Presentation on Speech Therapy Telepractice. Delivered at the American Speech-Language- Hearing Association's Annual convention (Chicago).

1. TinyEYE: Speech Therapy Telepractice Marnee Brick, MS.c Territory Manager TinyEYE Therapy Services http://www.TinyEYE.com

2. “ Change Always Comes Bearing Gifts” -Price Pritchett

3. What is TinyEYE? A company which created a web-based software solution, allowing Speech-Language Pathologists to provide therapy from home.

5. ASHA’s Definition of Telepractice: In ASHA's recent position statements, telepractice is defined as "the application of telecommunications technology to delivery of professional services at a distance by linking clinician to client, or clinician to clinician, for assessment, intervention, and/or consultation." ASHA's position is that "telepractice is an appropriate model of service delivery for the professions of speech-language pathology [and audiology]. Telepractice may be used to overcome barriers of access to services caused by distance, unavailability of specialists and/or subspecialists, and impaired mobility." Telepractice offers "the potential to extend clinical services to remote, rural, and underserved populations, and to culturally and linguistically diverse populations.” http://www.asha.org/about/leadership-projects/archive/focused-initiatives/01-03-archive/telepractice.htm

6. So How is Telepractice a Real Solution? Equal Service Improved Productivity Lower Environmental Impact Lower Material Costs SLPs Can Be Located Anywhere (with proper state licensure)

7. Common Fears and Concerns About Telepractice You Can’t Establish Rapport !! Yes, you can You Can’t Serve Every Child’s Needs!! True, but you can serve the majority Telepractice replaces my job!! No, telepractice helps those who can’t find a dedicated in-house therapist

8. What technology do you need with TinyEYE? Recent computer (1-2 years old) High-Speed Internet Web Cameras Headsets

9. How can you effectively communicate with parents regarding the use of telepractice?? Consent Forms Open Communication with SLP

10. Concluding Remarks www.TinyEYE.com