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Speech Swallowing and Neurological Rehabilitation

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Speech Swallowing and Neurological Rehabilitation

SSNR is a private practice and outpatient clinic in Tyler, Texas.

02/06/2026

Meet the owner! 👋

Meaghan Arnold is the founder and owner of SSNR. She specializes in treating adults and older adults with complex neurological, swallowing, and communication disorders.

She earned her Bachelor’s degree from the University of Arizona, her Master’s degree from The University of Texas at Austin, and is currently pursuing a PhD from Rocky Mountain University of Health Professionals.

Meaghan has held her Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) since 2016 and is licensed to practice in Texas.

Meaghan has completed advanced training in:
▪️Cognitive Communication Therapy for Acquired Brain Injury (CCCABI)
▪️Ampcare Effective Swallowing Protocol (Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation)
▪️Respiratory Muscle Strength Training (EMST-150)
▪️McNeill Dysphagia Therapy Program (MDTP)
▪️SPEAK OUT!® Parkinson Voice Project
▪️Manual Therapy & Myofascial Release
▪️Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallow (FEES)

Meaghan serves as a Medical Advisory Board Member for the Myositis Support and Understanding organization and is deeply committed to patient education, advocacy, and ethical care.

She is passionate about providing her community with individualized, evidence-based care. She enjoys sweet treats and gardening in her spare time. If you see her around the clinic, make sure to say "HI!"

02/04/2026

Join us on Tuesday, February 17th, for our monthly Parkinson’s support group

Kline Pillows, an elder law attorney with Ross and Shoalmire, will be speaking.

Lunch will be provided.

We will meet from 12:00-1:00 at Green Acres Baptist Church in room 140A

Questions
📞903-871-5712
📧 office@ssnrtx.com

02/02/2026

It’s official, WE’RE PUBLISHED. 📚✨

This means A LOT to us.

Our stand-alone outpatient speech pathology clinic has completed research that has officially been published in the Journal of Rare Diseases.

This was a considerable undertaking and serves as proof that research doesn’t only have to happen in large hospital systems or academic medical centers.

We’re honored to have partnered with Kelly Salmon and are deeply grateful for the funding and support from Myositis Support and Understanding.

This work reflects what we believe at our core:

🧠 Clinical care and research belong together

🗣️ Community clinics can contribute to advancing science

🤝 Collaboration moves our field forward

Most importantly, this research exists to improve care, safety, and quality of life for individuals living with myositis and dysphagia.

To our patients, collaborators, and community—thank you for trusting us to ask better questions and push the field forward.

🔗 Read the publication at the link in our bio

We’ll be presenting this work at the Global Myositis Conference in Lisbon, Portugal, in March. If you’re at the conference, please come and say hi!

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01/30/2026

Meet the team! 👋

Dania is the office manager of SSNR. She handles all scheduling needs and physician communications.

In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends. Should you have a question about billing, scheduling, insurance authorization, or eligibility, she has all the answers! 📞

01/28/2026

We are So Excited to start our Aphasia Conversation Group

Join us monthly for a supportive conversation group designed for individuals with aphasia. Each session focuses on real-life conversation, shared experiences, and building confidence in communicating with others.

✨ Guided discussions
✨ New topics each month
✨ Supportive environment where every voice matters

Group Benefits:
✔ Practice functional conversation skills
✔ Connect with others with aphasia
✔ Build confidence speaking and sharing ideas
✔ Virtual & in-person options available

📍 In-Person: First Tuesday of the month | 1–2:30 PM
📍 Virtual: Second Tuesday of the month | 1–2:30 PM

Starting March 3, 2026

💲 $25 per session
📞 Contact us to join: 903-871-5712
📍 7282 Crosswater Ave. Ste. 100, Tyler, TX

01/26/2026

At SSNR, we offer AmpCare’s Effective Swallow Protocol (ESP)- a non-invasive, FDA-cleared treatment designed to improve swallowing safety and efficiency.

Here’s how it works 👇
• Gentle electrical stimulation is delivered in short bursts through two electrodes
• During stimulation, patients complete strong, effortful swallows against resistance

This combination helps:
✔️ Support better swallow timing and coordination
✔️ Increase airway closure speed
✔️ Reduce aspiration risk

Research shows that pairing electrical stimulation with active, resistive swallowing exercises can lead to faster and more meaningful improvements than exercise alone.

Swallowing is a skill- and with the right rehabilitation, we can help you swallow more safely and more efficiently so you can bring the joy back to mealtime.

At SSNR, we provide
🌟 Evidence-based care
🌟 Functional outcomes
🌟 Goals the improve your quality of life

Are you concerned about coughing, choking, or changes in swallowing?

A comprehensive swallowing evaluation is the first step to understanding what’s happening and choosing the right treatment.

Schedule a swallowing evaluation at SSNR to get clear answers, personalized care, and evidence-based treatment options.

P: 903-871-5712
F: 903-309-1035
office@ssnrtx.com

01/23/2026

Meet the team! 👋

Liz Barboza Meza, M.S., CCC-SLP is a Speech-Language Pathologist. Lizbeth Barboza Meza is licensed in Texas and holds a Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. She earned her B.S. and M.S. in Communication Sciences and Disorders from the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. She has clinical experience across pediatric outpatient, inpatient rehabilitation, Long-Term Acute Care (LTAC), and adult/geriatric outpatient settings.

Her clinical interests include bilingual (Spanish) and culturally responsive services; dysphagia management across the lifespan; cognitive rehabilitation following CVA, TBI, and other neurogenic or degenerative disorders; and treatment of aphasia and related neurogenic communication disorders.

Lizbeth is a certified provider of the Ampcare Effective Swallow Protocol (ESP) and the Parkinson’s Voice Project SPEAK OUT!® program and holds clinical competency in Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES). 💬🧠

01/21/2026

Let's talk about Environmental Modifications for Minimizing Distractions

When paying attention feels difficult, your environment matters more than you think.

Small changes can make a big difference in focus, follow-through, and cognitive energy throughout the day. Try these changes and see how your brain feels after:
• Turn down background noise (TV, music, move away from side conversations)
• Use noise-canceling headphones or earplugs if in a noisy environment
• Keep workspaces simple and uncluttered
• Adjust lighting—soft, warm, or natural light often helps
• Silence notifications or use “Do Not Disturb.”
• Set timers for work periods and breaks
• And most importantly- use what works for you

There’s no one-size-fits-all solution. If something improves focus and reduces overwhelm, it’s worth keeping.

✨ Support attention.
✨ Reduce cognitive load.
✨ Create an environment that works with your brain- not against it.

01/19/2026

Who Benefits From Dementia Navigation Services?

If you’re supporting someone with memory loss and thinking, “What do we do now?” - this is for you. 🤍

Dementia navigation is designed for:
• Spouses watching their partner's memory skills change
• Adult children helping from near or far
• Caregivers feeling overwhelmed or unsure
• Families navigating a new diagnosis
• Professionals supporting aging adults
• Families trying to plan for now and for what’s ahead

If you are feeling alone, frustrated, or not sure what to do next, Dementia Navigation Consulting Services are for you.

We help you make sense of symptoms, understand what the future may look like, plan for safety and communication, and take the next right step- without the endless Googling.

✨ Clarity for you.
✨ Support for your loved one.
✨ Guidance for the dementia journey.

📍Support doesn’t have to wait until crisis mode.

01/16/2026

Meet the team! 👋

Bailey Smith, M.S., CF-SLP, Speech-Language Pathologist Clinical FellowBailey received her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from Oklahoma State University. She is currently a clinical fellow pursuing her Certificate of Clinical Competency through the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.

Her clinical interests include voice disorders, post-stroke language intervention, and implementing patients’ interests into functional therapy activities.

Bailey is a certified SPEAK OUT! provider, an AmpCare ESP provider, and has FEES competency training. 💬🧠

01/13/2026

Join us Tuesday, January 20th, for our Parkinson's Support Group

12:00- 1:00 at Green Acres Baptist Church

Dr. Rani Vasireddy will be speaking this month. She is a neurologist and clinical faculty physician at the University of Texas at Tyler Health Science Center under the UT Tyler School of Medicine

Lunch will be provided by Abbott Pharmaceuticals

Questions about the meeting?
Call our office at 903-871-5712
or email office@ssnrtx.com

01/12/2026

Let's talk about the phases of the swallow!

Looking for more information and education about the swallow?

Our Breaking Down Dysphagia resource is packed with:
▪️Education about the phases of the swallow
▪️Strategy checklists
▪️Handouts about oral care, thickened liquids, feeding tubes, and more

This resource is great education for caregivers, patients, and clinicians

🔗 Link in bio to get your copy today!

Address

7282 Crosswater Avenue, Suite 100
Tyler, TX
75703

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Website

http://www.ssnrtx.com/

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