Professional Education
PROFESSIONAL WEBINAR SERIES
PAST EDUCATIONAL OFFERINGS:
Talking Through Central Leakage
Central leakage is a common tracheoesophageal voice prosthesis (TEP) issue. This type of leakage can occur for a variety of reasons including valve wear over time, pressure, and/or microorganism growth. This live, one-hour webinar will include a brief overview of total laryngectomy anatomy and physiology and TEP structure and function as well as an overview of causes of central leakage, clinical troubleshooting/management, and considerations for TEP selection. *This offering will focus exclusively on total laryngectomy products specific to InHealth Technologies and will not include information on other similar or related total laryngectomy products.
Emergent Situations in Total Laryngectomy: Considerations for Allied Health Providers
Healthcare for a patient post-total laryngectomy is a multidisciplinary effort of inpatient and outpatient intervention. As allied health professionals become part of the care-network for total laryngectomy patients, it is vital to provide information regarding the emergency management of this unique patient population, with speech-language pathologists (SLP) playing a crucial role in providing peer education. Situations such as stomal stenosis, mucus plugs, pulmonary considerations in total neck breathers, and tracheoesophageal voice prosthesis (TEP) dislodgment will be discussed. This live, one-hour webinar will explore the basics of total laryngectomy, troubleshooting/management of common complications, and the importance of a multidisciplinary team.
Tracheoesophageal Puncture in 2024: Who, When, and How?
Tracheoesophageal puncture (TEP) has long been considered the gold standard communication option after total laryngectomy surgery. Practice patterns have shifted back and forth over the years with regards to who undergoes TEP, when in the continuum of care a TEP takes place, and even the surgical approaches themselves. While speech-language pathologists are not surgeons, they are arguably one of the most vital and long-term members of the care team for patients undergoing a total laryngectomy, especially with regards to TEP. This live, one-hour webinar will explore the who, when, and how of tracheoesophageal puncture and the role of the SLP in total laryngectomy/TEP patient care.
From Post-Op to Late Adopt: Initiating HME Use
We know that heat and moisture exchangers (HMEs) provide evidence-based benefits to our total laryngectomy patients and their overall health. But where do we start? Taking that evidence to practice isn’t always straightforward or realistic. How do we actually introduce HMEs post-operatively? And what about those patients who are late to HME adoption? This one-hour, live webinar will focus on functional tips for starting HME use with patients wherever they are in their survivorship journey, whether that’s immediately following their total laryngectomy, or several years later.
Maximizing Functional Communication with Tracheoesophageal Speakers
Tracheoesophageal (TE) speech is often considered the best and most functional voice following a total laryngectomy. But as a medical provider, how do we define or quantify that? In this professional webinar, we will discuss functional communication, voice considerations, and tools, and options to simplify and optimize daily communication of TE speakers. Topics will include heat moisture exchange (HME) use, biofeedback tools, and strategies to improve hands free voicing.
Early Intervention in Total Laryngectomy Care: Pre-and Post-Operative Considerations
Total laryngectomy is a life-altering surgery that impacts some of our most basic functions: breathing, communicating and swallowing. Speech-language pathologists play an integral role in the care of patients who undergo total laryngectomy. This care ideally begins before surgery, then continues to the post-operative phase and many times for the rest of the patient’s life. In this webinar, we will discuss the role of the SLP in the earliest phases—pre- and post-operative care—and review the evidence that supports our goals.
Updates in HME: Evidence, Ethics, and Expectation
Heat Moisture Exchangers (HMEs) have been widely accepted into practice and are now standard of care in pulmonary rehabilitation for the patient with a total laryngectomy. But the landscape of HMEs is changing, so what does the science say about that? We know that sizing matters for a voice prosthesis, but does it matter for an HME? Who are all these changes to HMEs serving? It may not be who you think. Join us for this live, one-hour webinar as we let science and HME research be our guide.
SpeakFree HME: Breaking Down Barriers for Hands Free Speech
Join us Nov 9, 2021, to learn how the new SpeakFree HME single-use, daily disposable HME allows for hands free speech opportunities to laryngectomees, breaking down access barriers and increasing ease of use. Our clinical Specialists will introduce the new SpeakFree HME, share patient testimonials, and discuss billing and reimbursement. Join us for 30 minutes to learn how to help your patients break down the barriers and start using hands free speech today.
Considerations for Tracheoesophageal Voice Prosthesis Selection*: Shifting "How To?" to "Which One?"
Evaluating and fitting a tracheoesophageal voice prosthesis (TEP) includes both manual skill and clinical decision-making. With so many different options available – how do we choose a voice prosthesis for our patient? This live, one-hour webinar will review the mechanism of a voice prosthesis for tracheoesophageal speech and the design features of the Blom-Singer line of voice prostheses. Troubleshooting early prosthesis failures, clinical considerations, and prosthetic options will also be discussed.
