John Dean, MA CCC-SLP, Private Practice

Dina Shpunt, SLP, Movement Disorders Unit, Dept of Neurology, Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center

This MDS Interactive module provides learners with information regarding the causes of swallowing issues in Parkinson's disease, screening strategies and assessment tools for swallowing dysfunction in Parkinson's disease, and the treatment options, including the role of speech language pathology as well as practical tips on how to manage swallowing issues, including for individuals with late-stage Parkinson’s.

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
1. Understand the causes of swallowing issues in Parkinson's disease
2. Learn basic screening strategies for assessment of swallowing dysfunction in Parkinson’s disease before referring to a Speech Therapist
3. Equip practitioners with practical tips on how to manage swallowing issues in different stages of Parkinson’s disease

This activity is intended for clinicians, researchers, and health professionals who have limited to no movement disorder experience.

1. Active Internet connection (DSL or Cable). Dial-up connection will have constant buffering problem.

2. Compatible with Windows PC and MAC (256 MB of RAM or higher)

3. Activity is best viewed on Internet Explorer 9.0 or higher, Safari 5.0 or higher and Firefox 29.0 or higher

4. Adobe Flash Player 12.0 (or higher).

5. Adobe Reader to print certificate.