Dr. Maria J, presently an Associate Professor in the department of Speech – Language Pathology and the Academic Co-ordinator for the B.ASLP course conducted at MERF-ISH has an experience of over 9 years in the field. Her major area of interest lies in the field of Discourse Analysis in various Communication Disorders, exploring innovative teaching methods and developing Indianized Assessment materials, Intervention manuals and Tele-Therapy Materials.
Qualification | - BASLP, MASLP, M.A (Ling), Ph.D (Linguistics (Interdisciplinary)) |
Designation | - Associate Professor (SLP) / Academic Co-ordinator (B.ASLP) |
CRR No. | - A34685 |
PG Dissertation:
An Intervention Programme for Improving Phonological Sensitivity in Children – Dissertation submitted to The TN DR MGR Medical University – June 2013
PhD Thesis
‘Discourse Analysis in Individuals with Neuro-communication Disorders – A Compilation Study’ submitted at Department of CAS Linguistics; Annamalai University – Awarded Ph.D degree in January 2023.
Work Experience
MERF Institute of Speech and Hearing (November 2021 – till date)
Associate Professor
MERF Institute of Speech and Hearing (October 2019 – November 2021)
Assistant Professor / Clinical Incharge
Private Practice – Home Visits and online services for Stroke Clients (January 2019 – December 2021)
Chitra Speech and Hearing Clinic (January 2017 – December 2019)
Designation:- Consultant Speech Language Pathologist
Madras ENT Research Foundation (MERF) (July 2015 – April 2016)
Designation:- Assistant Professor (Feb 2016 – April 2016)
Lecturer & Clinical coordinator (July 2015 – Feb 2016)
SRM Medical College (2013 - 2015)
Designation:- Grade I Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathologist (April 2014 – July 2015)
Grade II Audiologist and Speech- Language Pathologist (November 2013 – April 2014)
Subjects of Interest
Conferences / Webinars / Seminars / Workshops Attended
ACHIEVEMENTS / RESEARCH PAPERS PRESENTED
CONFERENCE ATTENDED | YEAR | TITLE OF THE PAPER PRESENTED | AWARD |
2nd International Webinar on Dementia and Dementia Care, Scientex Conferences | November 2022 | Macrostructural and Microstructural Performance in Individuals with Parkinson’s Disease - A Comparison Based on post onset duration | - |
HCC FLASH SERIES V – TRICHY | November 2022 | A Comprehensive case report on Psychogenic Dysphagia | - |
Knowledge about Dysphagia among Geriatrics | II Best Poster | ||
Symptoms of Dysphagia in Individuals with Parkinson’s Disease across various post onset duration | - | ||
AOCNR 2021 – Virtual Conference | August 2021 | Discourse analysis in Individuals with Parkinson’s Disease – E-Poster | |
SciTech Central Neurology 2021 – Virtual Conference | April 2021 | Macro linguistic and Micro linguistic Performance in Individuals with Parkinson’s Disease - A Comparison Based on Duration after Onset | |
HCC FLASH SERIES V – TRICHY | March 2020 | Development Of Phonological Awareness Skills In Tamil | Best Paper |
Efficacy of Intervention Program To Improve Phonological Sensitivity Skills In Below Average Scholastic Performers. | Second Best Paper | ||
Concept Of Spoken Word And Rhyming Skills In Cochlear Implantees. | |||
Syllable Awareness In Children With Language Learning Disability | Best Poster | ||
Development Of Ambiguity In Bilinguals | |||
Understanding Language Learning Disability – A Comparative Study Among Teachers Of Various Boards Of Education | |||
Narrative Discourse In Children With Hearing Impairment | Third Best poster | ||
Homonym And Homophone In Children with Language Learning Disability | |||
Ambiguity Resolution In Children With Hearing Impairment | |||
International Conference on Multiple Disability | Feb 2020 | Opportunities and Challenges in Livelihood of person with MD – Public view | Best Paper |
Vocational Training services and post training opportunities for PWD – A Parental Outlook | |||
Highlighting the provision and facilities provided by employers for persons with differential ability in children | |||
Providing job opportunities for persons with MD – attitude and perception of Employers | |||
Independent living and sustainable development in children with MD – Parental Perspective | Best Poster | ||
41st ISHA CON | Jan 2009 | Autism - Is there any cerebellar underpinning |
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