Episode Summary

In this episode of SLP Full Disclosure, Michelle shares an exciting recap of the ASHA 2025 Convention in Washington, D.C. Celebrating ASHA's centennial anniversary, this year's convention was a massive gathering of nearly 15,000 speech-language pathologists, graduate students, and exhibitors from around the world.

Listen in as Michelle discusses the incredible energy at the AMN Healthcare booth, the surprising prevalence of AI in therapy discussions, and the valuable connections made with fellow professionals. She also shares personal highlights, including finally meeting her recruiter of five years and attending an inspiring session with Abby from "Love on the Spectrum." Whether you attended the convention or are curious about the latest in the SLP world, this episode covers the key takeaways, professional opportunities, and what to look forward to at ASHA 2026.

Chapters:

00:00 - ASHA 2025 Recap

01:41 - AMN Healthcare at ASHA

03:11 - AI in Therapy

03:56 – Debunking Myths About Your Clinical Fellowship Year

04:43 - Inspiring Sessions ft. Abby from "Love on the Spectrum"

05:20 – The Joy of Meeting Podcast Guests and Colleagues in Person

Quick Notes:

• ASHA 2026 Convention: Mark your calendars for next year's event in Indianapolis, Indiana.
• AMN Healthcare Giveaway: Don't miss your chance to win a $500 ASHA registration gift certificate and a $1,000 travel voucher for ASHA 2026. [https://www.amnhealthcare.com/social/asha-giveaway/]

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In this episode, we're joined by Regina Ramone, a Speech Language Pathologist who brings a unique perspective from her work in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. Regina shares her journey from Texas to directing a clinic in Mexico, focusing on the critical care for children with cleft lip and palate.

She discusses the significant differences in speech pathology services, early intervention, and family support between the U.S. and Mexico. This conversation highlights the challenges and rewards of providing multidisciplinary care in an area where speech therapy is still an emerging profession and resources can be scarce.

Keywords: speech pathology, cleft lip, cleft palate, early intervention, international SLP, bilingual SLP, pediatric therapy, medical SLP, multidisciplinary team, global healthcare

Chapters

00:00 - A Look at Speech Pathology in Mexico

03:30 - Regina's Journey to Cleft Palate Specialization

04:54 - Structural vs. Functional Therapy

06:26 - The Process and Timing of Surgical Intervention

09:23 - Gaps in Family Support and Follow-Up Care

10:51 - Building a Multidisciplinary Care Team

12:39 - The Biggest Misconception About Cleft Palate Care

21:13 - Serving the Community in Southern Baja California

23:43 - A New Profession in Mexico

36:30 - Recommended Resources for SLPs

Guest Bio

Regina Ramone is a speech language pathologist who grew up in Del Rio, Texas. She earned her undergraduate and graduate degrees at the University of Texas at Austin with a focus on serving bilingual populations. With a background in early childhood intervention and medical settings, Regina is now the director of Communicable in Los Cabos, Mexico. She collaborates with local foundations to provide essential care for children with cleft lip and palate.

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In this episode of SLP Full Disclosure, Michelle is joined by AMN Healthcare teletherapist and bilingual SLP, Natalie Jaramillo. Natalie shares her expertise on supporting Spanish-speaking students in a school setting, from the importance of a thorough family interview to understand a child's language exposure and cultural background to how dynamic assessments can reveal a child's learning potential beyond standardized testing.

They also discuss common articulation differences between Spanish and English, strategies for improving intelligibility without diminishing a child's cultural identity, and the nuances of assessing language skills in both languages.

Chapters:

00:44 – Introduction to Natalie the episode's topic: working with bilingual children.

03:03 – The first thing to consider when you receive a referral for a bilingual student.

05:34 – Using dynamic assessments (test, teach, reteach) to gauge learning potential.

09:18 – Differences in Spanish and English Pronunciation

11:38 – Accent Versus Speech Sound Error

15:14 – Word Order Differences Between English and Spanish.

18:44 – Differentiating Language Delay and Lack of Exposure to English

22:05 – Bilingual vs. Interpreter Evaluations

24:01 – Therapy Strategies for Engaging Bilingual Students

28:36 – Advice for New SLPs

Guest Bio:

Natalie Jaramillo, M.S. CCC-SLP, is bilingual speech-language pathologist with AMN Healthcare. Her experience includes home health, therapeutic preschools, private clinics, and teletherapy, with a focus on providing high-quality care to diverse pediatric populations.

Natalie earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Georgia and completed her graduate studies at Eastern New Mexico University.

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Support for every step. Learn more about AMN Healthcare's EAP Program.

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Episode Sponsor:

We're proudly sponsored by AMN Healthcare, the leader in healthcare staffing and workforce solutions. Explore their services at AMN Healthcare.

Discover job opportunities and manage your assignments with ease using AMN Passport. Download the AMN Passport App today!

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