Speech-Language Pathology and Palliative Care (Routledge Research in Speech-language Pathology) - Hardcover

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Laura Chahda PhD, is a senior speech-language pathologist, lecturer, researcher and clinical educator with broad experience across healthcare and academic settings. Her award-winning work is reshaping how speech-language pathology supports individuals at end of life. Having worked alongside palliative care teams and supported individuals across different stages and settings in their palliative journey, Laura brings great insight into the role of communication, swallowing and cognition in promoting comfort, connection and dignity.

Bernice A. Mathisen PhD, is the Inaugural Chair and Program Director of speech-language pathology at the University of Southern Queensland, Australia, and held senior positions at Southern Cross University, Lismore, Australia, La Trobe University, Rural Health School, Melbourne, Australia, and was Director of the Interdisciplinary Dysphagia Clinic, University of Newcastle, Callaghan, Australia.

Lindsay B. Carey PhD, has served as a lecturer and researcher for over 30 years and is concurrently Associate Professor (Adjunct) with the Palliative Care Unit, School of Psychology and Public Health, La Trobe University, Melbourne, Australia, and the Institute of Ethics and Society, University of Notre Dame, Sydney, Australia, and the Department of Speech Pathology, School of Sport, Health and Engineering, Victoria University, Melbourne, Australia, as well as Co-founder of the SLP Palliative Care Special Interest Group. He has been recognised multiple times as a research field leader and is the recipient of a conspicuous service medal for research and education.