Host Polly Swingle is joined by Speech-Language Pathologist, Chrissy Regan, M.A., CCC-SLP, to talk about the benefits of working with a Speech and Language Pathologist for those with head and neck cancer. Chrissy breaks down what head and neck cancer is, causes of this type of cancer, and effective treatments for those who have been diagnosed.
Chrissy Regan, M.A., CCC-SLP, earned her Bachelor of Applied Arts in Communication Disorders (2010) and Master of Arts in Speech-Language Pathology (2013) from Central Michigan University. She joined The Recovery Project in February 2025 after working for 10 years in a Michigan-based outpatient rehabilitation clinic, where she developed a head and neck cancer program focused on improving speech and swallowing outcomes for patients undergoing chemotherapy and radiation therapy. Chrissy is certified in Lee Silverman Voice Treatment (LSVT LOUD) and SpeakOut! therapy programs for the treatment of Parkinson’s Disease and she specializes in adult neurological disorders. She also holds a certification in VitalStim® therapy, an evidence-based approach for the treatment of swallowing disorders. Chrissy is also a part of the Concentrated Stroke Rehabilitation team at The Recovery Project.
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