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• 22-24 November 2024

• 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM

• Sidra Medicine, OPC C6 301

Overview

A first-of-its-kind pediatric dysphagia and FEES (fiberoptic endoscopic evaluation of swallowing) workshop in the region, featuring world-renown international speakers, Dr Douglas Sidell (MD), and April Johnson (SLP) coming from Stanford University School of Medicine, USA, who have extensive experience in performance of FEES, and establishing one of the best aerodigestive care programs in the USA. Dr Taseer Din (MD) and Lisa McNamara (SLP) are local faculty and have multi-national pediatric dysphagia and complex airway care expertise currently establishing similar best care practices at Sidra Medicine, Qatar.

Conference Objectives

Understand the purpose and evidence base for fiberoptic endoscopic evaluation of swallowing (FEES)

1. Understand appropriate patient selection for FEES, considering safety, risks and benefits
2. Understand elements of a comprehensive FEES examination and tailoring to the individual’s needs
3. Understand elements required to achieve accurate interpretation of FEES results with translation into a comprehensive report and recommendations tailored to the individual’s needs

Target Audience

• Speech and Language Pathologists
• Otolaryngologists
• Gastroenterologists
• Pulmonologists

Reward Credits CPD – Up to 14 CME Points