Deborah Jean Simkins M.A. CCC-SLP/ECSE
Speech-Language Pathologist
16100 ROSEWOOD ST STILWELL KS, 66085About
Dr. Deborah Simkins is a speech language pathologist practicing in STILWELL, KS. Dr. Simkins specializes in speech, language and swallowing disorders in patients. As a speech language pathologist, Dr. Simkins evaluates, diagnoses and treats patients with communication and swallowing troubles. These conditions may be due to developmental delay, brain injury, hearing loss, autism, stroke or other diseases and injuries. Dr. Simkins helps patients make sounds and improve their voices through various methods. Speech language pathologists also work with patients to strengthen muscles used to speak and swallow, and work with individuals and families to help cope with their conditions.
Provider Details
Deborah Jean Simkins M.A. CCC-SLP/ECSE's Practice location
Deborah Jean Simkins M.A. CCC-SLP/ECSE's reviews
Write ReviewRecommended Articles
- What is Fetal Alcohol Syndrome?
Fetal alcohol syndrome refers to the birth defects that result from exposure to alcohol during pregnancy. Excessive consumption of alcohol during pregnancy may result in the child developing physical deformities, mental conditions, behavioral issues, and learning disorders. The symptoms of fetal...
- 5 Possible Causes of Multiple Sclerosis
MS is the result of an abnormal response of the body’s immune system. This response results in an attack on the central nervous system - the brain, spinal cord, and optic nerve. The immune system attacks the protective coating around the nerve fibers - myelin - creating scar tissue on and around...
- Is Multiple Sclerosis Genetic?
Multiple Sclerosis is a complex disease that can be caused by several factors; genetic structure is one of them. Several genes are thought to play a role in the development of MS. If any of a close relative, such as a sibling or a parent, has this disease, your chance of developing MS is slightly...
- Which Specialists Can Treat ADHD?
People suffering from attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) encounter several challenges including social, academic or professional difficulties. These issues make it important for ADHD patients to receive definitive treatments that work for them. ADHD is also very common among children....
- What Is Lou Gehrig's Disease?
IntroductionLou Gehrig's disease is a neurodegenerative disorder that affects the brain and spinal cord. It is also called as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis or ALS. It is a progressive disorder that leads to the loss of voluntary muscle control in the body. This disorder often affects the...
- The History of Muscular Dystrophy
What is muscular dystrophy?Muscular dystrophy is an inherited disorder, which is often characterized by a progressive type of muscular degeneration and weakness. There are several types of muscular dystrophy, wherein each type eventually leads to an increased disability, strength loss, and potential...
Nearby Providers
- Mrs. Minda Conyers M.S., CCC-SLP6700 ANTIOCH RD MERRIAM KS 66204
- Andrea Onnen SLP10000 W. 75TH STREET SHAWNEE MISSION KS 66204
- Athena Siu M.S., CCC-SLP9100 W 74TH ST MERRIAM KS 66204
- Mrs. Erin G Tompkins M.A., CCC-SLP9201 E BANNISTER RD KANSAS CITY MO 64134
- Nathaniel Fuji Sato10000 W 75TH ST MERRIAM KS 66204
- Mrs. Christina Rena Mckee M A CCC SLP5520 COLLEGE BLVD. OVERLAND PARK KS 66211