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Beate Peter
PhD, CCC-SLP
Beate Peter is the Assistant Professor and director of the Speech/Language Genetics Lab in the Department of Speech and Hearing Science at Arizona State University. She has been conducting research focusing on genetic causes of communication disorders since 2007. Her interdisciplinary background is unique in that it includes a master's degree in speech-language pathology, a PhD in speech and hearing sciences, three years of postdoctoral training in medical genetics, and the Graduate Certificate in Statistical Genetics, all obtained at the University of Washington. Dr. Peter teaches extensively in the area of genetics for clinicians, including as an adjunct faculty member at Saint Louis University and at national conferences. She is a member of the Scientific and Professional Education Board at the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.
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Browse Course CatalogChildren with Motor Disorders of Genetic Etiology
Presented by Beate Peter, PhD, CCC-SLP
Children with Motor Disorders of Genetic Etiology
Motor disorders of genetic origin can affect an individual on many levels, requiring services from multiple specialists, including speech-language pathologists (SLPs), occupational therapists (OTs), and physical therapists (PTs). In some cases, these professionals work on the same underlying core deficits, for instance motor coordination; but a shared understanding of the genetic mechanisms and collaborative clinical approaches is often missing. How can a better understanding of genetics lead to more effective and collaborative clinical services? This course provides a case-based introduction to fundamental concepts in genetics, such as chromosomal changes versus small DNA mutations, and the downstream effects of such variations on entire motor systems. The role of the genetics professional as a member of the interprofessional team is outlined. Participants will learn how to conduct an assessment designed to identify genetic red flags and how to use this knowledge toward appropriate referrals and interprofessional practice.
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