Ali Martinson
About Ali Martinson
Ali Martinson is a Speech Language Pathologist with extensive experience in pediatric care, currently working at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh since 2018. She specializes in treating children with complex communication needs and actively involves families in the therapeutic process.
Work at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
Ali Martinson has been employed as a Speech-Language Pathologist at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh since 2018. In this role, she focuses on providing speech and language therapy to pediatric patients. Martinson collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care, addressing the unique needs of each child. Her responsibilities include developing personalized therapy plans and actively involving families in the therapeutic process.
Education and Expertise
Ali Martinson holds a Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from Boston University, where she studied from 2013 to 2015. Prior to this, she earned a Bachelor's Degree in Biology with a Neuroscience Option from Pennsylvania State University-University Park, completing her studies from 2009 to 2013. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her expertise in treating children with complex communication needs.
Background in Pediatric Speech-Language Pathology
Before her current position, Ali Martinson gained valuable experience as a Speech Language Pathologist at Weisman Children's Rehabilitation Hospital from 2015 to 2018. She also completed multiple internships, including a role at Boston Children's Hospital in 2014 and another at Hosmer Elementary School in the same year. These experiences contributed to her skills in working with children with neurologic deficits and rare genetic disorders.
Involvement in Therapeutic Processes
In her practice, Ali Martinson emphasizes the importance of family involvement in the therapeutic process. She creates personalized home carryover programs that enable families to support their children's communication development outside of therapy sessions. This approach fosters a collaborative environment that enhances the effectiveness of treatment.
Specialization in Complex Communication Needs
Ali Martinson specializes in treating children with complex communication needs. Her expertise includes working with pediatric patients who have neurologic deficits and rare genetic disorders. This specialization allows her to address the unique challenges faced by these children and provide tailored therapy that meets their individual needs.