Take control of your swallowing wellness. Complete our free virtual swallow screening.

Worried about your swallowing? You’re not alone! Whether you’ve been diagnosed with a swallowing disorder (dysphagia) or want to learn more about your symptoms, start with the free swallow screening below. Answer 10 simple questions in about 2 minutes to get a snapshot of your swallowing health and the option to immediately consult with one of our swallowing specialists.

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If your EAT-10 swallow screening total score is 3 or higher, you may have problems swallowing safely. We recommend discussing the results with a specialist and your physician.

Book a consult with one of our swallowing specialists. We will review your symptoms, determine need for further testing, and outline personalized next steps to help manage your concerns. We welcome patients and caregivers.

 Frequently Asked Questions

  • The EAT-10 (Eating Assessment Tool) is a validated self-administered questionnaire to assess symptoms of a swallowing problem. A score of 3 or higher indicates potential swallowing problems that should be further evaluated by a healthcare provider.

  • Anyone who’s concerned about their swallowing, noticed coughing or choking with food or drinks, have had any trouble getting their food down, pain with swallowing, trouble with pills, or unexplained weight loss, and caregivers who are concerned about a loved one with swallowing difficulties.

  • You answer 10 questions, each scored from 0 (no problem) to 4 (severe problem). Your total score appears at the end.

    • A score of 0–2 = Lower likelihood of a significant swallowing problem. If symptoms persist or worry you, consider a preventive consult.

    • A score of 3 or higher suggests a possible swallowing problem. We recommend booking a professional evaluation with a specialist speech-language pathologist (SLP) and sharing results with your physician.

  • No. The EAT-10 screening tool flags risk of a swallowing problem. Only a specialist can diagnose a swallowing disorder after a full evaluation.

  • Yes. You can repeat it to monitor changes over time or after treatment.

  • Yes. Caregivers may complete it based on what they observe and what the person reports.

  • If your EAT-10 is 3 or higher — or you’re worried about your swallowing — book a consult with a speech-language pathologist (SLP) who specializes in swallowing. We offer immediate virtual consults if you would like to see one of our swallowing specialists. Book a consult with our team.