Ms. Asna Basheer V.M is a HAAD licensed Speech Language Pathologist at KidsHeart / The Heart Medical Center, Al Ain. She specializes in providing comprehensive therapy for children and adults with speech, language, communication, voice, hearing, and swallowing disorders.
With a Bachelor of Audiology & Speech Language Pathology (BASLP) from Marthoma College of Special Education, Kerala University of Health Sciences (KUHS) and more than 8 years of clinical experience, Asna is dedicated to delivering evidence-based and family-centered care.
Areas of Expertise
- Pediatric Care: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, Global Developmental Delay, Down’s Syndrome, Cleft Lip & Palate, Speech & Language Delay, Articulation & Phonological Disorders.
- Adult & Neurogenic Disorders: Aphasia, Dysarthria, Dysphagia, Cognitive-Communication Disorders, Stuttering & Stammering, Voice Disorders, Laryngectomy Rehabilitation.
- Audiology & Hearing: Hearing loss management, cochlear implant rehabilitation, auditory verbal therapy, bedside swallowing & communication assessments.
- Collaborative Rehabilitation: Works closely with pediatricians, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, psychologists, and special educators to ensure holistic patient care.
Professional Experience
- Speech Language Pathologist & Audiologist – KidsHeart / The Heart Medical Center, Al Ain, UAE (2020 – Present)
- Speech Therapist – Naipunnya Centre for Disability and Vocational Training, Thrissur, Kerala (2018 – 2019)
- Speech Therapist – Santhwanam Special School, Thrissur, Kerala (2017 – 2018)
- Clinical Internship (2015 – 2016) – Kasturba Medical College Mangalore, NISH Trivandrum, Baby Memorial Hospital Calicut, Malabar Cancer Center Thalassery, and other reputed institutions.
Education & Credentials
- BASLP (2012–2016) – Marthoma College of Special Education, KUHS, Kerala
- HAAD Licensed (DOH UAE) Speech Language Pathologist & Audiologist
- RCI Certified Audiologist and Speech Pathologist (CRR No: A53798)
Languages
- English
- Arabic
- Malayalam
- Tamil
Why Choose Asna Basheer?
- Experienced in childhood and adult speech-language rehabilitation
- Expertise in autism therapy, cochlear implant rehab, and swallowing therapy
- Strong believer in evidence-based therapy methods
- Skilled in clinical tools (REELS, SECS, WAB, SSI, FDA, etc.)
- Provides personalized and family-inclusive care