Adult Speech and Language Services
Vanderbilt Bill Wilkerson Center offers comprehensive Speech and Language Services for adults after illness or injury. We diagnose and treat speech, language, cognitive, stuttering and swallowing disorders. These may result from injuries or illness, including brain injury, stroke, cancers or diseases such as Parkinson’s disease and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). We also offer support in the form of counseling, education and training to help you and your family as you navigate treatment.
Why Choose Adult Speech and Language Services at Vanderbilt
- Recognized care
Vanderbilt is consistently ranked among the nation’s best by leading authorities on health care quality. People from throughout the Southeast and across the country rely on us for the best and most innovative care possible.
- Knowledge and experience
More than 15 speech-language pathologists are available to take care of your speech and language needs. Each has post-graduate training in their areas of specialization, ensuring your care is the best it can be.
- Comprehensive care
Our team offers a wide range of services including speech evaluations, alternative communication, feeding and swallowing treatments, therapies for stuttering and counseling.
- Unique services
Our stuttering program includes one of only a few Toastmasters clubs in the world for adults who stutter.
Tests, Treatments and Services
We offer a full range of tests, treatments and services, including: