Laura "Lollie" J. Vaughan-robinson, PhD
Division Chief
Department:
SOM-Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
Email:
lvaughanrobinson@umc.edu
Work Phone:
(601) 984-5162
Biography
With 20+ years of experience in the field of speech-language pathology, Lollie Vaughan-Robinson is a distinguished professional dedicated to advancing patient care and education. Currently serving as Division Chief of Speech-Language Pathology and Associate Professor at UMMC, Lollie has a rich background in clinical practice, research, and academic leadership.
Throughout her career, Lollie has worked in diverse healthcare settings, providing comprehensive care to patients with a wide range of communication and swallowing disorders. Her expertise involves adult populations, with a particular focus on integrating advanced, evidence-based practices into clinical care.
In her academic role, Lollie is committed to mentoring the next generation of SLPs, fostering a collaborative learning environment, and contributing to advancement of the field through research and publication. Her dedication to interdisciplinary collaboration and continuous professional development underscores her ongoing commitment to excellence in speech-language pathology.
Education
| Ohio University, PhD, Hearing, Speech, and Language Sciences | 2005 |
| Ohio University, Certificate, Gerontology | 2005 |
| Texas Christian University, MS, Communication Sciences and Disorders | 1998 |
| University of Southern Mississippi, BA, Speech and Hearing Sciences | 1996 |
Specialty Certification Licensure
| Certification, Speak Out, Parkinson's Voice Project | 06/2024 - 06/2025 |
| Certification, Myofascial Release Therapy | 09/2025 - 09/2027 |
| Licensure, Mississippi State Department of Health, MS Department of Health | 12/2005 - 05/2026 |
| Licensure, ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence, ASHA | 08/2000 - 12/2025 |
Current Positions
| Division Chief, School of Medicine, Department of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery | 08/2025 - Present |
| Associate Professor, School of Medicine, Department of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery | 06/2023 - Present |
| The University of Mississippi Medical Center Jackson, Mississippi 39216 | |
Sponsored Program Funding
| Extramural, Advancing Health Equity in Chronic Kidney Disease: Changing the Narrative to Serve Mississippi’s Most Equitable Populations, Mississippi Department of Health: Office of Health Equity | 09/2022 - 08/2024 |
| Extramural, COVID-19 Health literacy, Accessibility, Management, Prevention, Intervention, Outcomes, and New Skills (CHAMPIONS) for Equitable Communities, The Office of Minority Health, Department of Health & Human Services i | 06/2021 - 05/2022 |
| Intramural, University of Mississippi Faculty and Students Working Together in Belize, School of Applied Sciences Interdisciplinary Working | 07/2010 - 06/2011 |
| Extramural, Early Intervention Quality Assurance & Improvement, Mississippi State Department of Health First Steps--Early Intervention Program for Infants & Toddlers Grant | 07/2009 - 06/2010 |
| Intramural, Comparison of the Effectiveness of Feedback Modalities on Articulatory Accuracy for Patients with Apraxia of Speech, University of Mississippi Faculty Research Program | 05/2007 - 12/2007 |
| Intramural, Effects of Speech Modifications on Intelligibility Ratings across the Lifespan., University of Mississipp University of Mississippi Faculty Research Program | 05/2006 - 12/2006 |
Publications
Summary of Practice | |
| Vaughan-Robinson, L., & Sharma, M., Stuttering: 10 Questions a GP Must Know GP Clinics, 12, (3), 49-51. | 2021 |
Summary of Practices | |
| Vaughan-Robinson, L., & Sharma, Dysphagia: 10 Questions a GP Must Know GP Clinics, 11, (1), 63-65. | 2020 |
Journal Article | |
| Barner, YM, Vaughan-Robinson, L, & Adjei, J Implementing policy to increase health literacy in falls prevention: A Teach-back and show-back intervention Journal of Public Health in the Deep South | 2024 |
| Vaughan, L., & Saniga, R. D., Coping characteristics of primary caregivers for speech-language disabled preschoolers. Infant-Toddler Intervention, 8, (3), 279-286. | 1998 |
Book Chapter | |
| Higdon, C.W., & Vaughan, L. Chapter 12: The Role of speech-language pathology in life care planning. Pediatric Life Care Planning and Case Management (2nd Edition). Pediatric Life Care Planning and Case Management (2nd Edition). ISBN-13: 978-1439803585. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press. | 2011 |
Editorial Commentary | |
| Newkirk-Turner, B.L., Johnson, V.E., & Vaughan-Robinson, L., Innocent Assistance or Academic Dishonesty? Academic Integrity and Students’ Use of Professional Social Media Groups. Asha Leader, 24, (5), 8-9. | 2019 |
Letter to the Editor | |
| Vaughan-Robinson, L., & Jessie, A.C., Addressing the Effects of Racism in SLP Graduate Students. Journal of the National Black Association for Speech-Language and Hearing, 15, (3), 64-67. | 2020 |
