CHDR Seminar Series Presents Dr. Nicole Rogus-Pulia

Please join us on March 11, 2025 to welcome CHDR’s newest Deputy Director,
Dr. Nicole Rogus-Pulia, as our featured Seminar Series speaker!

Elevating Dysphagia Science: Addressing Eating and Swallowing Challenges Across the Care Continuum

Eating and swallowing difficulties (dysphagia) are prevalent and can significantly impact health and quality of life. This talk will explore the multifaceted challenges of managing dysphagia across various care settings, including hospitals, long-term care facilities, and home care. We will discuss the latest advancements in dysphagia assessment and intervention, emphasizing the importance of a multidisciplinary approach to care. A key focus will be on identifying and overcoming barriers to accessing dysphagia care, such as socioeconomic disparities, geographic limitations, and lack of awareness. We will propose strategies to make dysphagia services more accessible to all, ensuring equitable care regardless of background or location.

In addition to her role as Deputy Director for CHDR, Dr. Rogus-Pulia is an assistant professor in the Department of Medicine, Division of Geriatrics and Gerontology and the director of the Swallowing and Salivary Bioscience Research Program.

This hybrid event will take place in person in HSLC Room 1345 and via Zoom. Lunch will be provided for in-person attendees.

Registration is appreciated but not required.

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About the CHDR Seminar Series
Held four times per year, the purpose of the CHDR Seminar Series is to provide a focused learning opportunity and promote competency in health disparities research. These invited talks feature both rising and accomplished experts from across the disciplinary spectrum whose current work in health disparities research demonstrates a variety of models, approaches, and frameworks critical for working toward a shared goal of eliminating health disparities.