Libby Dart

Dr. Libby Dart is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Speech-Language Pathology at Midwestern University's College of Health Sciences-Downers Grove. Her research focuses on long-term academic and rehabilitation outcomes for children with brain injury, emphasizing social communication, family functioning, and sociodemographic disparities. Clinically, she specializes in pediatric speech-language pathology across school and outpatient settings.

Education:

• Ph.D., Speech-Language Pathology, Case Western Reserve University (2023)
• M.A., Speech-Language Pathology, Case Western Reserve University (2021)
• B.A. & B.S., Dual Degrees, Miami University (2018)

Research Interests: Dr. Dart investigates social communication deficits post-TBI, family-centered care models, and disparities in neurorehabilitation access. Her work bridges clinical practice and evidence-based interventions to improve long-term outcomes for children with brain injuries.

Teaching: She instructs courses such as Language Disorders in Early Childhood and Cultural and Linguistic Diversity in Communication Disorders, emphasizing culturally responsive pedagogy and evidence-based practices.

Publications: Her recent work includes studies on health-related social needs screening, family functioning's impact on child participation post-TBI, and systematic reviews of speech-language pathology assessments and treatments for school-age TBI patients. These studies highlight interdisciplinary approaches and the need for tailored support programs.