From Scope to Insight: FEES Basics for the Emerging Clinician
Presented by: Raquel Garcia,SLP.D., CCC-SLP, CLC, CNT, BCS-S
🗓️ COURSE AVAILABLE MAY 26, 2026 – MAY 26, 2031
After this course, you will be able to…
- Describe the key anatomical structures and physiological processes involved in Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES)
- Compare at least three major clinical, procedural, and interpretive differences between FEES and the Video Fluoroscopic Swallow Study (VFSS).
- Identify appropriate inclusion and exclusion criteria for FEES.
- Explain how FEES is used across the continuum of care.
COURSE CONTENT
AGENDA:
0-5 minutes- Welcome, Speaker Introduction, and Disclosures
5-20 minutes-Foundations of Swallowing: Key Anatomy & Physiology
20-35 minutes- Overview of Dysphagia Across the Lifespan
35-55 minutes-Instrumental Swallowing Assessment: Where FEES Fits In
55-100 minutes-Introduction to FEES: Indications, Procedure, and Interpretation
100-115 minutes- Special Considerations for Pediatric FEES
115-120 minutes- Summary and Key Takeaways
SPEAKER INFORMATION & DISCLOSURES
Raquel Garcia is a highly trained craniofacial and dysphagia specialist with more than 15 years of experience serving medically fragile infants and children across the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Cardiac Intensive Care Unit, and transition‑to‑home settings. Her clinical work is grounded in deep expertise in diagnostic imaging, motor neuron disease, upper airway disorders, infant feeding, neonatal care, and complex dysphagia management. Raquel’s career reflects a sustained commitment to advancing evidence‑based practice, supporting interdisciplinary teams, and improving outcomes for clients and their families navigating high‑acuity medical needs.
FINANCIAL DISCLOSURES:
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Dr. Garcia is receiving a speaker honorarium from Medical SLP Collective.
NON-FINANCIAL DISCLOSURES:
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ASHA Commission of Ambassadors Dr. Brown’s Medical Advisory Board Feeding Matters Education Pillar National Association of Neonatal Therapists, Peer Review Committee Membership Committee, American Board for Swallowing and Swallowing Disorders
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 8/10 within 14 days of taking the course.
What is the Refund/Cancellation Policy?
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What can I do if I have a complaint?
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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