Ashwini Namasivayam‐MacDonald

McMaster University

Researcher Ashwini Namasivayam-MacDonald has made significant contributions to the field of speech-language pathology, particularly in the areas of dysphagia care and caregiver burden. Studies have investigated factors influencing laryngeal vestibular closure, caregiver burden interventions, and the impact of dysphagia rehabilitation on swallowing physiology. Research has also explored clinician perspectives on addressing caregiver burden, as well as strategies for promoting hydration in residential care settings. Additionally, work has focused on developing tools to assess swallowing disorders and quantifying spinal curvature during videofluoroscopic studies. These contributions have important implications for the management of dysphagia in adults with dementia, stroke survivors, and malnutrition patients across various healthcare sectors.