The Speech Therapy Department of Therapy Plus Fitness works as a team to help patients improve their ability to communicate.

In addition to the patient, we work closely with physicians, family, and teachers. Our experienced speech pathologists want to help patients improve their communication skills and lead fuller lives.

Speech and Swallowing Therapy for Adults

Speech-language therapy services for adults recovering from stroke or head injury include:

• Comprehensive speech, language, and swallowing evaluations for inpatients and outpatients.
• Modified Barium Swallow Studies
• Disorders treated include:
  • Aphasia
  • Dysphagia (swallowing problems)
  • Dysarthria
  • Dysfluency (stuttering)
  • Apraxia of Speech
  • Voice Disorders
  • Cognitive Disorders
• VitalStim™ Therapy available for the treatment of Dysphagia

Therapy for Pediatric Communication Disorders

Speech-Language therapy services for children include:

• Comprehensive assessment of speech and language
• Treatment of communication disorders including:
  • Delayed onset of speech/language: Language therapy focuses on imitation skills and language stimulation in structured play
  • Articulation Disorders: Difficulties with the way sounds are formed and put together
  • VitalStim™ Therapy: An innovative approach to Dysphagia TreatmentDysfluency (stuttering)

Our Speech and Language Pathology Team:

Katie Corona, M.S., CCC-SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist
Marshall Medical Center South

Katie has a bachelor's degree in Speech-Language Pathology and a master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of Montevallo. Her areas of interest include pediatric speech and language disorders. Katie is a member of American-Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA) and the Speech and Hearing Association of Alabama (SHAA).

Hannah Shultz, M.S., CCC-SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist
Marshall Medical Center North

Hannah has a bachelor's and master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of Montevallo. Hannah is a member of American-Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA) and the Speech and Hearing Association of Alabama (SHAA).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a speech-language pathologist?

A speech-language pathologist is a licensed health care professional who diagnoses, evaluates, and treats disorders of speech, voice, swallowing, and/or language.

When would I use the services of a speech-language pathologist?

Speech-language pathologists treat communication problems in infants, children, adolescents, and adults.

You might consult a pathologist to help

• someone with a speech impairment, such as stuttering, slurred speech, or voice problems
• someone whose speech or language has been affected by a stroke or head injury
• someone whose speech has been affected by surgery
• someone with a swallowing disorder

What can I expect to happen during a session with my therapist?

For both adults and children, individual treatment plans are designed to meet the patient's specific needs. The therapist works with the patient's doctor, family, and other care providers to insure the highest quality care.