Airway First

Our guest today is Dr. Neel Bulchandani, a holistic chiropractor, bodyworker, movement teacher, podcaster, and philosopher. He utilizes systems thinking in a field he developed called Integrative Airway & Feeding Chiropractic. He graduated from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 2008. He created the Airway Map – a new way of understanding the body’s maladapted patterns from tongue ties, narrow palates, and jaw issues – and from that understanding, he specializes in helping babies, children, and adults heal. He coordinates care with other experts in the airway field, and he has developed protocols for helping optimize outcomes with tongue tie, palate, and jaw surgeries. He guides patients and practitioners virtually in this work, and he also sees patients in California in Santa Barbara, and Los Angeles.You can find out more about Dr. Neel at neelbulchandani.com.Show Notes:Electromagnetic HypersensitivityDr. Ben Greenfield (Biohacking)Violet Light Therapy

Our guest today is Dr. David McIntosh, a Pediatric ENT Specialist with a particular interest in airway obstruction, facial and dental development, and its relationship to ENT airway problems, and middle ear disease. He is also passionate about Indigenous Health. He has undertaken advanced surgical training in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery and Pediatric training at Starship Children’s Hospital in Auckland, New Zealand.Dr. McIntosh has been published in peer-reviewed ENT Journals worldwide, has presented on ENT topics throughout Australia and overseas, and is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons. During his career, Dr. McIntosh has held memberships with the Australian and New Zealand Society of Pediatric Otolaryngology, the Australasian Rhinological Society, and the Australasian Sleep Association.He is also the author of “Snored to Death: Are You Dying in Your Sleep?”, "A Parent's Guide to Sleep Disordered Breathing," and "Mental Health: Exploring How Problems of the Ear, Nose, and TYhroat May Affect Your Mental Health." You can find out more about Dr. McIntosh at https://entspecialists.com.au/. Show Notes:Airway obstruction and brain dysfunction in children - CAFF Blog Facebook for Dr. McIntoshStudy of Sleep Apnea and Motor Vehicle Crashes - NCBI Article

Our guest today is Dr. David McIntosh, a Pediatric ENT Specialist with a particular interest in airway obstruction, facial and dental development, and its relationship to ENT airway problems, and middle ear disease. He is also passionate about Indigenous Health. He has undertaken advanced surgical training in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery and Pediatric training at Starship Children’s Hospital in Auckland, New Zealand.Dr. McIntosh has been published in peer-reviewed ENT Journals worldwide, has presented on ENT topics throughout Australia and overseas, and is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons. During his career, Dr. McIntosh has held memberships with the Australian and New Zealand Society of Pediatric Otolaryngology, the Australasian Rhinological Society, and the Australasian Sleep Association.He is also the author of “Snored to Death: Are You Dying in Your Sleep?”, "A Parent's Guide to Sleep Disordered Breathing," and "Mental Health: Exploring How Problems of the Ear, Nose, and TYhroat May Affect Your Mental Health." You can find out more about Dr. McIntosh at https://entspecialists.com.au/. Show Notes:Airway obstruction and brain dysfunction in children - CAFF Blog Facebook for Dr. McIntosh"Snored to Death: Are You Dying in Your Sleep?" by Dr. Dravid McIntosh

Our guest today is Claire Duque, a Myofunctional Therapist & Occupational Therapist. Before being trained in myofunctional therapy, Claire served the adult population as an occupational therapist. Having a child with airway issues ignited her passion for this space and her desire to help kids and their futures.Claire believes that sleep and breathing are the cornerstones of health for a child. Claire is particularly passionate about early intervention and the role orofacial dysfunction plays in a child's behavior, sensory system, health, immunity, allergies, and cognitive development. Treatment includes comprehensive assessment and evaluation, muscle training and exercises, and retraining in breathing, nasal breathing, tongue posture, and tongue thrust.You can read Claire’s full story in her own words in a guest blog she did with CAFF here: Link to Claire's Blog Post.Show Notes:Claire Duque on InstagramClaire's Blog Post on Her Son's Airway Journey

