Cynthia KIK (EL)
Chargé de Cours - Vacataire - MRes
Higher Institute of Speech and Language Therapy (ISO)()
(+961) 1 421 000 ext 3799576 cynthia.kik1@usj.edu.lb
I am a certified speech therapist since 2007, with 17 years of experience in rehabilitation for children adolescents in private practice. In 2012, I also obtained a research master’s degree, which allowed me to deepen my knowledge and enhance my practice. Since 2011, I have been actively involved in training future speech therapists by supervising their thesis work and teaching specialized courses on dysfunctional swallowing. My career also includes neonatal training in France, along with regular participation in continuing education programs to refine my skills and stay at the forefront of advancements in speech therapy.
+ Degrees
• Master of research
• bachelor
+ Teaching experience at USJ
As part of my academic career at Saint Joseph University, I have taught courses on: - **Dysfunctional Swallowing** - An exploration of swallowing disorders, their causes, manifestations, therapeutic approaches. - **Orofacial Dysfunctions** - A study of orofacial dysfunctions and their impact on communication and swallowing. Additionally, I actively supervised students in writing their research papers, guiding them in developing their projects and providing support throughout their academic journey.
+ Professionnal experience outside USJ
+ Expertise field
Medecine and Health
+ Research topics
My research revolves around several key themes in speech therapy, particularly the development of written language in children, with a specific focus on memory, as well as the rehabilitation of swallowing disorders. I am also interested in early intervention strategies in neonatology. These efforts aim to enhance clinical practices promote individualized and tailored care for patients.
+ Publications and communications
El Kik, C. (2007). Intervention orthophonique en néonatologie, travail en partenariat (Mémoire de diplôme d’orthophonie). Université Saint-Joseph, Faculté de Médecine, Institut Supérieur d’Orthophonie, Beyrouth. El Kik, C., & Rizk Mokhbat, J.(2012). *Liens entre le lexique, la fluence verbale et la mémoire de travail chez les enfants libanais âgés entre 6 et 8 ans* (Mémoire de master de recherche). Université Saint-Joseph, Faculté de Médecine, Institut Supérieur d’Orthophonie, Beyrouth.
+ Awards and recognition
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+ Resourcing
Afin de maintenir un équilibre entre vie professionnelle et personnelle, je m’investis régulièrement dans des activités de bien-être, notamment par la pratique du sport, qui m’aide à réduire le stress et à préserver mon énergie. La formation continue et les ateliers professionnels occupent également une place importante dans mon parcours, car ils me permettent d’enrichir mes compétences et de rester informée des avancées dans le domaine de l’orthophonie. J’apprécie particulièrement les échanges professionnels avec mes pairs, qui apportent de nouvelles perspectives et favorisent un apprentissage collaboratif. Enfin, la lecture, tant professionnelle que personnelle, nourrit mon esprit et m’inspire au quotidien.