Speech-language therapy in Whanganui
Speech-language therapists are trained healthcare providers who work with people who have communication or swallowing disorders. We also work with the person's whānau (family) to overcome the problems.
Contact us
To contact the Speech-Language Therapy Department at Whanganui Hospital:
- Phone: 06 348 3465
Where to find us
- Te Kokako
- Level 4 Ward and Administrator Block
- 100 Heads Road
- Whanganui
8am to 4:30pm, Monday to Friday.
Whanganui Hospital map
Services we provide
Speech-language therapy involves the diagnosis, treatment, and management of speech, language, and swallowing problems.
We often see people with:
- eating, swallowing or communication problems due to stroke, cancer, head injury or progressive neurological disorders (such as Parkinson's disease, motor neurone disease, multiple sclerosis)
- paediatric (child) feeding disorders
- voice disorders.
Our services include:
- assessment, management and treatment of communication and swallowing disorders
appropriate communication with and referral to other healthcare professionals - advocacy and support
- education and advice to patients, whānau, hospital staff and community services
- help in selecting alternative communication systems.
Referral information
You can be referred to Speech-language therapy services by your healthcare provider or other health professional involved in your care.