Vicki Markhart, MS, CCC-SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist
My specialties:
- Speech therapy (speech language pathology)
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Professional interests:
- Swallowing issues
- Feeding issues
- Cued speech
- Augmentative and alternative communication
- Vital stimulation (for swallowing)
- Cochlear Implants
I am certified in Vital Stimulation for swallowing and the use of the Sequential Oral Sensory (SOS) Approach to Feeding. I also am trained in Cued Speech, cochlear implant treatment, and Interactive Metronome as a therapy modality. In addition, I have experience with the use of Augmentative and Alternative Communication and assist caregivers with the funding process to obtain a speech generating device if deemed appropriate.
I truly enjoy working with clients and seeing the progress made from day to day. I have 20 years of experience working with the pediatric population, and most recently have experience working with adults as well.
Credentials
- MS
- CCC-SLP
- OTR/C
Board-certified specialties
- Speech therapy (speech language pathology)
Personal interests
- Family activities
- Music
- Scrapbooking
- Traveling
Educational institutions
- Moorhead State University
- Fontbonne College
Current licenses and certifications
- American Speech-Language and Hearing Association certification
- Minnesota Department of Health license for Speech Language Pathology
Years of experience
- 29
Hospital affiliations
- Abbott Northwestern Hospital
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