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Who We Are

Focused FEES Training was founded  to help speech-language pathologists build the confidence and clinical competence needed to perform and interpret Flexible Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES). Through on-demand and hands-on, evidence-based instruction, we equip clinicians with the technical skills and clinical judgment to accurately assess and manage dysphagia so patients receive safe and effective swallowing care.

Our Core Values

Impact

We are driven by a commitment to improve dysphagia care, elevate SLP clinical practice, and positively impact patient outcomes.

Excellence

We pursue excellence in every FEES education offering, providing clinicians with the knowledge and technical expertise needed to provide exceptional dysphagia care.

Integrity

We lead with honesty, professionalism, and accountability, earning the trust of our learners, partners, and healthcare communities.

Meet the Founders

Jennifer and Selena founded Focused FEES Training with a mission of sharing their clinical expertise and passion for dysphagia care to help clinicians build the skills and confidence to deliver excellent, evidence-based swallowing care.

Jennifer Barnett, M.S., CCC-SLP

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Selena Reece, M.S., CCC-SLP, BCS-S

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ADDITIONAL FEES INSTRUCTORS

Elisabeth (Beth) Cormell, M.S., CCC-SLP

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Candice Devlin, M.S., CCC-SLP, BCS-S

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Lauryn Dorzback, M.A., CCC-SLP

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Vanessa Peregrim Lauf M.S., CCC-SLP, BCS-S

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Rory O’Bryan M.S., CCC-SLP, BCS-S

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Jennifer Barnett, M.S., CCC-SLP

Jennifer Barnett earned her Masters in Speech Language Pathology from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.  Jennifer began her career in skilled nursing and a long-term acute care hospital where she encountered the critical need for instrumental swallow exams in the post-acute population. With a goal to fill the gap, she transitioned to acute care and gained competency in FEES and later cofounded Mobile FEES, LLC, a mobile instrumental swallow study company serving the Midwest since 2012. Jennifer became a FEES course instructor for Carolina Speech Pathology in 2015, providing on demand and in person FEES training courses across the nation. She has also guest lectured on the topic of dysphagia and FEES at universities, state conventions, and dysphagia study groups. Outside of work, Jennifer enjoys vacationing with her husband and two kids, trying new restaurants, running, and attending KC Chiefs and Royals games.

Selena Reece, M.S., CCC-SLP, BCS-S

Selena Reece is a Board-Certified Specialist in Swallowing and Swallowing Disorders (BCS-S) with more than two decades of clinical experience in dysphagia management. She earned her Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Selena began her career in acute care, where she built a strong foundation in the assessment and treatment of complex, medically fragile patients. She later transitioned to mobile FEES, bringing bedside swallow evaluations directly to patients in the post-acute setting. Selena served as Director of Education for Carolina Speech Pathology for almost 16 years, where she built a successful FEES training program including advanced FEES interpretation content. She has presented on FEES and dysphagia topics at the state and national level and has also been involved with publications relating to dysphagia diagnostics. Selena currently works as a clinical supervisor in acute care at UNC Rex hospital. Outside of work, Selena enjoys spending time with family, attempting various crafts (poorly), traveling, reading, and music. 

Elisabeth (Beth) Cormell, M.S., CCC-SLP

Beth Cormell has been a Medical Speech-Language Pathologist for over 34 years . She is currently a clinical SLP at UNCRex Healthcare in Raleigh, NC. She initiated the FEES program at UNCRex in 1997 and since has completed thousands of FEES. Beth not only trains UNCRex SLPs on FEES, but has also been instrumental in training clinicians and implementing new FEES programs throughout the country and internationally. She has a passion for teaching and has taught FEES courses for more than 26 years. Beth has presented short courses on FEES implementation and application at NCSHLA’s Annual Convention and at the ASHA Convention. She was featured on the Swallow Your Pride podcast and has offered webinars on medical topics such as lab values and in depth medical chart reviewing. Beth has been deemed competent for supervision and training in FEES by a board certified Otolaryngologist. Outside of work, Beth is in constant planning mode for her next vacation. On a less hectic note, she loves reading and attempting to craft. Beth is married and has one son who is in the Air Force and currently stationed in Japan. 

