Voice Disorders

Fifth Edition

Christine Sapienza, Bari Hoffman

Details: 540 pages, Full Color, Softcover, 7" x 10"

ISBN13: 978-1-63550-788-1

Release Date: 01/01/2026

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Print Book: $159.95
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A comprehensive and engaging textbook, Voice Disorders, Fifth Edition offers students and practicing clinicians a contemporary, evidence-based understanding of the anatomical, physiological, and neurological foundations of voice production and the wide spectrum of voice disorders. This textbook covers essential topics such as respiratory and laryngeal anatomy, vocal pathology, evaluation techniques, therapy approaches, phonosurgery techniques, and management of special populations including singers and individuals with head and neck cancer. With new chapters on laryngeal reflexes and the immune system’s impact on voice, as well as expanded coverage of gender-affirming voice care and the effects of pharmacology, this edition reflects the latest clinical research and practice.

This forward-looking text introduces significant updates and expansions that reflect the most current advancements in the field, ensuring students and clinicians have access to cutting-edge information on the evaluation and treatment of voice and upper airway disorders. Designed for graduate students in speech-language pathology and for clinicians seeking advanced training, this book bridges science and practice with clarity and depth. Richly illustrated with full-color anatomical drawings and clinical images, and supported by a robust companion website featuring digital laryngoscopic videos, surgical footage, case examples, and an interactive workbook, Voice Disorders equips readers to evaluate and manage voice disorders across the lifespan. Whether used in the classroom, clinic, or private practice, this authoritative text is an essential resource for anyone committed to excellence in voice care.

Sapienza and Hoffman’s Voice Disorders, Fifth Edition continues its enduring legacy as the leading textbook for courses in voice disorders and an invaluable clinical reference.

New to the Fifth Edition

A new section exploring emerging technologies in voice evaluation, including cutting-edge developments such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, and voice biomarker research, offering insights into the future of voice diagnostics and personalized care.
Updated protocols for voice evaluation featuring the most recent advancements in perceptual voice assessment, acoustic measurement tools, and information on the updated CAPE-Vr (Consensus Auditory-Perceptual Evaluation of Voice – revised).
Revised terminology and definitions that now reflect current consensus and clinical relevance, notably including updated terms such as inducible laryngeal obstruction (ILO), exercise-induced laryngeal obstruction (EILO), and cough hypersensitivity syndrome, ensuring clarity and alignment with evolving diagnostic frameworks.
A new dedicated chapter examining upper airway disorders associated with laryngeal reflexes.
An expanded discussion on the management of head and neck cancers, providing a more comprehensive overview of interdisciplinary strategies and clinical considerations with updated illustrations
An updated review of drug interactions, providing a comprehensive overview of pharmacologic considerations relevant to voice and airway disorders. This section highlights potential interactions that may influence treatment outcomes and vocal function, serving as a critical reference for informed clinical decision-making.
More than 100 new and updated references to support clinical decision-making and research integration.
New chapter-specific testing questions to aid in student comprehension and retention.

These comprehensive enhancements position the Fifth Edition as an essential and up-to-date resource for clinicians, educators, and students, setting a new standard for excellence in the field.

PluralPlus Online Ancillaries

For instructors: PowerPoint Slides, Test Bank, Videos, Audios, Case Studies
For students: Quizzes, eFlashcards, Videos, Audios, Activities/Exercises

Authors

Christine Sapienza

Christine Sapienza, PhD, CCC-SLP, serves as Provost of Jacksonville University. Previously, Dr. Sapienza was a longstanding tenured professor and chair of the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders at the University of Florida, as well as a research career scientist at the Brain Rehabilitation Research Center at the Malcom Randall Veterans Administration Hospital. As a principal investigator of National Institutes of Health grants, VA Research Rehabilitation Research and Development Awards, and a M.J. Fox Foundation grant, Dr. Sapienza has provided extensive mentoring to 16 doctoral students, all of whom have contributed back to academics and clinical service. She has built a strong national and international reputation for expertise in the design and implementation of larger scale randomized clinical trials examining treatments as well as the careful reporting of peer-reviewed outcomes from these studies. Dr. Sapienza methodically disseminates this information to the scientific community at large in the form of invited presentations, workshops, and clinical teaching platforms. Through writing, she works to integrate research findings in journal articles, textbooks, and clinical manuals. As a frequent contributor to patient support groups she aspires to assist patients and caregivers as they navigate available treatments and emerging science.

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Bari Hoffman

Bari Hoffman, PhD, CCC-SLP, is an Associate Dean in the College of Health Professions and Sciences, Professor in the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders, with a joint appointment in Internal Medicine within the College of Medicine at the University of Central Florida. Dr. Hoffman serves as Director of the Center for Voice Care and Swallowing Disorders at the Ear Nose Throat and Plastic Surgery Associates. She has worked clinically in this setting for more than 20 years treating individuals with voice and upper airway disorders specializing in pediatric, professional, and neurogenic populations, along with individuals undergoing treatment for head and neck cancer. Dr. Hoffman received her doctoral degree from the University of Florida in 2001. Her current research involves studying novel treatment technologies and biomechanical mechanisms for disorders of laryngeal function, while defining the high impact on quality of life factors. She implements 3-D computer modeling of upper and lower airway function, coping strategies of individuals with dysphonia, and respiratory muscle strength paradigms in a variety of patient groups. Dr. Hoffman has a significant record of peer-reviewed publications, authorship of two other textbooks: Cases in head and Neck Cancer: A Multidisciplinary Approach and Respiratory Muscle Training. She actively lectures across the country and internationally on these topics. In recognition of her contributions to teaching, research, and service, she has received numerous awards within her university, state, and national associations.

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