Linda Schmitke, speech pathologistLinda Schmitke, MA-CCC

Linda is a certified Speech, Voice, and Swallowing Pathologist.

She specializes in speech, voice, and swallowing disorders related to head/neck cancer, surgery, and neurological deficits caused by stroke or disease.

Education:

  • Bachelors degree in Speech Pathology from San Diego State University
  • Masters degree in Speech Pathology from San Diego State University
  • Preceptorship at La Jolla Verterans Administration Hospital

Memberships and Certifications:

  • Licensure from Oregon State Board of Examiners
  • Certification of Clinical Competence (CCC) from American Speech, Language, and Hearing Association (ASHA)
  • Lee Silverman Voice Therapy for Parkinson's Disease (LSVT)
  • VitalStim electrical stimulation for swallowing disorders
  • Interactive Metronome
  • Member, ASHA (plus Special Interest Divisions for Voice and Dysphagia)
  • Member, Oregon Speech and Hearing Association (OSHA)
  • Member, Parkinson's Foundation

Linda has received the Award for Continuing Education (ACE) from ASHA for surpassing Continuing Education requirements.