Teresa Biber Lomonte
Teresa Biber LoMonte is a pioneering speech-language pathologist and founder of The Biber Protocol®, an internationally recognized neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) method designed to restore swallowing function. With over two decades of experience, Teresa has trained thousands of therapists and patients worldwide, performing over one million treatments with consistently excellent outcomes. Her innovative work has led to multiple FDA-cleared devices and collaborations on advanced brain-computer interface technology for swallowing rehabilitation.
In addition to her groundbreaking clinical work, Teresa has developed The Lomonte Technique, a hybrid approach that addresses fibrosis, muscle tension, lymphatic drainage, postural strain, and anxiety related to speech, swallowing, and voice deficits. She has served as a consultant on NIH-funded research, contributed to global clinical education programs, and authored multiple publications, earning numerous awards for her impact on patient care and healthcare innovation.
Beyond her professional achievements, Teresa is deeply committed to community service and humanitarian work. She has volunteered with Habitat for Humanity, the Global Orphan Project in Haiti, and Rotary Club projects in Costa Rica, reflecting her dedication to improving the lives of vulnerable populations. Teresa’s mission is rooted in compassion, advocacy, and empowering individuals to regain essential abilities—eating, drinking, speaking, and thinking—so they can fully participate in their communities.
• NOMS - National Outcome Measurements
• CCC - Certificate of Clinical Competence
• Florida Bureau for Professional Regulation License SA4985
• B.A. Elementary Education and Early Childhood Development, with High Honors Univ.of West Florida,
• A.A., Early Childhood Education, with High Honors, Covenant College
• M.S. Communication Science, with High Honors Nova Southeastern University
• Student of the Year Award, Nova Southeastern University 1996
• ACE Award, ASHA, 2003, 2004, 2006, 2008, 2009, 2011, 2012, 2014, 2016
• VIP Women of the Year 2015, National Organization of Professional Women
• Best in Patient Care, American Health Council 2018
• Cambridge Who’s Who Among Executives and Professionals 2023
• Employee Recognition by Medical Staff Broward Health Imperial Point 2014
• Rotary International
• American Speech and Hearing Association
• Dysphagia Research Society
• National Organization of Professional Women
• Association of Community Cancer Centers
• The Global Orphan Project
• Habitat for Humanity
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to the invaluable guidance and support of mentors like Beverly Hershey and Peter Malo, who helped me refine my techniques and secure a position at the Cleveland Clinic.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
I would advise young women entering this field to pursue their innovative ideas with confidence, remembering that any resistance they encounter often reflects personal agendas rather than the best interests of patients.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
The biggest challenges and opportunities in my field right now involve navigating resistance and bureaucratic obstacles while remaining steadfast in delivering innovative, patient-centered care.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values most important to me in both my work and personal life are compassionate innovation, patient-centered care, and advancing healthcare through evidence-based practices, as reflected in my professional work and the latest insights shared on my website thebiberprotocol.com .