Learning Lab Toolkit

NOTE:

The MedSLP Collective thanks our donors: Ampcare, Dr. Brown’s Medical,Aspire Respiratory Products (EMST150), Feed the Peds, The Independent Clinician,Patcom Medical (Gloup), IOPI Medical,Phagenyx, Parapharma Tech (Purathick and Gelmix),Tactus Therapy, and VOICEEVALU8. Donors are not responsible for the content of this course nor does the MedSLP Collective endorse their products or services. 

The following tools/products will be discussed or demonstrated during this course: EMST 150, Powerbreathe, Progia Medical Swallow Therapy System (STS),Tactus Therapy Virtual Rehab Center (VCR), MR-25, and Emyo (Prometheus Group),Medela Special Needs Feeder, and Dr.Brown’s Specialty Feeder System. These examples are provided for educational purposes only. The MedSLP Collective does not endorse or promote any specific tools/products and their inclusion in this presentation is solely to support learning objectives.

AMPCARE

Ampcare develops therapeutic neuromuscular electrical stimulation technologies and is proud to offer the FDA-cleared Ampcare Effective Swallowing Protocol (ESP™). Ampcare’s ESP provides clinicians a new option for the treatment of dysphagia (swallowing difficulties).

SPECIAL LEARNING LAB OFFER:

Choose your individual or group 1-hour ASHA CE Course on their website.  CLICK HERE TO ACCESS THE OFFER.

 

DR BROWN'S MEDICAL

When it comes to feeding babies, at Dr. Brown’s Medical we know you want to provide neuroprotective feeding experiences.  We provide 100% of the Top Children’s Hospitals with effective feeding solutions.  Now you too can stop using substandard products and practices, and instead offer evidence-based, consistent feeding solutions to promote standard- of-care practices for the best possible outcomes, for all babies in your care.

SPECIAL LEARNING LAB OFFER: 

PDF RESOURCE BUNDLE DOWNLOAD
FREE WEBINARS FOR SLPS

 

EMST150

The EMST150 is the most scientifically tested, clinically proven, handheld muscle strength trainer available! Designed by a well-respected team of researchers, the one-of-a-kind EMST150 device has two decades worth of evidence-based outcomes.

SPECIAL LEARNING LAB OFFER: 

SPECIAL DISCOUNT OFFER
LEARN ABOUT ASPIRE PRODUCTS

 

FEED THE PEDS

Hallie Bulkin is a Business Mentor, Clinical Mentor, Pediatric Feeding Specialist, Certified Myofunctional Therapist (CMT®)  and Speech-Language Pathologist. Hallie has a passion for sharing knowledge with colleagues in the pediatric feeding, orofacial myofunctional therapy and online business spaces.  Feed The Peds® (“FTP”) transforms fearful and overwhelmed SLPs & OTs into competent and confident pediatric feeding therapists. Feed The Peds® is the graduate level course that you need but never got! It has all the in-depth training, assessment activities, and mentorship you need to grow your skill set, become a confident Pediatric Feeding Therapist and help with children who need you most!

SPECIAL LEARNING LAB OFFER: 

Deeper Dive Into NICU & Feeding After NICU – 6 Hours, 0.6 ASHA AND AOTA CEUs

Course Link + 50% off DISCOUNT with code NICU 50 

GLOUP

Gloup is a safe, formulated medication swallowing gel that supports individuals with pill dysphagia by making medication intake smoother and more efficient. Importantly, unlike food-based vehicles such as applesauce, yogurt, or pudding, Gloup is specifically designed for medication administration. Food alternatives can alter medication absorption, interfere with pharmacokinetics, and may pose safety concerns, especially when interacting with time-release or enteric-coated medications. Gloup avoids these issues and helps ensure medication is delivered as intended.

VISIT THE GLOUP WEBSITE

Click here to download the GLOUP playbook

 

 

IOPI Medical

IOPI Medical is committed to designing, manufacturing, and marketing high quality instruments that are reliable, safe, and easy to use by health professionals working with patients with oral motor problems affecting swallowing and speech. IOPI Medical strives to provide excellent customer service throughout the lifetime of its products, including technical advice about the device, its uses, and relevant research. IOPI Medical’s policy is to implement a quality management system and processes to meet the regulatory requirements and standards where IOPI Medical products are sold.

