CME- Endoscopic Laryngeal Videostroboscopy Performance and Interpretation Course

The 43rd Annual Stroboscopy Performance and Interpretation Course

Monday, October 19th -Tuesday, October 20th, 2026

 

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Questions? elizabeth.tremblay@vumc.org

    • The Vanderbilt Voice Center Laryngeal Videostroboscopy Course is designed as a tutorial for speech-language pathologists and otolaryngologists to cultivate their understanding and performance of the endoscopic laryngeal videostroboscopy exam. Principles of laryngeal function will be discussed, and the diagnostic potential of stroboscopy will be covered in depth. A robust amount of hands-on practice in the clinical performance of both rigid and flexible endoscopy will be provided. Interpretation and analysis of both percptual and stroboscopic parameters will be presented through didactic coursework and applied during practical instruction.
  • After participating in this continuing education activity, participants should be able to:

    • Demonstrate a working knowledge of the diagnostic value of the endoscopic laryngeal videostroboscopy exam

    • List the components of a clinicially comprehensive laryngeal videostrobscopy exam

    • Demonstrate emerging hands-on skill performing both rigid and flexible laryngeal videostrobscopy

    • Demonstrate emerging skill in the interpretation of the laryngeal videostroboscopic exam and in the formulation of clinical managment recommendations

  • The course will be held at the Vanderbilt Bill Wilkerson Center on the Vanderbilt University Medical Center campus in Nashville, Tennessee.

    The Vanderbilt Bill Wilkerson Center is located at:
    1215 21st Ave. S., Medical Center East, South Tower, Conference Room 8380 A/B (8th Floor) Nashville, TN 37232

  • Course registration fees are as follows:

    Professional: Early Bird Rate $575 ends July 10, 2026. Regular Rate $615

    Student: Early Bird Rate $475 ends July 10, 2026. Regular Rate $515.

    Registration is encouraged on or before September 19, 2026. Cancellation requests must be received in writing on or before August 31, 2026, to be eligible for a complete refund. There will be a 25% processing fee on all cancellations received in writing after August 31st, 2026. No refunds will be processed if cancellation is received after September 19, 2026. No refunds will be given for no-shows.

  • DAY 1: Monday, October 19th

    TimeLengthItem/TopicSpeaker/Presentation
    7:4545 minBreakfast and Registration at the Voice Center 
    8:3015 minWelcome to the Voice Center, Meet Our TeamJenny Muckala
    8:4530 minPerforming Rigid and Flexible EndoscopyAmy Stone
    9:1560 minInterpreting Laryngeal VideostroboscopyJenny Muckala
    10:1515 minBreak 
    10:3035 minPerceptual AnalysisLydia Pion
    11:0540 minEvaluation of Pediatric VoiceElizabeth Tremblay, Dr. Lyndy Wilcox
    11:4560 minWorking Lunch w/Case StudiesTaylor Jones
    12:4515 minBreak and move to Voice Center Clinic for Hands-On Strobe Practice 
    1:003 hrsHands-On Stroboscopy Practice in the Voice CenterRachel Crews, Taylor Jones, Emily Kimball, Jenny Muckala, Lydia Pion, Amy Stone, Elizabeth Tremblay, Emily Wishik
    4:0060 minAdjourn. Wine and Cheese Reception at the Voice Center 

    DAY 2: Tuesday, October 20th

    TimeLengthItem/TopicSpeaker/Presentation
    8:0030 minBreakfast 
    8:3045 minPhysiology to Function through ResearchDr. Emily Kimball
    9:1545 minVoice Therapy: From Stroboscopic Exam to Behavioral InterventionEmily Wishik
    10:0015 minBreak 
    10:1545 minReimbursement and Legislative Challenges in EndoscopyDr. Barb Jacobson
    11:0045 minPhysical Therapy and the Voice: When Big Takes Over LittleKim Coon, Carrie Tomlinson
    11:4560 minWorking lunch: Case Management PanelDr. Chuck Fletcher, Rachel Crews, Amy Stone
    12:4515 minBreak and move to 7th floor 
    1:003 hrsHands-On Stroboscopy Practice in the Voice CenterRachel Crews, Taylor Jones, Emily Kimball, Jenny Muckala, Lydia Pion, Amy Stone, Elizabeth Tremblay, Emily Wishik
    4:0015 minWrap-up & Course Evaluations 
    4:15 Adjourn