Feb 23, 2018
Elyse Matson
Speech Therapy in Healthcare: What do we do and what types of patients do we treat?

Rehab Bio 
Elyse Matson (Speech Pathologist) 

Education/Certifications 
B.A. in Communication Disorders, San Diego State University 1987
M.A. in Communication Disorders, San Diego State University 1989 Certified in the use of Vital 
Stim, LSVT, and Myofascial Release 

Where you grew up?
 I am a native San Diegan

Languages
I am only fluent in English, but can get by in Spanish and my colleagues here at Carmel Mountain have taught me some Tagalog too!!

Why did you choose speech therapy?
I chose the field of speech therapy for a variety of reasons: I wanted to help others, I loved older people and helping others communicate is amazing.

What is your proudest moment as a speech therapist?
I have a great career spanning over 25 years. One of my proudest moments was placing a speaking valve on a patient and watching him speak to his family for the first time in 6 months!!

What is something we do not know about you?
You may not know that I love technology and often try to use it in my therapy. I love thinking about how the latest gadgets might help my patients communicate better!

How do you spend your leisurely time?
I love to spend time with my husband, son and friends. I am a member of Team Challenge. We train for triathlons while raising money for the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America.