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Communication is Key: Spotlight on Speech Therapy Month with Speech Therapists Natalie Russell and Anna Dickstein

May 13, 2025 • Natalie Russell, MS, CCC-SLP, Anna Dickstein, MS, CCC-SLP • Season 3 • Episode 19

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This May, we’re celebrating National Speech-Language-Hearing Month by spotlighting the incredible work of speech-language pathologists, or SLPs.

Joining me today are two amazing speech therapists: Natalie Russell and Anna Dickstein, who each bring their own perspective into the inpatient/acute and outpatient settings. They’re here to share what being a speech therapist is really all about — from helping patients speak, swallow, and think clearly, to the unique ways their roles shift depending on the setting.

Whether you’ve worked with an SLP or just want to learn more about this critical part of the rehab team, you’re going to walk away with a whole new appreciation for this profession.

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