LEARN ABOUT IOPI PRODUCTS

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The Independent Clinician

The Independent Clinician, Jena H. Castro-Casbon, MS CCC-SLP started her private practice “on the side” of her job when she was 26 years old because she had early career burnout. Friends kept asking her how she did it, so she created her company, The Independent Clinician to teach SLPs and OTs how to build their own lifestyle and traditional private practices. Now she’s helped over 10,000 clinicians build successful and sustainable private practices through her programs available through Private Practice School. Jena is the author of The Path to Private Practice and host of The Private Practice Success Stories Podcast.

SPECIAL LEARNING LAB OFFER: 

FREE DOWNLOAD Private Practice Roadmap for SLPs and OTs: The FIVE steps you need to know before you start seeing private clients!

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD NOW

 

 

NeuroAffirm Academy

The NeuroAffirm Academy is an ongoing training and support community for SLPs, therapists, and educators who want to confidently implement neurodiversity-affirming, sensory-informed practices. Inside, members get access to monthly live trainings from world-renowned SLPs Jessie Ginsburg and Chris Wenger, case study breakdowns, implementation tools, and a growing library (coming early 2026) of on-demand videos designed to help you integrate neuroaffirming strategies with ease. It’s the place where clinicians deepen their lens, find community, and get real-world guidance they can apply immediately with the kids and families they serve.

LINK to the Neuroaffirm Academy with discount

Patcom Medical

Clinicians can explore our full line of FEES and video stroboscopy systems and accessories at Patcom, learn more about our technology, and request either a virtual or on-site demonstration of the equipment. We’re always happy to walk teams through the equipment in detail and answer any clinical or operational questions.

VISIT PATCOM MEDICAL

Free CE Opportunity – Mitigating Medication Interactions in Individuals With Pill Dysphagia

We would also love to spotlight an excellent educational resource for clinicians:

Course Link: Free Webinar on Mitigating Medication Interactions

Clinicians can sign up for free using the code LEARNFORFREE.

This course offers ASHA CE credit, and attendees will also receive a free bottle of Gloup (US residents only are eligible for free sample).

Phagenyx

At Phagenesis, our vision is to transform the treatment of neurogenic dysphagia worldwide by restoring the brain-to-swallow connection, improving recovery, and reducing the burden of care for patients, families, and healthcare systems.

Built on pioneering research into the brain-to-swallow connection, Phagenesis is a leader in delivering targeted pharyngeal electrical stimulation to restore neural pathways for safe, efficient swallowing

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Progia Medical

Progia Medical is dedicated to helping individuals suffering from dysphagia by following our vision to create a culture that puts patients first.  We believe in prioritizing our core values of safety, quality, efficacy and care with our team members and customers. Through these efforts we can accomplish our goal.  

The technology was introduced to Co-Founder Ross Dunbar in 2022. Soon after a partnership with Gary Graham was established, and subsequently they formed  Progia Medical in early 2023.   

The STS™ is founded upon the groundbreaking research by Dr. JoAnne Robbins, PhD, CCC-SLP, BCS-S, former Prof. at the UW Madison, and Assoc. Dir. of the Geriatric Research and Educational and Clinical Center (GRECC) at the Veterans Hospital in Madison, established. JoAnne and her team were instrumental in assessing the relationship between tongue/lingual pressure and people’s ability to swallow.  

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Purathick and Gelmix

Gelmix, a hypoallergenic, USDA organic thickener for breast milk and infant formula, consists of an off-white fine powder that is tasteless, odorless and smooth when dissolved. It is the first USDA organic thickener specifically formulated for pediatric use in America.

From the makers of Gelmix Thickener, Purathick is formulated to facilitate the modification of the liquid diet for hot and cold liquids. Purathick is an easy to use natural powder that doesn’t excessively thicken over time.

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TACTUS THERAPY

We make speech therapy apps that give stroke survivors the intensive practice they need to get better. These are the same professional tools that medical speech-language pathologists are using to provide effective rehabilitation in hospitals and clinics around the world.

 SPECIAL LEARNING LAB RESOURCES:

VoiceEvalU8 and VoicePractice

Learn about VoiceEvalU8 and VoicePractice.   VoiceEvalU8 is a mobile voice evaluation tool, allowing you to evaluate your client’s voice across multiple days in the morning and evening. Click this link https://mobilevoiceapps.com/ or Scan the QR Code below. 

VoicePractice is a mobile voice therapy companion for your clients, allowing them to practice what they are learning in therapy up to 3 times a day.

Email voiceevalu8@gmail.com for more information.

Free Trials are offered for each program.