TIMS University Webinar
The Speech Language Pathologist’s Lead Role in the Multidisciplinary Tracheostomy Team
February 5, 2025 at 6:30 PM EST | 0.1 ASHA CEUS / 1 PDH
Course Instructor
Rachael Silveira
M.A., CCC-SLP
Rachael Silveira is an ASHA licensed/credentialed Speech- Language Pathologist currently working at a Level 1 Trauma/Transplant Hospital in Miami specializing in dysphagia and communication disorders, with diverse training in dysphagia management associated with respiratory compromised/artificial airways and medically complex neurogenic populations.
Rachael strives to be a lifelong student by earning yearly ACE (awards of continuing education) recognition and continually supporting the SLP community by providing clinical mentorship as well as providing support for Medical SLP platforms to promote continued growth for SLPs. Rachael has made patient advocacy and improving overall patient quality of life a personal mission and goal. She has spearheaded a robust multidisciplinary Tracheostomy Teams in multiple facilities with a mission of providing exceptional care to the population by utilizing standardized protocols to streamline care. In addition, Rachael has curated multiple avenues for education for SLPs including a “Badge Buddy Series” and an open collaborative called TRACHtalks, for promoting tracheostomy evidence-based research in an accessible manner.
As the field is growing rapidly, Rachael aims to to focus on continued efforts to improve medical SLP education with participation in national and international conference lectures, active research, and guest lectures to multiple universities and hospitals.
Disclosures
Financial:
Rachael receives an annual salary from the Jackson Health System. She is the owner of a Tracheostomy Education organization which provides lectures and resources.
The data presented in this lecture was supported by HCA Florida Kendall Hospital.
Dr. Yordan, Dr. Wilson, Dr. Morejon, Ms. Puebla, and Mr. Luque all received salaries provided by HCA Florida Kendall Hospital. Permission from all co-authors to present on their behalf in their absence.
Non-Financial:
Rachael has no non-financial disclosures.
Course Information
Description
The Speech Language Pathologist’s Lead Role in the Multidisciplinary Tracheostomy Team highlights the pivotal role of speech-language pathologists in multidisciplinary tracheostomy care. Participants will explore strategies for building effective teams, fostering collaboration, and ensuring sustainable practices to improve patient outcomes.
Rachael Silveira, M.A., CCC-SLP, will guide learners through the design and implementation of tracheostomy teams, emphasizing the unique contributions of SLPs in assessment, intervention, and ongoing care. Attendees will also examine data-driven insights from retrospective studies, equipping them with evidence-based approaches to enhance their clinical practice.
Ideal for professionals looking to lead or refine their role in tracheostomy management, this course offers practical tools to drive success in this critical area of care.
Learning Outcomes
Define the importance of a Tracheostomy Team with emphasis on the Speech Language Pathologist role in this population.
Describe design of a Tracheostomy Team with appropriate phases and components imperative for optimal growth and sustainability.
Interpret statistically significant results based on the retrospective nature of the study associated to the outcome measures
Agenda
6:30 – 6:33 Introduction, Disclosures, Learner Outcomes
6:33 – 6:38 Tracheostomy Team Purpose and Development
6:38 – 6:45 Literature/Research Associated with Tracheostomy Team Development
6:45 – 6:52 Designs of Tracheostomy Teams
6:52 – 6:55 The SLP’s role
6:55 – 6:58 Development Progression of Team
6:58 – 7:01 Components of an SLP-driven Tracheostomy Team
7:01 – 7:08 Data Collection and Analysis for Quality Improvement
7:08 – 7:15 Results/Graphs
7:15 – 7:18 Conclusions and Future Efforts
7:18 – 7:28 Questions/Concerns/Comments
7:28 – 7:30 References and Closing
Satisfactory Course Completion Requirements
To successfully complete the course, participants must attend the entire live event and submit the post-course survey.
