Meg Brear

BHSc (SpPath), MPH, CPSP

Meg is a speech pathologist with special interest and expertise in neurological communication and swallowing disorders. She trained at Charles Sturt University and began her career at Austin Health in 2009 where she worked in neurological rehabilitation specialising in stroke and neurological disorders. She currently holds a senior clinical role at The Royal Melbourne Hospital.

Meg also completed a Master of Public Health at Monash university and has worked in neurosurgery research at The Royal Melbourne Hospital. She has particular interests in airway management, voice and swallowing disorders caused by trauma, stroke and brain tumours.

Meg enjoys teaching in the areas of swallowing and communication and is trained in videofluoroscopy and FEES for dysphagia management.

Meg joined us in May 2021 and we are delighted to have her as part of our team. She informs she was keen to work with VMA for the unique blend of individualised therapy bedded in physiology and strong evidence-base and the close working relationship with ENT, neurology and respiratory specialists. She has a person-centred approach to therapy and enjoys client coaching and supporting people to find their unique path to achieve their goals. She also has a particular interest in mindfulness-based stress reduction.  This has already proven valuable for many clients in helping navigate throat troubles, with competing and often influencing stressors, particularly during these challenging times.