Kathryn Brown

Kate Brown MA, CCC-SLP is a Speech Language Pathologist and Evidence Based Practice Coordinator for Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus, Oh. Kate has been in the field for over 20 years and specializes in evaluation and treatment with individuals who use AAC. Kate supports the department through both clinical care as a treating speech-language pathologist and project development and management as Evidence Based Practice Coordinator. Clinically, she treats pediatric patients ranging from 18 months to early adulthood. Much of her clinical time involves completing AAC trials, obtaining dedicated devices, educating caregivers and communication partners, and developing plans of care that support home and community participation. She has contributed to the field of AAC through presentations at state, national, and international conventions, co-authored publications in peer reviewed journals, and supported the hospital in the development and implementation of a local AAC conference.

ASHA Financial Disclosures:
Kate is a paid employee of Nationwide Children’s Hospital.

ASHA Non-financial Disclosures:
None.