The event will feature a live performance by R&B artist Faye Raye. Our physicians and speech language pathologists will discuss speaking and singing techniques, the benefits of a healthy voice and treatment for common voice problems, and host a singing voice therapy master class. Drinks and hors d'oeuvres will be served.
Head and Neck Screening
Date:
April 21, 2008
Time:
7:30 a.m - 5:00 p.m.
Location:
Emory Voice Center Emory Crawford Long Hospital 550 Peachtree St, Ste 9-4400 Atlanta, GA 30308
Free head and neck screening will be held at The Emory Voice Center in conjunction with the Yul Brynner Head and Neck Cancer Foundation.
EMORY VOICE CENTER VIDEO RELEASES
BOTOX INJECTIONS FOR VOICE DISORDER
Continued hoarseness and a weak, breathy voice that last for more than two weeks can often signal a serious problem. Voice disorders affect 7.5 million Americans, but because diagnosis of some of these conditions is difficult, many do not get the treatment they need. One voice disorder called spasmodic dysphonia can be treated with Botox injections, the same injections used to remove wrinkles. Spasmodic dysphonia is a condition where the vocal cord muscles contract and spasm, causing people to sound as if they are straining to talk.
This VNR features a woman with spasmodic dysphonia who gets her voice back with the help of Botox.
Soundbites include: Dr. Michael Johns, Director of the Emory Voice Center, and Rita Melville, a patient who suffers from a voice disorder
Patient Info: Possible risks associated with Botox injections into the vocal cords include temporary swallowing and breathing difficulties, but the risks are small.
In most cases, the procedure is covered by insurance. For more information, contact Emory HealthConnectionSM at 404-778-7777 or 1-800-75-EMORY (1-800-753-6679).
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