Frances Rodriguez Blasini, SLP

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Get to know Speech-Language Pathologist Frances Rodriguez Blasini, who serves the population of Puerto Rico.

Frances Rodriguez Blasini is a speech-language pathologist currently practicing with K H Therapy Services, Inc. in Puerto Rico. K H Therapy Services, Inc is a Hearing and Speech Clinic/Center. 

The SLP signifies an advanced level of knowledge, skills, and expertise, as it is reserved only for those speech-language pathologists who have met a set of rigorous academic and professional standards—often beyond what is required for state licensure. It represents a commitment to the profession, to ongoing professional development, and to ASHA’s Code of Ethics.

Speech-language pathologists typically need at least a master’s degree in speech-language pathology. All states require that speech-language pathologists be licensed. Licensure requirements vary by state but typically include clinical experience and passing an exam.

Speech-language pathology (or speech and language pathology) is a healthcare field of expertise practiced globally. Speech-language pathology (SLP) specializes in the evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of communication disorders (speech and language impairments), cognitive-communication disorders, voice disorders, and swallowing disorders across the lifespan.

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