My guest today is Mallory Roberts--- a Speech Pathologist trained in craniosacral therapy, myo-functional therapy, and infant massage. She is particularly interested in infant reflux, infant oral development, and bottle feeding. Through her professional work and due to the lack of support during her own babies’ feeding journeys, she created The Feeding Mom. Here, she empowers parents through their feeding journeys locally and worldwide. Her philosophy is that every parent deserves to love feeding their baby. You can learn more about Mallory at thefeedingmom.com.Show Notes:Mallory RobertsThe Feeding Mom on InstagramInfant into Toddlerhood Oral Play Guide, from The Feeding MomCraniosacral and Movement Techniques for Parents, from The Feeding MomFeeding Support Guide, from The Feeding MomDr. Steven Hall

My guest today is Jordan Rusk, BS, RPSGT, CCSH. As the Program Director at Lone Star College-Kingwood and an RPSGT, her work revolves around advancing healthcare education in sleep medicine and providing career opportunities for individuals with a passion for healthcare and helping others. At Texas Children's Hospital, Jordan's role as a Sleep Educator involved formulating a comprehensive training program to enhance the onboarding experience for sleep lab staff. This initiative underlines her commitment to medical education and the utilization of my expertise in both adult and pediatric sleep medicine to contribute to the betterment of our healthcare system.You can learn more about Jordan via her LinkedIn profile here.Show Notes:Jordan Rusk, BS, RPSGT, CCSHSleep Education ConsortiumTexas Society of Sleep Professionals

My guest today is Dmitry Spektor, RPSGT, CCSH. Dmitry is a registered sleep technologist with over 20 years of experience in all aspects of sleep disorder medicine, sleep research, and clinical trials.He is the Sleep Lab Operations Manager for Pediatric Sleep Specialists in Texas (offices available in Texas and Colorado). Previously, he was the Lead Sleep Technologist for Memorial Hermann Hospital and Children's Hospital Los Angeles.You can learn more about Dmitry via his LinkedIn profile here.Show NotesDmitry Spektor, RPSGT, CCSHPediatric Sleep SpecialistsTexas Society of Sleep Professionals

My guest today is Jatin Tekchandani, recently elected Vice President of the Texas Society of Sleep Professionals, who is a multifaceted expert in sleep medicine and data analytics. With a diverse background spanning polysomnography, engineering, and leadership roles, his career encompasses diagnosis, therapy development, and cutting-edge research.Starting as a night technologist, Jatin worked his way up through hands-on experience, earning prestigious credentials from the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists, the American Board of Registration of Electroencephalographic Technologists, the American Board of Sleep Medicine, and the Computing Technology Industry Association. He also holds a Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Houston. Jatin's passion lies in empowering sleep technologists with the clinical and technical strategies needed to excel in diagnosing and treating patients using the latest technologies. As a researcher and trainer, he is at the forefront of advancing sleep medicine through data-driven insights and innovative approaches. With his unique blend of technical expertise, leadership acumen, and commitment to professional development, Jatin is a driving force in shaping the future of sleep technology and fostering excellence in the field.You can learn more about JT and the Texas Society of Sleep Professionals at txssp.org.Show NotesJatin Tekchandani, MSBME, R. EEG T., RPSGTTexas Society of Sleep Professionals

My guest today is mom of three, Jenny Gay. Jenny and her family have been on an airway journey that includes all three of her sons and herself.In this episode, Jenny shares her ups and downs, tips, and many of the resources she has found along the way. She hopes this information will help other parents in their own airway journeys with their children.Show NotesDr. George Rivera, DDS: WebsiteCAFF Facebook Group: The Airway HuddleCAFF Recommended Reading ListMyofunctional Therapist: Kristen MillerVivos GuideIBLCE

Show Notes:Throughout the episode, Dr. Mitchell mentions several resources that may be useful for both parents and medical professionals. This blog post is dedicated on providing all of that supporting material:TherePlay LA - Dr. Marielly Mitchell's websiteMyoMuncheeBreath: The New Science of a Lost Art, by James NestorALF Appliance/OrthodonticsThe Airway Huddle - CAFF Parent's Facebook Support GroupAirway CircleThe Ultimate Guide to Creating Your Child's Care Team