Joy E. Gaziano

Joy E. Gaziano is a medical speech pathologist and board-certified specialist in swallowing and swallowing disorders (BCS-S) through ASHA. She has served the USF Center for Swallowing Disorders for more than 30 years, focusing on the management of complex upper aerodigestive disorders. She has an active clinical practice, teaches graduate SLP students at USF, and mentors practicing clinicians seeking BCS-S certification. Joy’s research interests include assessing the efficacy of swallowing interventions and esophageal dysphagia. Joy has authored numerous publications, most recently as the only SLP author in The Esophagus (6th edition), the most comprehensive reference on evaluation and management of esophageal disorders.