Maimuna Akter Mukta – Speech-Language Therapist & Audiologist | Adult Speech & Language Therapy
Maimuna Akter Mukta – Speech-Language Therapist & Audiologist
Maimuna Akter Mukta is a Speech-Language Therapist and Audiologist and a member of the Speech and Language Therapy Department at Aqidah Health Care Ltd. She specialises in working with adults experiencing communication and swallowing difficulties associated with stroke, acquired brain injury, dementia, and Parkinson’s disease.
Her clinical practice focuses on providing high-quality, person-centred speech and language therapy tailored to the individual needs of people in Bangladesh.
Education and Professional Qualifications
Maimuna Akter Mukta obtained her professional qualifications from the Proyash Institute of Special Education & Research.
She is currently advancing her professional expertise through a master’s degree in Speech-Language Therapy and Audiology.
Her ongoing postgraduate education reflects her commitment to continuously developing her clinical knowledge and expertise in speech-language therapy and audiology.
Areas of Clinical Expertise
Maimuna Akter Mukta's clinical practice focuses primarily on adult communication and swallowing difficulties associated with neurological and neurodegenerative conditions.
Her key clinical areas include:
Communication difficulties following stroke Swallowing difficulties associated with stroke Communication difficulties following acquired brain injury Swallowing difficulties associated with acquired brain injury Communication difficulties associated with dementia Swallowing difficulties associated with dementia Communication difficulties associated with Parkinson’s disease Swallowing difficulties associated with Parkinson’s disease Adult Speech and Language Therapy
Adult Speech and Language Therapy
Maimuna has a particular professional focus on adult speech and language disorders. Her clinical work supports adults experiencing communication difficulties related to neurological and neurodegenerative conditions.
Her approach is centred on understanding the individual's specific communication needs and providing therapy that is tailored to the person rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all approach.
Communication Difficulties After Stroke
Stroke can affect communication and swallowing abilities, and Maimuna's clinical focus includes supporting adults experiencing these difficulties following stroke.
Her work within adult speech and language therapy is focused on providing individualised, person-centred intervention according to the needs of each individual.
Communication and Swallowing Difficulties Following Acquired Brain Injury
Maimuna specialises in working with adults experiencing communication and swallowing difficulties associated with acquired brain injury.
Her clinical practice focuses on providing therapy that is tailored to the individual's needs and circumstances.
Dementia-Related Communication Difficulties
Maimuna also works with adults experiencing communication and swallowing difficulties associated with dementia.
Her person-centred approach focuses on providing appropriate therapy based on the individual's communication needs and supporting access to quality speech and language services.
Parkinson’s Disease and Communication Difficulties
Another area of her clinical focus is supporting adults experiencing communication and swallowing difficulties associated with Parkinson’s disease.
Her work forms part of her broader focus on adult speech and language therapy for individuals experiencing communication difficulties related to neurological and neurodegenerative conditions.
Clinical Experience and Professional Placements
Maimuna Akter Mukta has developed her clinical experience through internships and professional placements at several institutions, including:
CMH Dhaka Proyash Institute of Special Education & Research NIENT BSMMU
These clinical and professional placements have contributed to the development of her clinical knowledge and professional experience.
Conferences, Workshops and Professional Development
Maimuna has participated in national and international conferences, workshops and professional development programs.
These experiences have contributed significantly to her ongoing clinical knowledge, professional development and understanding of contemporary approaches within her field.
Expanding Access to Speech and Language Therapy
Alongside her clinical and professional development, Maimuna has provided speech and language therapy through an online platform supporting individuals from financially disadvantaged backgrounds.
This work has contributed to improving access to essential communication services for people who may otherwise face barriers to receiving speech and language therapy.
Adult Speech and Language Disorders Masterclasses
Maimuna has recently initiated masterclasses on adult speech and language disorders.
The masterclasses aim to share evidence-based knowledge, clinical skills, and contemporary assessment and intervention approaches with students and professionals.
This reflects her interest in professional education and knowledge sharing within the field of adult speech and language therapy.
Person-Centred Approach to Therapy
Maimuna's clinical practice focuses on providing person-centred therapy that is tailored to the individual needs of each person.
Her approach places emphasis on delivering high-quality speech and language therapy that considers the specific communication and swallowing difficulties experienced by each individual.
Evidence-Based Clinical Practice
Maimuna is committed to ensuring that the services she provides are aligned with current international research and best clinical practices.
Her commitment to evidence-based practice is also reflected in her professional goal of continuously developing her knowledge and clinical expertise while contributing to accessible and evidence-based speech and language therapy services.
Professional Vision
Maimuna's professional goal is to continuously develop her knowledge and clinical expertise while contributing to the advancement of accessible, evidence-based speech and language therapy services across Bangladesh.
Her commitment to professional development, evidence-based practice and accessible care reflects her broader aim of supporting improved speech and language therapy services for people throughout the country.
Who Can Seek Speech and Language Therapy Support?
Based on her stated areas of clinical practice, Maimuna Akter Mukta specialises in supporting adults experiencing communication and swallowing difficulties associated with:
Stroke Acquired brain injury Dementia Parkinson’s disease
She provides person-centred speech and language therapy tailored to individual communication and swallowing needs.
Consultation
Maimuna Akter Mukta is a Speech-Language Therapist and Audiologist and a member of the Speech and Language Therapy Department at Aqidah Health Care Ltd.
Her clinical focus includes adult communication and swallowing difficulties associated with stroke, acquired brain injury, dementia and Parkinson’s disease.
Her professional approach is centred on person-centred therapy, evidence-based practice and individualised clinical care, with a commitment to improving access to high-quality speech and language therapy services in Bangladesh.