Presentations
| Regional Invited Seminars/Lectures, Aphasia treatment: Best practices across settings from acute to home health., Mississippi Speech-Language-Hearing Association, Jackson, MS | 09/2024 |
| School of Physical Therapy, Medical Speech-Language Pathology, UMMC School of Physical Therapy, Jackson, MS | 07/2024 |
| Guest Speaker, Swallowing from the SLP Perspective, UMMC Department of Otolaryngology, Jackson, MS | 05/2024 |
| Regional Invited Seminars/Lectures, SLP role in increasing health literacy, Mississippi Speech-Language-Hearing Association, Jackson, MS | 09/2023 |
| Platform Presentations, Increasing Health Literacy about Fall Risk and Prevention in the Aging African American Population., Annual Convention of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, New Orleans, LA | 11/2022 |
| Poster Presentation, Increasing Health Literacy about Fall Risk and Prevention in the Aging African American Population., Annual American Public Health Association., Boston, MA | 10/2022 |
| State/Local Invited Seminars/Lectures, A Pilot Study Intervention to Reduce Health Disparities: Perceptions of Fall Risks and Prevention Strategies in the Aging African American Population., Jackson State University Inauguration Research Sy, Jackson, MS | 10/2021 |
| Poster Presentation, Comparison of Video Group Conferencing Tools for Online Education., Annual Convention of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association., Denver, CO | 11/2015 |
| Poster Presentation, Pedagogical Strategies to Ensure Successful Speech-Language Pathology Student Learning in Online Education, Annual Convention of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, Denver, CO | 11/2015 |
| Poster Presentation, The Description, definition, and measurement of stuttering in handwriting., Annual Convention of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association., Philadelphia, PA | 11/2010 |
| Poster Presentation, Comparison of Feedback Modalities in Treatment of Apraxia of Speech., Annual ASHA Convention, New Orleans, LA | 11/2009 |
| Platform Presentations, Balance, Cognitive, & Hearing Screening in Community-Dwelling Adults., Annual ASHA Convention, Chicago, IL | 11/2008 |
| Poster Presentation, Listening Habits and Hearing Health-Awareness of college Students., Annual ASHA Convention, Chicago, IL | 11/2008 |
| Platform Presentations, Balance, Cognitive,& Hearing Screening for the Elderly., Annual Midsouth Conference on Communicative Disorders., Memphis, TN | 03/2008 |
| Poster Presentation, The Existence of the Stuttering Phenomenon in Expressive Communication., Annual ASHA Convention, Boston, MA | 11/2007 |
| Poster Presentation, A Survey of electrical stimulation in dysphagia treatment., Annual ASHA Convention, Boston, MA | 11/2007 |
| Platform Presentations, Linguistic & Cognitive Changes in Aging., Mississippi Speech-Language-Hearing Association, Jackson, MS | 04/2007 |
| Poster Presentation, Analysis of Select Parameters on Speech Intelligibility, Annual ASHA Convention, Miami, FL | 11/2006 |
| Poster Presentation, Effects of Digital Tactile Feedback on Overt Stuttering Frequency, Annual ASHA Convention, Miami, FL | 11/2006 |
| Platform Presentations, Clinical Research in Motor Speech, Fluency, Literacy, & Hearing Science., Mississippi Speech-Language-Hearing Association, Jackson, MS | 04/2006 |
| Platform Presentations, How well do we control for vision in neurogenic language disorders research?, Annual ASHA Convention, Atlanta, GA | 11/2002 |
| Platform Presentations, Why use eye movements to study language comprehension?, Ohio Speech-Language-Hearing Association, Dayton, OH | 03/2002 |
| Platform Presentations, Using eye movements to study auditory comprehension in children., Annual ASHA Convention, New Orleans, LA | 11/2001 |
| Platform Presentations, Using evidence of the neurological bases for learning to develop, enhance, and justify international programs and policies for children., Children of the World: Risk and Hope, Athens, OH | 03/2001 |
Honors, Awards, and Recognition
| ACE Award, ASHA | 2025 |
| Professional Member, National Academies of Practice | 2025 |
Professional Membership and Service
| National Academies of Practice, Member | 2025 - 2026 |
| GWIMS, Member | 2024 - 2035 |
| ASHA, Member | 2000 - 2025 |
Community Service
| Southern Remedy Radio Show, Guest Speaker | 04/2025 - 04/2025 |
| Blessing Bags for the Homeless, Create and Distribute | 09/2023 - 12/2024 |
| Pro Bono SLP Praxis Prep Review, Instructor | 09/2023 - 09/2024 |
Other Service
| AAC Subcommittee to Develop Certification Competencies, Committee Member | 09/2023 - 12/2024 |
Teaching Experience
| SHRP, Lecture, Lecturer, Acute Care Class | Summer 2023-2-24 - 2024 |
Directed Student Learning
| Clinical Supervisor, Advised: Alden Parsons | 2025 - 2025 |