On April 22 we had a pipe elbow failure in our Emergency Department (ED) causing a significant water leak. Crews are assessing the impact and we are in the process of water abatement. Our ED is open, but several rooms are currently offline which could increase wait times. Some surgeries are also being rescheduled.
Flexible Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing
8/14/2023
Author:
Erin Hawes, SLP
Flexible Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES) is a sensitive, accurate, portable, and safe examination that yields clinically useful information relative to swallowing physiology and swallowing safety. Referring providers may review this referral guidelines document to learn:
- What FEES is and what the exam includes
- Considerations of referring patients for FEES vs. Modified Barium Swallow Study (MBSS)
- How to refer patients for a study