich. Between the playground shrieks, the "I'm not tired!" roars, and the high pitched dinosaur impressions, our kids’ vocal folds are the hardest working muscles in the house. As a voice specialized Speech Language Pathologist (SLP), I spend my days looking at vocal folds and working with people who

Hey there! Let's talk about something deeply personal: your communication, your voice, your ability to swallow that delicious dinner, or even just remember where you left your keys. These aren't just functions; they're threads woven into the rich tapestry of your daily life. Lately, it seems like AI is everywhere, promising to fix everything from your morning coffee order to your complex communication challenges. And hey, AI is cool! It can do amazing things. But when it com

Going Back to Work After a Brain Injury A Guide for Patients, Families, Employers, and Friends If you or someone you love has had a brain injury , like a stroke or TBI , you may be wondering: “Will I or they be able to work again?” As a speech-language pathologist (SLP), I hear this question frequently. The answer is not the same for everyone, but here is the hopeful truth: 👉 Many people can return to work after a brain injury. 👉 It may take time. 👉 It may look different