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SLPD, CCC-SLP/L, CDP
Dr. Treasyri (pronounced "treasure") Williams Wood resides and practices on the south side of Chicago, Illinois. She graduated from Western Michigan University in Kalamazoo with a Bachelor of Science degree in audiology and speech-language pathology and later earned a Master of Arts degree in communicative sciences and disorders from Hampton University in Virginia. Dr. Williams Wood then obtained a clinical doctorate in speech-language pathology (SLPD) from Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois.
Clinically, Dr. Williams Wood is passionate about developing person-centered interventions for individuals with aphasia, voice, and cognitive-communication challenges as a result of neurogenic conditions and neurodegenerative disease. She specializes in teaching topics related to advocacy, neural basis of communication, and cultural competency. Her research focuses on social determinants of health as they relate to individuals with neurogenic disorders of communication and their care partners. Dr. Williams Wood enjoys fostering partnerships to increase access among the underserved through holistic, culturally responsive care. She was elected to the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association's Board of Directors as member at large in 2021 and is serving a two-year term.
Courses with Treasyri Williams Wood
Browse Course CatalogEnhancing Dementia Care: A Holistic Approach for Allied Healthcare Professionals (Recorded Webinar)
Presented by Treasyri Williams Wood, SLPD, CCC-SLP/L, CDP
Enhancing Dementia Care: A Holistic Approach for Allied Healthcare Professionals (Recorded Webinar)
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Video Runtime: 170 Minutes; Learning Assessment Time: 17 Minutes
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Join us for a dynamic webinar designed to address the critical practice gap in dementia care within the allied healthcare community. As the incidence of dementia rises, speech language pathologists, occupational therapists, and physical therapists face the challenge of delivering comprehensive and culturally responsive care. Our webinar delves into understanding the prevalence and social determinants of dementia, offering practical strategies for person-centered assessments and culturally sensitive interventions. By bridging interdisciplinary knowledge gaps, attendees will gain valuable insights into empowering dementia care partners and maximizing therapy outcomes. Whether you're a seasoned clinician or a student entering the field, this webinar promises to enrich your practice and enhance your ability to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals living with dementia. Join us to revolutionize your approach to dementia care.
Learning Objectives
This course is a recording of a previously hosted live webinar event. Polling and question submission features are not available for this recording. Format and structure may differ from those of standard MedBridge courses.
Join us for a dynamic webinar designed to address the critical practice gap in dementia care within the allied healthcare community. As the incidence of dementia rises, speech language pathologists, occupational therapists, and physical therapists face the challenge of delivering comprehensive and culturally responsive care. Our webinar delves into understanding the prevalence and social determinants of dementia, offering practical strategies for person-centered assessments and culturally sensitive interventions. By bridging interdisciplinary knowledge gaps, attendees will gain valuable insights into empowering dementia care partners and maximizing therapy outcomes. Whether you're a seasoned clinician or a student entering the field, this webinar promises to enrich your practice and enhance your ability to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals living with dementia. Join us to revolutionize your approach to dementia care.
Learning Objectives
- Evaluate the incidence and prevalence of dementia and mild cognitive impairment (MCI) to recognize its significance in the roles of SLPs, OTs, and PTs
- Analyze the implications of dementia and MCI prevalence for speech, occupational, and physical therapy practice to prioritize interventions effectively
- Synthesize strategies for addressing social determinants of health (SDOH) in the context of MCI and dementia to enhance holistic patient care
- Appraise the effectiveness of person-centered assessment approaches in guiding interdisciplinary care planning for individuals with MCI and dementia
- Formulate culturally responsive dementia care strategies integrating speech, occupational, and physical therapy principles to address diverse patient needs
- Develop frameworks for empowering dementia care partners to actively participate in therapy sessions, fostering collaborative care environments
Severe Global Aphasia: Where Do I Start?
Presented by Sarah Baar, MA, CCC-SLP and Treasyri Williams Wood, SLPD, CCC-SLP/L, CDP
Severe Global Aphasia: Where Do I Start?
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Audio Runtime: 47 Minutes; Learning Assessment Time: 35 Minutes
Speech Scope Episode 2: Severe Global Aphasia: Where Do I Start?
Treasyri Williams Wood, SLPD, CCC-SLP/L, CDP, an expert on and leader in the treatment of aphasia, unpacks severe global aphasia. Dr. Williams Wood emphasizes to Sarah Baar the importance of "ruthlessly prioritized" communication goals, the use of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), and the need for intensive, repetitive, and meaningful practice. She also highlights comprehensive support and training for caregivers as a necessity.
Learning Objectives
Speech Scope Episode 2: Severe Global Aphasia: Where Do I Start?
Treasyri Williams Wood, SLPD, CCC-SLP/L, CDP, an expert on and leader in the treatment of aphasia, unpacks severe global aphasia. Dr. Williams Wood emphasizes to Sarah Baar the importance of "ruthlessly prioritized" communication goals, the use of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), and the need for intensive, repetitive, and meaningful practice. She also highlights comprehensive support and training for caregivers as a necessity.
Learning Objectives
- Interpret the evidence around assessment and treatment of global aphasia
- Apply evidence-based, practical strategies to actionably address what individualized therapy looks like for those with global aphasia
- Solve patient case scenarios involving goal and treatment areas of global aphasia in real clinical settings
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Jul 18, 2024
Enhancing Dementia Care: A Holistic Approach for Allied Healthcare Professionals
Presented by Treasyri Williams Wood
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