Chloe Teodoridis Clarke
Chicago
Summary
Speech-Language Pathology graduate student with a strong passion for voice disorders and hands-on experience in swallowing, head and neck cancer, acute care, and NICU settings. Patient-centered, and committed to continuous learning and growth. growth. Dedicated to collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to provide thoughtful, evidence-based care throughout the Clinical Fellowship year.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Otolaryngology Voice Clinic
Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Supervisors: Jonelyn Langenstein and Emma Laurash
09.2025 - 12.2025
- Collaborated in an interdisciplinary joint clinic to support comprehensive patient care.
- Evaluate and treat voice disorders, including but not limited to the following patient populations: benign mucosal lesions, MTD, peri-operative rehabilitation, chronic cough, PVFM/ILO, neurogenic voice, vocal fold atrophy, gender affirming voice therapy, head and neck cancer, and care of professional voice users using
- Gained hands-on experience in laryngeal imaging, independently performing (19/25) laryngoscopy and stroboscopy passes via nasal insertion
- Administer and interpret Modified Barium Swallow Studies by way of MBSImp protocol
Acute Care Unit
Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Supervisor: Hailey Staunton
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Conducted bedside swallow evaluations, and delivered therapy in an acute care setting.
- Assisted with instrumental swallowing assessments, including FEES and VFSS feeding protocols.
- Administered and interpreted Modified Barium Swallow Studies by way of the MBSImp protocol.
Graduate Student Clinician
Northwestern University (NUCASLL) Clinic
Evanston
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Led therapy sessions with pediatric clients, including those using Gestalt Language Processing and AAC devices.
- Gained specialized experience at the Center for Autism North Shore (CANS).
- Provided treatment for a pediatric client with expressive/receptive language disorder and Gestalt Language Processing.
- Led therapy sessions with an adult client diagnosed with expressive/receptive language disorder.
- Participated in an Adult ASD Social Group to support communication skills development for autistic individuals.
Clinical Observations
Self-Initiated Clinical Observations
09.2024 - Current
- Northwestern Memorial Hospital: Les Turner ALS Center
- Northwestern Memorial Hospital: Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICUs)
- Northwestern Memorial Hospital: Oropharyngeal Cancer Speech Language Pathology Intervention
- Northwestern Memorial Hospital: Laryngology O.R. Procedures
- Northwestern University (NUCASLL) Clinic: Pediatric LSVT intervention sessions
- Lakeshore ENT (St. Clair Shores, Michigan): Interdisciplinary observations
Education
Master of Science - Speech, Language, and Learning
Northwestern University
Evanston, IL05.2026
Bachelor of Science - Communicative Sciences and Disorders
Michigan State University - Honors College
East Lansing, MI05.2024
Skills
- Voice Foundation - Chicago Chapter (2025)
- LSVT LOUD for KIDS Training & Certification (2025)
- SPEAK OUT! Certification (2025)
- Modified Barium Swallow Impairment Profile “MBSImP” (2025)
- HIPPA Certified (2025)
- National Student Speech Language Hearing Association (NSSLHA) Member (2023-Present)
- CPR Certified (2024)
- CITI Training (2024)
Musical Experience
- Basic proficiency in piano, including sight-reading and playing chords.
- J-Ro School of Music, Troy, Michigan, Assistant Voice Instructor (2019-2022)
- Michigan State University Sutton Foster Ovation Awards: Awarded Third Rank (2018)
- Singer-songwriter with experience performing at gigs, coffee shops, and regional festivals throughout the Metro Detroit area (2016–2020)
Additional Graduate Research and Volunteering
- Direct Testosterone Voice Study (Co-Author & Data Analyst) (Spring-Summer 2025)
- Laryngeal Imaging Lead Volunteer at Northwestern University (Summer 2025)
- Music Theater/MFA Voice and Hearing Screening (Spring 2025 & Summer 2025)
- Northwestern Memorial Hospital Presentations: Subglottic Stenosis Beyond Surgery (Fall 2025)
- Educating on hearing loss impacts and aural rehabilitation benefits for the Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA)
Coursework and Continuing Education
Pediatric Dysphagia (2026):
- Evaluating infant feeding, including suck-swallow-breathe coordination and oral-motor function.
Advanced Voice (2025):
- Completed advanced assessment and treatment of voice disorders.
Medical Speech-Language Pathology (2025):
- Examined communication and swallowing disorders within acute, subacute, and SNF settings.
Swallow Pathology and Physiology (2025):
- Studied the pathology and physiology of normal and disordered swallowing.
Resident Didactic Stroboscopy Rounds (2025):
- Attended resident didactic stroboscopy rounds, gaining exposure to detailed vocal fold imaging and analysis.
Otolaryngology Resident Didactics (2025):
- Attended otolaryngology resident didactics to deepen understanding of ENT disorders and multidisciplinary care.
Timeline
Otolaryngology Voice Clinic
Northwestern Memorial Hospital
09.2025 - 12.2025
Acute Care Unit
Northwestern Memorial Hospital
06.2025 - 08.2025
Graduate Student Clinician
Northwestern University (NUCASLL) Clinic
09.2024 - 05.2025
Clinical Observations
Self-Initiated Clinical Observations
09.2024 - Current
Master of Science - Speech, Language, and Learning
Northwestern University
Bachelor of Science - Communicative Sciences and Disorders
Michigan State University - Honors College