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Upon conclusion of this program, participants should be able to:

General Session:

• Compare and contrast pediatric vocal fold vibratory physiology to adult vocal folds.
• Describe common laryngoscopic findings in the aging voice population.
• Determine the appropriate treatment for glottic cancer based on oncologic, functional, complication, and voice outcome measures.
• Manage medical and surgical components of glottal lesions, with particular focus on the professional voice.
• Differentiate optimal treatment options for airway reconstruction.
• Explain different types of laryngeal breathing dysfunction.
• Identify common examination findings in vocal tremor patients.
• Identify changes in laryngeal structures as a result of radiation therapy.
• Describe variations in movement using high-speed videoendoscopy in patients with adductor spasmodic dysphonia.

Workshops:

TEP Workshop -

• Assess voice prostheses in a laryngectomee and evaluate methods for sizing and techniques for placement.
• Determine the proper heat and moisture exchange system for laryngectomees and instruct the patient on placement and management.

Office-Based Procedures Workshop -

• Evaluate optimal techniques for performing a variety of office-based procedures.
• Identify methods and tools used to perform office-based procedures.
• Assess when to use of an office-based procedure vs. surgery.