Live Patient Conversation: SpeakFree™ Hands Free HME
August 3, 2021 12:00 PM Eastern, 9:00 AM Pacific
Join patient consultants, Mark Lanfersieck and Bill Murin, as they share their experiences with the new SpeakFree Hands Free HME! This innovative new technology expands hands free access to TEP users in a simple, single-use cassette with an adjustable hands free valve.
In this patient conversation, we’re talking all things HME! Mark and Bill will showcase their tips and tricks for applying their specific HME attachments, and their experience going hands free with the SpeakFree HME. This conversation will be moderated by Morgan Greve and Elizabeth Lucarelli, speech pathologists and clinical specialists with InHealth Technologies.
All are welcome to participate in this event. Please note, ASHA CEUs will not be available.
LIVE PATIENT CONVERSATION
TUESDAY, AUGUST 3RD
12 PM CST
SpeakFree™ Hands Free HME
SpeakFree™ Hands Free HME
Demonstration and Live Q&A
June 30, 2021
We are excited to announce SpeakFree Hands Free HME. This innovative new technology expands hands free access to TEP users in a simple, fully assembled HME cassette with an adjustable hands free valve. You have questions? We have answers. Join us to see why it's a game-changer!
Clinicians, laryngectomees, and laryngectomy loved ones are all welcome to participate. Please note, ASHA CEUs will not be available.
Hands Free Speech: Expectations, Challenges, and Expanding Access
with LIVE DEMONSTRATION
June 8-9, 2021
Hands Free Speech in TEP Users: Simple in theory, but currently not so easy in practice. What if understanding the mechanism behind it gave us some practical steps to achieve that elusive goal and who might be able to achieve it? This one-hour live, interactive webinar will discuss hands free speech in-depth, how to troubleshoot, and how to provide more patients with opportunities for hands free speech. What if we changed the way we thought about hands free speech entirely?
It’s All About That BASEplate…Or Is It?
April 6-7, 2021
After creating some maps to help navigate the peaks and valleys of peristomal assessment for HME attachment on our last webinar, the Clinical Team at InHealth Technologies is bringing our years of clinical experience to a candid, round table discussion on stoma management. This live, clinical conversation, lasting approximately 45 minutes, highlights the application of a systematic approach to stoma management through case discussions. Audience participation is encouraged.
Navigating the Peaks and Valleys of Peristomal Assessment for HME Attachments
February 9-10, 2021
Benefits of an HME (Heat Moisture Exchange) system use are well documented; however, achieving success can be an uphill climb. To avoid baseplate attachment trial and error, reduce waste, and achieve optimal HME use, systematic evaluation of the peristomal area is a necessary skilled service that ultimately fosters patient success. This 1-hour live webinar will use lecture and case example discussions to address the evaluation of peristomal features that may impact HME attachments and strategies for when situations get a little…sticky.
This webinar will discuss products primarily manufactured by InHealth Technologies®
Virtual Laryngectomy Conference
November 16-21, 2020
Key opinion leaders in the fields of voice restoration and head and neck oncological surgery presented their valued expertise, research, and unique clinical experiences on a virtual platform. Over 19 lectures were offered and over 2,100 hours of continuing education hours were offered. The conference was a resounding success and included a diverse audience with participants representing the US and 39 other countries. This instance of high-level global engagement and compelling educational programming once again underscores InHealth Technologies as the continuing education provider of choice and a leader in the field of ear, nose, and throat products.
Swallowing Function Following Total Laryngectomy Webinar
Guest Presenter Dr. Julia Maclean
August 11-12, 2020
Dr. Maclean presented a one-hour lecture* on swallowing after total laryngectomy, the best way to assess function and dysfunction, and evidence-based treatment options to provide comprehensive rehabilitation to patients.
*Recordings of this webinar are not available at this time.
On-Demand Webinars:
The InHealth Technologies® Professional Series Webinar is an ongoing global educational opportunity. These evidence-based educational offerings are offered four times a year. Sign up for our ProNET newsletter to receive advance notice of upcoming live educational offerings or recordings of previous ones as they are made available for on-demand viewing.
CLINICAL REFERENCES
InHealth Technologies has proudly provided ASHA education credits for speech-language pathologists since 2010.
REGIONAL SUPPORT
Each regional territory at InHealth Technologies includes a dedicated territory manager, an SLP clinical specialist, and a patient consultant to support both patient and healthcare professionals and help address the evolving needs of the laryngectomy community.
Territory Managers
Clinical Specialists
The clinical team at InHealth Technologies is comprised of experienced speech-language pathologists that offer comprehensive clinical education and support to both health care professionals and patients alike. From TEP troubleshooting to online webinars and scientific journal article reviews, the US-based clinical team is committed to supporting both the healthcare professionals and laryngectomee communities with evidence-based and experiential knowledge, to share their expertise to improve people’s lives. To contact a member of the clinical team, please email education@inhealth.com.
United States
Kevin Madden
US Sales Director
Canada
David Ditoro
Canada Business Development Manager
david.ditoro@inhealth.com
International
International - EMEA &APAC
Peter Hietkamp
International Sales and Business Development Manager
Peter.Hietkamp@inhealth.com