ANCDS, 2345 Rice Street, Saint Paul, MN (2025)

11/12/2025

🌟 One Week Away! 🌟

Get ready! The 2025 ANCDS Scientific & Business Meeting is just one week away! Join us on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, DC, for a full day of learning, innovation, and collaboration under this year’s theme:

💡 “Technological Advances and Ethical Decisions in Neurogenic Communication Disorders.”

Hear from experts on topics including:
🎤 Voice assistive tech & telehealth (Yao Du)
🤖 AI & clinical workflows (Kelly Fussman & Melissa Duff)
🎓 ANCDS Board Certification insights (Petroi-Bock, Voleti, Biel)
💬 Large language models in SLP (Yalian Pei)
🌐 Digital equity & neurodiversity (Tahnee Wilder)
📱 Technology for aphasia participation (Sarah Wallace)
🧠 Language & pragmatics in RHD (Margaret Blake & Alexandra Durfee)

✨ Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from leading experts, engage in cutting-edge discussions, and connect with colleagues advancing neurogenic communication research and practice.

📅 Mark your calendars - we can’t wait to see you in Washington, DC!

11/07/2025

🌟 Webinar: Supporting Older Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

This presentation explores how professionals and caregivers can support individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) as they age, especially when signs of dementia appear. It will cover similarities and differences between neurotypical and neurodiverse aging, with a focus on differential diagnosis and avoiding diagnostic overshadowing.

🗓️ Tuesday, November 11, 2025
⏰ 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM CST
🖥️ https://buff.ly/rSzBayV

11/03/2025

🌟 Reminder! 🌟

📢 It is officially November, and it is almost time for you all to join us for the 2025 Annual ANCDS Scientific & Business Meeting! Dive into the latest advancements in our field on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, DC!

This year’s theme, “Technological Advances and Ethical Decisions in Neurogenic Communication Disorders,” promises to spark insightful discussions and innovative ideas. ✨

Meet and connect with leading experts, network with peers, and help shape the future of neurogenic communication! Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity. Make sure to register and mark your calendars! 📅📝

10/28/2025

🌟 Excited to share our upcoming webinar that delves into the vital intersection of speech-language pathology and palliative care! Join us LIVE this FRIDAY, October 31st. This course explores the intersection of speech-language pathology and palliative care through real-world case discussions. Participants will compare hospice and palliative roles, examine communication in PEG and goals-of-care decisions, and learn collaborative strategies for supporting patients with serious illness.

FREE for ANCDS Members! Not a member? The cost to join this webinar is $50. Alternatively, become a member today and join the webinar free of charge!

🗓️ Can't make it live? No worries! An archived webinar will be available shortly after.

📚 Don't miss out on this opportunity to deepen your understanding and improve care for your patients! This webinar is eligible for ASHA CEUs!

10/06/2025

🎙️ Exciting news! Tune in to the latest episode of the ANCDS podcast featuring Dr. Julie Liss and Dr. Visar Berisha as they discuss how AI is transforming clinical practice in speech-language pathology. Don't miss this insightful conversation! Listen now directly on our website at https://buff.ly/nXcIPST, or on Soundcloud, Apple Music, and Spotify!

09/29/2025

🎉 Exciting news! Join us for the 2025 Annual ANCDS Scientific & Business Meeting on November 19th in Washington, DC! 🌟

Registration is now OPEN! ANCDS Members: $250; Non-Members**: $290; ANCDS Student/Clinical Fellow Members: $110. Register at https://buff.ly/txWodF2

CEU information for all talks is provided here: https://buff.ly/dN4V3e4

We look forward to exploring key topics related to technological advances and ethical considerations in neurogenic communication disorders. Check out the full schedule for an amazing lineup of lectures and discussions! Don’t miss out—mark your calendars and register now! 📅🔗

09/27/2025

🌟 Reminder! 🌟 Don't miss out on our virtual group mentoring sessions for ANCDS Board Certification (BC)! 🗓️ Starting this Monday, September 29th, and continuing every Monday for 6 weeks, we'll wrap up on November 3rd. Sessions will start at 7:30 EST (4:30 PST, 5:30 MST, 6:30 CST).

