
IDDSI in Clinical Practice: Multidisciplinary Application for Patient Safety
Join us for an exclusive webinar on IDDSI in Clinical Practice, where healthcare experts share practical strategies for patient safety. Learn how to apply IDDSI across disciplines, gain actionable insights, and enhance your skills in managing nutrition and swallowing care. Don’t miss this chance to stay at the forefront of patient-centered care!
About Each Speaker

Sarah AlMalik
SLP Clinical Supervisor
SBAHC
Sarah AlMalik is a Speech-Language Pathologist with an MSc and 18+ years in dysphagia. She leads SLP services at Sultan Bin Abdulaziz Humanitarian City and co-leads the Saudi Arabia IDDSI Reference Group, advancing care standards across the GCC.

Samar AlSaad
Dysphagia Clinical Specialist
SBAHC
Samar AlSaad is a Speech-Language Pathologist and Dysphagia Specialist with 15+ years in complex swallowing disorders. She leads dysphagia services at Sultan Bin Abdulaziz Humanitarian City and co-leads the Saudi Arabia IDDSI Reference Group.

Norah AlSadhan
Dysphagia and Voice Disorder Department Chairperson
KFMC
Norah AlSadhan is a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist with 10+ years of experience. Chairperson, Dysphagia & Voice Disorders Dept., King Fahad Medical City. Master’s from Trinity College Dublin, Bachelor’s from King Saud University, and Council Secretary, Saudi Society of Speech Language Pathology & Audiology.

Fatimah AlSoqeah
Senior Clinical Dietitian / Team Leader
SBAHC
Fatimah AlSoqeah is a Senior Clinical Dietitian with 10 years’ experience in neurorehabilitation, pressure ulcers, and bariatric care. She leads IDDSI implementation at Prince Sultan Bin Abdulaziz Humanitarian City.

Niamah Condon
Founder of OCRAS
OCRAS
Niamah Condon is a culinary expert in dysphagia-friendly cuisine. Founder of Dysphagia Chef, Dining with Dignity Ltd., and OCRAS, training chefs to improve safety, dignity, and dining quality for those with swallowing disorders.
Webinar Agenda
Introduction to IDDSI & Patient Safety
Norah AlSadhan

9:00 AM – 9:30 AM
IDDSI Framework and Testing Methods
Samar AlSaad

9:30 AM – 10:15 AM
Break

10:15 AM – 10:30 AM
Interdisciplinary Roles in IDDSI: Swallowing Perspective
Samar AlSaad

10:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Interdisciplinary Roles in IDDSI: Dietitian Perspective
Fatimah AlSoqeah

11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
IDDSI Implementation and Practice
Sarah AlMalik

11:30 AM – 12:15 PM
Break

12:15 PM – 12:30 PM
Practical Techniques & Texture Control for Cooking IDDSI Foods in High-Volume Hospital Kitchens
Niamah Condon

12:30 PM – 1:15 PM
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