Stefanie Blanco

Stefanie Blanco, SLP.D., CCC-SLP, TSSLD, ATP, serves as Associate Professor and Director of Clinical Education for the Speech-Language Pathology program within the School of Health Sciences and Practice at New York Medical College. She holds New York State licensure and the Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).

Her academic credentials include:

• Doctor of Speech-Language Pathology (SLP.D.) from Nova Southeastern University
• Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology from New York Medical College
• Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Social Work from Marist College

Dr. Blanco specializes in motor speech disorders and Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) systems for individuals with complex communication needs. As a RESNA-certified Assistive Technology Professional (ATP), she integrates advanced therapeutic methodologies including LAMP, NDT, PROMPT, and Cognitive Rehabilitation. Her clinical expertise spans pediatric dysphagia, feeding disorders, and evidence-based interventions across hospital, school, and private practice settings.

Her research focuses on innovative clinical training approaches, particularly examining how distance coaching enhances speech-language pathologists' implementation of evidence-based AAC strategies. This work reflects her commitment to advancing telepractice methodologies and improving clinical outcomes through technology-assisted professional development.

No scientific awards were documented in the provided materials.

In her clinical leadership role, Dr. Blanco oversees all practicum experiences for the Speech-Language Pathology program while directing program development, staff training, and assistive technology implementation. With over a decade as lead SLP at a pediatric specialty hospital, she has established comprehensive systems for serving medically complex patients across the lifespan.