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Episode Synopsis
We often think about exercising to stay fit as we age–but what about keeping our voices in shape? In this episode of BackTable ENT, Dr. Neel Bhatt, a laryngologist from the University of Washington in Seattle, discusses the intricacies of the aging voice with hosts Dr. Gopi Shah and Dr. Ashley Agan.
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SYNPOSIS
Dr. Bhatt sheds light on the pathophysiology behind vocal fold atrophy, the role of glottic image capture, and the innovative use of the GlottIC (Glottal Image Capture) in measuring vocal fold bowing. They explore the impact of aging on the voice and swallowing, the relationship between vocal fold activity and overall health, and the benefits of voice therapy and procedural interventions in treating age-related voice changes. Overall, this episode summarizes valuable insights into maintaining vocal health as we age.
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TIMESTAMPS
00:00 - Introduction
01:33 - Understanding the Aging Voice and Clinical Presentations
10:41 - Impact of Aging Voice on Quality of Life
15:31 - Pathophysiology of Aging Voice
24:45 - Clinical Examination and Diagnosis
32:09 - Challenges in Scope Exams
39:33 - Swallow Studies: Fees vs. Video Fluoroscopy
41:16 - Management of Age-Related Voice Changes
58:27 - Maintaining Vocal Health with Age
01:01:01 - Conclusion and Contact Information
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RESOURCES
Dr. Neel Bhatt
https://otolaryngology.uw.edu/our-people/faculty/neel-k-bhatt-md
BackTable+ for ENT
https://plus.backtable.com/pages/ent
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SYNPOSIS
Dr. Bhatt sheds light on the pathophysiology behind vocal fold atrophy, the role of glottic image capture, and the innovative use of the GlottIC (Glottal Image Capture) in measuring vocal fold bowing. They explore the impact of aging on the voice and swallowing, the relationship between vocal fold activity and overall health, and the benefits of voice therapy and procedural interventions in treating age-related voice changes. Overall, this episode summarizes valuable insights into maintaining vocal health as we age.
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TIMESTAMPS
00:00 - Introduction
01:33 - Understanding the Aging Voice and Clinical Presentations
10:41 - Impact of Aging Voice on Quality of Life
15:31 - Pathophysiology of Aging Voice
24:45 - Clinical Examination and Diagnosis
32:09 - Challenges in Scope Exams
39:33 - Swallow Studies: Fees vs. Video Fluoroscopy
41:16 - Management of Age-Related Voice Changes
58:27 - Maintaining Vocal Health with Age
01:01:01 - Conclusion and Contact Information
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RESOURCES
Dr. Neel Bhatt
https://otolaryngology.uw.edu/our-people/faculty/neel-k-bhatt-md
BackTable+ for ENT
https://plus.backtable.com/pages/ent
Check out BackTable+ for ENT, our sponsor and new e-learning platform! https://plus.backtable.com/pages/ent
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