Speech Pathology & Audiology Clinics

The Claude I. Howard Speech and Hearing Center at the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine (UNR Med) located within the Nell J. Redfield building, has a dual mission: to provide high-quality speech-language pathology and audiology services to the Northern Nevada community and to train graduate student clinicians for professional practice. Most services offered in our specialized clinics are delivered by graduate students under the supervision of certified speech-language pathologists and audiologists in the Department of Speech Pathology and Audiology.

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Aphasia Center of Nevada

The Aphasia Center is modeled on the Life Participation Approach to Aphasia (LPAA) which is a consumer-driven service delivery model that focuses on empowering individuals with aphasia to achieve their life goals and encouraging re-engagement by strengthening daily life participation in activities of choice. The Aphasia Center offers a variety of social communication based programs.

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Claude I. Howard Speech and Hearing Clinic

The Claude I. Howard Speech and Hearing Clinic, operated by Renown Health, provides comprehensive assessments and therapy for individuals of all ages facing communication, swallowing, hearing and balancing challenges. Our experienced staff uses state-of-the-art equipment to ensure high-quality care in a supportive environment.

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Gender Affirming and Communication Clinic

The Gender Affirming and Communication Clinic is dedicated to serving the transgender community (FtM and MtF) in Northern Nevada. We are committed to supporting individuals on their journey to achieving their desired voice and communication style.

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Northern Nevada Voice and Swallowing Clinic

The Northern Nevada Voice and Swallowing Clinic, operated by Renown Health, specializes in the evaluation and treatment of voice and swallowing disorders, offering a range of comprehensive services.

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University Center for Autism and Neurodevelopment

The University Center for Autism and Neurodevelopment (UCAN) is a multi-disciplinary team of professionals concerned with autism and neurodevelopmental disorders in children. The core value of the UCAN Assessment Team is to provide diagnostic evaluations to confirm or rule out autism in children and adolescents.

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