Swallowing Therapy The UAMS Voice and Swallowing Center offers comprehensive evaluation and management of patients with swallowing difficulties. Swallowing evaluations are recommended for patients who: complain of difficulty or pain when swallowing liquid or solid food suffer from frequent choking during meals have a history of swallowing difficulties related to acid reflux disease have Parkinson's disease, Cerebral Palsy, Multiple Sclerosis or ALS (Lou Gehrig 's disease) develop swallowing problems after sickness, surgery or changes in medications Our Center offers complete diagnositc and treatment services for swallowing disorders including Flexible Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing with Sensory Testing, or more commonly called FEESST and Trans-nasal Esophagoscopy (TNE). What is FEESST? FEESST is a state-of-the-art non-radioactive alternative to modified barium swallow studies. This exam allows for direct assessment of the motor and sensory aspects of the swallow. The benefits of FEESST are: Immediate results with convenient in-office procedure Practical recommendations for dietary and behavioral management Assistance in dietary upgrade or oral feeding for people who are on gastrostomy tube feedings Management of symptoms with appropriate swallowing rehabilitation. What is Trans-Nasal Esophangoscopy (TNE) TNE is a revolutionary procedure that allows physicians to view the esophagus without sedation. This procedure examines the esophagus with an ultra thin flexible endoscope that is passed via the nose into the esophagus and can be performed in the office setting. Our voice and swallowing specialists employ a multidisciplinary approach to provide an individualized treatment plan for every patient. If you are experiencing voice or swallowing difficulties, please contact us for an appointment. Call the appointment center at 501-686-8000. If you would like additional information about the Voice and Swallowing Center, please email your questions to Mcweenyelizabethk@uams.edu.	Voice/Swallowing Voice/Swallowing Main General Information Voice Therapy Swallowing Therapy Healthcare Team

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