Join us for valuable insights! The first session will provide an overview of the BC process, followed by deep dives into case study writing and more. Bring your questions and let’s explore these topics together!

📧 Want to join? --> Email info@ancds.org to participate! Looking forward to seeing you there! 💬

09/18/2025

🎉 ANCDS celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept 15–Oct 15), honoring the history, culture, and many contributions of Hispanic and Latinx communities. 🌎✨

We recognize the profound impact of Hispanic and Latinx scholars, clinicians, and advocates whose work has advanced neurogenic communication sciences and disorders. 💡🧠💬

📚🙌 We invite our members to join us in this celebration: share resources, recommended readings, or examples of meaningful work that highlight the voices and contributions of Hispanic and Latinx communities. Together, we can uplift and continue learning from their lasting influence. ❤️

09/15/2025

🌟 Exciting Opportunity! 🌟 Are you interested in applying for ANCDS Board Certification (BC) or have questions about the process? Join our virtual group mentoring sessions starting Monday, September 29th!

🗓️ Dates: Every Monday starting September 29th for 6 consecutive weeks, ending November 3rd
🕦 Time: 4:30 PM PST | 5:30 PM MST | 6:30 PM CST | 7:30 PM EST

✨ Overview: Attend as many sessions as you like! The first session on 9/29 will cover the overall BC process, followed by in-depth discussions on case study writing and more. Come with your questions and let's dive into the topics together!

📧 Interested? Email info@ancds.org to participate! See you there! 💬

09/05/2025

Calling all ANCDS members! 🎉

Want to make a real impact and boost your career? 💼 Volunteer with ANCDS!

Our mission to support high-quality care through education, training, and certification relies on dedicated volunteers like you. 🤝

Plus, volunteering with ANCDS offers incredible perks:
✨ Expand your network and forge valuable professional connections.
🔍 Unlock opportunities for collaborative research and mentorship.
📈 Strengthen your profile for tenure and promotion by demonstrating leadership and service.

Join us in strengthening the professional community and ensuring individuals with neurologic communication disorders receive the best possible care. 🌟

Ready to contribute and grow? Learn more on the ANCDS website at https://buff.ly/6grU0mk and get involved today!

07/23/2025

🎤 Exciting Announcement! 🎤

We’re thrilled to reveal some of the incredible speakers who will be joining us at this year's conference! Get ready to learn from our incredible ANCDS clinicians and researchers.

✨ Yao Du, PhD, CCC-SLP - Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Skills via Voice Assistive Technology (VAT) Alexa: A Hybrid Telehealth Program for Community-Dwelling Adults with TBI and Aphasia
✨ Kelly Fussman, MS, CCC-SLP - Transforming Clinical Workflows: Using AI and EHRs to Support Clinicians and Researchers
✨ Melissa Duff, PhD, CCC-SLP - Transforming Clinical Workflows: Using AI and EHRs to Support Clinicians and Researchers (continued)
✨ BC Committee: Diana Petroi-Bock, PhD, CCC-SLP, BC-ANCDS, BCS-S; Ramani Voleti, M.S., CCC-SLP, BC-ANCDS; Michael Biel, CScD, CCC-SLP, BC-ANCDS - Demystifying Myths and Case Presentations in Decision-Making for ANCDS Board Certification
✨ Yalian Pei, PhD, CCC-SLP - Exploring the Potential of LLMs in SLP Education and Clinical Care
✨ REDI committee - TBD
✨ Sarah E. Wallace, PhD CCC-SLP - Technology as a Life Participation Support for People with Aphasia
✨ RHD Writing Committee: Margaret Lehman Blake, PhD, CCC-SLP; Alexandra Zezinka Durfee, PhD CCC-SLP - The State of the Literature on Language and Pragmatics in People with Right Hemisphere Brain Damage: Implications for Assessment and Treatment

Stay tuned for more details in the coming weeks! This is an event you won’t want to miss!

📅 Don’t forget to save the date: Wednesday, November 19, 2025
🔗 For more updates and information, visit: https://buff.ly/yoavurP

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