Candice Devlin, M.S., CCC-SLP, BCS-S

Candice Devlin is a Senior Speech Pathologist and Board-Certified Specialist in Swallowing at Duke Regional Hospital in Durham, NC. Clinical interests include dysphagia in pulmonary critical care, tracheostomy and ventilator dependent patient populations, as well as neurogenic dysphagia. She established and continues to lead her hospital’s interdisciplinary tracheostomy team, and has been instrumental in developing and bringing Respiratory Muscle Training, In-Line Passy-Muir Valve, and IDDSI programs to Duke Regional Hospital. She has published, peer reviewed, presented, and been a podcast speaker on oxygen therapies, mechanical ventilation, and swallowing. In addition to clinical care, Candice spent years as a FEES course instructor with Carolina Speech Pathology and Patheous Health. Candice earned her Master’s in Communication Sciences and Disorders from East Carolina University in 2009. Outside of work, Candice leads an active life with her husband and two boys, traveling with friends, reading, and following as many bands on tour as possible.

Lauryn Dorzback, M.A., CCC-SLP

Lauryn Dorzback is currently the Owner and FEES Endoscopist at Commonwealth Swallowing Diagnostics, LLC based in the Greater Pittsburgh Region. She has completed thousands of FEES in the past 8 years providing mobile FEES services across Pennsylvania, Ohio, and West Virginia. Lauryn’s clinical experience also includes acute care, inpatient rehabilitation, and long-term acute care. She is an invited annual guest lecturer at multiple local university graduate programs, has presented at state association conferences, and created continuing education courses on the topics of dysphagia in neurogenic populations and professional issues in Medical Speech-Language Pathology. Lauryn graduated with her master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of Pittsburgh in 2014. Outside of work, Lauryn enjoys spending time with her partner and two perfect(ish) cats. She is an avid gardener, novice backpacker, and serial crafter. On the weekends you can find her at a local coffee shop, thrift store, or live music venue. 

Vanessa Peregrim Lauf M.S., CCC-SLP, BCS-S

Vanessa Peregrim Lauf is a speech-language pathologist with over 20 years of experience specializing in dysphagia management, FEES, and clinical education. She is the owner of Mid-Atlantic Dysphagia Consulting, where she provides consultation, FEES mentorship, and education for clinicians across the continuum of care. Vanessa spent 10 years in acute care at the University of Maryland Medical Center before joining Patheous Health (formerly Carolina Speech Pathology), where she served as a mobile FEES endoscopist, Northeast Clinical Manager, and Director of Education. She has presented nationally and regionally for ASHA, MSHA, and the Society for Simulation in Healthcare and has served as adjunct faculty at Loyola University Maryland. Vanessa is also an expert witness in dysphagia-related medical cases. She is passionate about empowering clinicians through practical, evidence-based education that enhances confidence, clinical decision-making, and patient care. Beyond her professional role, Vanessa enjoys reading, playing soccer, exercising, hiking, and traveling with her family. 

Rory O’Bryan M.S., CCC-SLP, BCS-S

Rory O’Bryan is a Senior Speech Pathologist and Board-Certified Specialist in Swallowing at Duke Regional Hospital in Durham, NC. Clinical interests include dysphagia in pulmonary critical care, tracheostomy and ventilator dependent patient populations, as well as neurogenic dysphagia. She established and continues to lead her hospital’s multi-disciplinary tracheostomy team and has been instrumental in developing and bringing Respiratory Muscle Training, In-Line Passy-Muir Valve, and IDDSI programs to Duke Regional Hospital. She has published, presented, and been a podcast speaker on oxygen therapies, mechanical ventilation, and swallowing. In addition to clinical care, Rory served as a FEES instructor for many years for Patheous Health and Carolina Speech Pathology. Rory earned her Master’s in Communication Sciences and Disorders from the University of North Carolina in 2010 and her Bachelor’s in Linguistics from the University of Michigan. Outside of work, Rory enjoys spending time with her husband and two kids, trying out a new brewery, exercising, and traveling with friends.