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Treatment/Procedure: Swallow Studies

Also called: Flexible Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing with Sensory Testing; FEESST; Modified Barium Swallow Study; MBS

Typical swallow studies use modified barium to determine whether food or liquid is being aspirated, or entering a person’s lungs. At UAMS, we also use Flexible Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing with Sensory Testing (FEESST). FEEST is a state-of-the-art nonradioactive alternative to modified barium swallow studies. This exam allows for direct assessment of the motor and sensory aspects of the swallow. The benefits of FEESST are:

  • Immediate results with convenient in-office procedure
  • Practical recommendations for dietary and behavioral management
  • Assistance in dietary upgrade or oral feeding for people who are on gastrostomy tube feedings
  • Management of symptoms with appropriate swallowing rehabilitation

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Providers Performing or Prescribing Swallow Studies

Note that every provider listed below may not perform or prescribe Swallow Studies for all conditions related to it. Review each provider for availability.

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Ariel Berlinski, M.D.

Ariel Berlinski, M.D. Pediatric Pulmonologist

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John L. Carroll, M.D.

John L. Carroll, M.D. Pediatric Pulmonologist

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Zena B. Ghazala, M.D.

Zena B. Ghazala, M.D. Pediatric Pulmonologist

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Supriya K. Jambhekar, M.D.

Supriya K. Jambhekar, M.D. Pediatric Pulmonologist

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Matthew C. Pertzborn, M.D.

Matthew C. Pertzborn, M.D. Pediatric Pulmonologist

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Locations Providing Swallow Studies

Note that Swallow Studies may not be performed at every location listed below. The list may include locations where the treatment plan is developed during and after a patient visit.

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Exterior of UAMS Jackson T. Stephens Spine and Neuroscience Institute building

Ear, Nose and Throat Clinic at the UAMS Medical Center

501 Jack Stephens Drive
UAMS Jackson T. Stephens Spine and Neuroscience Institute
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Number
501-686-8000
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Areas of Expertise for Swallow Studies

Female speech therapist helping a teenage patient inside of a clinic

Speech Therapy (Part of Rehabilitation and Therapy Services)

The speech therapy program at UAMS Health offers diagnostic and treatment services for adults with communication problems as well as voice concerns and …

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Request an appointment by contacting a clinic directly or by calling the UAMS Health appointment line at (501) 686-8000.

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