Treating Communication and Swallowing Disorders
Communicating our needs, ideas and feelings is the most complex of human behaviors, a process that can be affected by genetic syndromes, disease or injuries to the brain or structures involved in communication. For the past 45 years, our Speech-Language Pathology department has been a leader in advancing diagnostic and treatment protocols for people experiencing communication and/or swallowing difficulties.
At University of Michigan Health, speech-language pathology staff assess and treat individuals with communication impairment. They also assess and treat individuals who are experiencing difficulty swallowing (dysphagia), as some of the structures that enable us to swallow are also involved in speech.
All of our speech pathologists are certified by the American Speech Language Hearing Association (ASHA), maintaining the ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence.
See our Speech Pathology Clinical Services page for more information about what we treat.
Why Choose Michigan for Speech Pathology?
Whether participating in NIH research grants, teaching courses at local universities or evaluating a new treatment method, our certified Speech-Language Pathologists have one central goal: to work closely with patients and families to improve quality of life through enhanced communication and swallowing skills.
Speech-Language Pathologists at University of Michigan Health, are involved in a variety of research projects designed to improve understanding of communication and swallowing disorders and their treatment.
We present in-services and educational programs at a variety of state and national conferences as well as for community groups. We are also available to participate in medical grand rounds and medical student and resident lecture programs
Learn more about the research projects and educational topics at the University of Michigan.
Clinical Services
Speech-Language Pathologists assess and treat all aspects of communication as well as oral-pharyngeal swallowing impairment. They participate in patient care teams across University of Michigan Health. Depending on your particular concern, an evaluation may include assessment of:
- Speech
- Language
- Cognitive-Communication
- Dysphagia (Swallowing)
We create a customized treatment program based on the results of your evaluation. Because changes in speech, language or swallowing abilities may signal a disease process, we communicate with your physician to assist in medical evaluation and patient education.
Learn more about speech-language pathology areas of specialty and evaluation on our clinical services page.
Make an Appointment
To make an appointment at our Speech Language Pathology clinic, call us at 734-936-7070.