From Physiology to Feeding:
Clinical Decision-Making in the NICU
Presented by: Alyson Smith, PhD, CCC-SLP, CLC
🗓️ OCTOBER 14 2026 – 8:30 PM EST – 9:30 PM EST
After this course, you will be able to…
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Describe how respiratory, nutritional, regulatory, and oral-motor/structural systems influence feeding in infants with neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) histories.
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Identify clinical signs that may indicate a mismatch between an infant’s physiologic abilities and feeding demands.
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Apply a systems-based approach to clinical reasoning when evaluating NICU feeding difficulties.
COURSE CONTENT
LIVE AGENDA:
8:30–8:35: Introduction & Overview
8:35–9:00: Systems Overview
9:00-9:25: Case Studies
9:25–9:30 AM — Q&A
SPEAKER INFORMATION & DISCLOSURES
Alyson Smith, PhD, CCC-SLP, CLC is a lead speech-language pathologist whose clinical practice focuses on infant dysphagia, pediatric feeding disorders, and improving feeding care across the continuum of care. In her current role, Alyson leads initiatives to improve feeding practices in the NICU and postpartum settings, increase referrals to outpatient therapy following hospital discharge, and provide education and training to physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers.
Alyson has presented at state, national, and international conferences on pediatric feeding disorders, infant feeding, and caregiver empowerment. Her clinical and research interests include improving access to feeding and swallowing services, identifying barriers to care for infants and young children, and developing systems-level approaches to improve feeding outcomes.
FINANCIAL DISCLOSURES:
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Medical SLP Collective-Honoraria; St David’s North Austin Medical Center-Salary
NON-FINANCIAL DISCLOSURES:
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NANT-member, ASHA-member
ADDITIONAL FAQS
Can I get ASHA CEUS for this Course?
To successfully complete this course, participants must receive complete the full quiz and receive at least 4/5 within 14 days of taking the course.
What is the Refund/Cancellation Policy?
Click here to view our policy: https://medslpcollective.com/cancellation-of-courses-and-events/
What can I do if I have a complaint?
Please contact us at info@medslpcollective.com
Who is this webinar appropriate for?
The target audience for this content is licensed speech-language pathologists. There are no prerequisite skills or knowledge needed beyond the basic speech-language pathology training and licensing.
What if I need special accommodations?
If you require accommodations to access these materials due to a disability, please email us at info@medslpcollective.com