Julie Stierwalt, M.D., is a leading consultant in the Division of Speech Pathology within the Department of Neurology at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester. With an outstanding track record in the diagnosis and treatment of Speech, Language, Cognitive and Swallowing Disorders, she has set a standard of excellence in her field. Her clinical focus has been on optimizing communication for people with both acute and progressive conditions. 

She has also been recognized internationally for her research and contributions in areas such as Aphasia, Frontotemporal Dementia, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) and Functional Speech Disorders. In fact, her publications in high impact scientific journals have provided valuable insights into the treatment and diagnosis of these disorders, significantly influencing clinical practice and health policy. In addition, her interest in telepractice has been crucial in expanding access to Speech Pathology services, especially in times of pandemic. 

She has also been the recipient of numerous awards and honors throughout her career, including the Leadership Award from the College of Communication and Information at Florida State University, as well as her appointment as a Fellow of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). In this way, with her unwavering commitment to improving the communication and quality of life of her patients, Dr. Julie Stierwalt has become a key figure in the field of Speech Pathology, as well as an international reference in the treatment of Speech, Language and Swallowing Disorders. In this regard, her work continues to inspire healthcare professionals and benefit countless patients around the world. 

• Consultant for the Division of Speech Pathology, Department of Neurology, Mayo Clinic, United States
• Speech-Language Pathologist at the Mayo Clinic 
• Specialist in Neurological Disorders of Communication
• PhD in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of Iowa
• Mater's Degree in Speech Pathology, University of Northern Iowa 
• B.S. in Speech Pathology, University of Northern Iowa 
• Member of: 
  
  • Alternative and Augmentative Communication Task Force (Division of Speech Pathology) 
  • Cognitive Evaluation Committee (Division of Speech Pathology) 
  • Dysphagia Research Society 
  • American Speech-Language-Hearing Association