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  • Otolaryngology
  • Speech-Language Pathology
  • Voice Disorders

Background:

  • Speech-language pathologists (SLPs) commonly use voice stimulability testing.
  • The utilization of this testing by laryngologists is not well-documented.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the frequency, circumstances, and rationale for voice stimulability testing among laryngologists.
  • To assess the perceived benefits and educational needs regarding stimulability testing in laryngology.

Main Methods:

  • An anonymous 29-question online survey was distributed to fellowship-trained laryngologists.
  • Data on the performance, frequency, and perceived impact of stimulability testing were collected.

Main Results:

  • 94% of laryngologists reported using voice stimulability testing, primarily performed by SLPs.
  • Laryngologists perceive benefits but desire more education and standardized protocols.
  • Lack of close collaboration with SLPs correlated with less frequent or unknown use of testing.

Conclusions:

  • Voice stimulability testing is widely used by laryngologists, often in collaboration with SLPs.
  • Enhanced interdisciplinary training and standardized protocols are needed to improve patient care.
  • Further research into optimizing the integration of stimulability testing in laryngology practices is warranted.