Speech Pathology

We treat inpatients and outpatients with a range of problems including swallowing, communication and voice disorders.

Our services include:

• speech and language assessments
• assessment and management of swallowing disorders including video fluoroscopy procedures
• therapy to remediate communication disorders
• tracheostomy management
• provision of alternative communication devices and strategies
• ear, nose and throat (ENT) services, including voice and a state-wide service for spasmodic dysphonia
• education and counselling for family and carers
• referral to other external agencies as appropriate
• student clinical training.

We focus on acute care, including diagnosis and early management.