In India, Speech Language Pathologists (SLPs) generally work with ENT surgeons and use a variety of treatment approaches, service delivery methods, feedback modes, and outcome measures in clinical practice while dealing with voice disorders. The practice preferences of the SLPs are based on theoretical and practical exposure during their graduate course, guidance from professional bodies, evidence-based practices, etc. The facilities in the work setting also determine the practice style of the SLP. This study reports information on demographics of the SLPs, nature of patients served, intervention methods, and evidence-based practices followed by the SLPs via an E-survey. Analysis of the survey from 55 SLPs in India, who work in the area of voice revealed that most SLPs had postgraduate (67.27%; n = 37) and doctorate degree (23.63%; n = 13) and worked in medical-related settings (81.81%; n = 45). Therapeutic approaches were practiced as stated in literature by 43.64% (n = 24) of SLPs. Although 56.36% (n = 31) of SLPs modified therapeutic approaches based on the client's needs (75%), literacy (16.66%) and cultural variations (8.33%). Attending Continuing Education Programs and training workshops were required to practice voice. Voice therapy methods (protocols) used by the SLPs were not uniform across India. The development of an indigenous protocol/method for voice therapy is the need of the hour.
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