Communication & Swallowing Disorder Unit
 About Us The Communication and Swallowing Disorders Unit is dedicated to providing comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic services for individuals facing challenges in speech, language, voice, and swallowing. Our team of specialized speech-language pathologists and healthcare professionals works collaboratively to assess and manage disorders such as stuttering, articulation difficulties, language delays, voice abnormalities, and dysphagia. Services include individualized therapy plans, caregiver education, and integration of advanced technologies to support patient recovery and quality of life. The unit also offers specialized programs for pediatric and adult patients, ensuring age-appropriate interventions and holistic care. |  |
 Vision |
| 1. To be the leading ORL Department par excellence health provider in Saudi Arabia. |
| 2. To be a distinguished centers with high standard Otolaryngology Medical and Surgical practice worldwid |
 Mission |
| 1. To continually promote and force the diversity in higher education that produces qualified health practitioner from a friendly learning environment. |
| 2. To provide high quality Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery health care to Saudi Society. |
| 3. To explore different areas of research in our field that will produce significant contributions to the world. |
Head of Communication & Swallowing Disorder Unit  Prof. Tamer Mesallam |
| Unit Tasks |
| 1. The Speech and Swallowing Pathology Unit is dedicated to providing comprehensive diagnostic and treatment services for individuals with speech, language, voice, and swallowing challenges. |
| 2. Our team of professional speech and language therapists and healthcare professionals work together to assess and manage disorders such as stuttering, speech difficulties, language delays, voice disorders, and swallowing difficulties (dysphagia). |
| 3. Services include individualized treatment plans, caregiver education, and the use of advanced technologies to support patients’ recovery and improve their quality of life. |
| 4. The unit also offers specialized programs for children and adults to ensure age-appropriate interventions and comprehensive care. |
| Committees Unit |
| 1. Training and Development Committee |
| 2. Research Committee |
| 3. Clinics Affairs Committee |
| 4. Continuous Medical Education Committee |
| 5. Community Services Committee |
| 6. Patients Relations Committee |
| 7. Clinical Quality Committee |
| 8. Patients’ Eligibility Committee |
| 9. Weekly Scientific Activity Committee |
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| Contact information |
| Audiology and Speech Clinics |
| King Abdulaziz University Hospital Building 3 (Specialized Clinics Building) level 4 Tel: +966-11-4786100 Appointment front desk Ext. /35473532 |
| Ms. Doaa Hawsawi dalhawsawi@KSU.EDU.SA Tel: 4786100-11-966+ Ext: 3542 |
| Mr. Mohammed Aldhafher maldafeer@KSU.EDU.SA |
