Knowledge regarding vocal production physiology and management options for voice disorders have experienced rapid growth over the past 40 years. This growth has resulted in a knowledge gap amongst patients and practitioners. Entirely new subspecialties of laryngology under otolaryngology and vocology under speech-language pathology have developed in response to this gap. This MOOC (Massive Open Online Course) is designed to educated patients, allied healthcare providers, vocal trainers/coaches, general medical practitioners and otolaryngologists.

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Participants will be exposed to current concepts on the physiology of voice production. These physiologic principles will be applied to speaking and performance voice production styles. Building on the knowledge of efficient voice production methods, participants will learn how vocal inefficiencies can lead to the development of voice disorders. Finally, behavioral, medical and surgical management options and indications will be presented.

Syllabus

WEEK 1: CME Information and Accreditation; Introduction

WEEK 2: Module I: Basic Anatomy and Physiology of the Speaking and Singing Voice

WEEK 3: Module II: Applied Physiology (Function)

WEEK 4: Module III: Changes in Vocal Effort and Quality

WEEK 5: Module IV: Principles of Voice Evaluation and Examination

WEEK 6: Module V: Medical or Surgical Intervention; Activity Evaluation

Surgical Intervention