{"id":274,"date":"2021-06-15T12:54:50","date_gmt":"2021-06-15T16:54:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/albanyentandallergy.fm1.dev\/your-speech-language-pathology-specialist\/"},"modified":"2023-07-20T14:00:25","modified_gmt":"2023-07-20T18:00:25","slug":"speech-language-pathologist","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/albanyentandallergy.com\/speech-language-pathologist\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Speech &#038; Language Pathology Specialist"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [{\n    \"@type\": \"Question\",\n    \"name\": \"What does a speech-language pathologist do?\",\n    \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n      \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n      \"text\": \"Speech-language pathologists (SLPs) evaluate a patient\u2019s speech, language, cognitive, communication and swallowing skills in order to diagnose a speech disorder. 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Schedule an Appointment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Both children and adults experiencing issues with their voice or speech can benefit from a speech-language pathologist visit. Early treatment is key to preventing problems down the road so scheduling an appointment at the first sign of trouble is crucial to long-term success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Discuss Your Concerns<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>After completing the required paperwork, you and your speech-language pathologist will review your medical history and discuss your concerns related to speech, language, social or feeding difficulties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Complete an Assessment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending on the age of the patient and the specific concerns, a speech-language pathologist may perform a number of assessments, including play-based activities or more structured tests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Review a Treatment Plan<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Personal goals, history and assessment results will be used to craft a custom-made treatment plan with clear objectives and expectations.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Every person\u2019s speech needs are unique to them. Our customized treatment plans work with each individual\u2019s comfort and ability levels. Progress goals are determined together and are adjustable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><div class=\"content_cta\">\r\n    <p>Call Albany ENT &#038; Allergy Services at <a href=\"tel:+15187012085\" class=\"phone \"><span class=\"phone-number\">(518) 701-2085<\/span><\/a> for more information or to schedule an appointment.<\/p>\r\n<\/div><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What Does a Speech-Language Pathologist Do? Speech-language pathologists (SLPs) evaluate a patient\u2019s speech, language, cognitive, communication and swallowing skills in order to diagnose a speech disorder. 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