Pharyngeal Electrical Stimulation (PES) Program

Stony Brook Medicine now offers Pharyngeal Electrical Stimulation (PES), becoming the first program in New York State to provide this innovative treatment.

• PES provides mild electrical stimulation to the pharynx that promotes the brain’s natural ability to reorganize and recover function.
• Supported by 2026 AHA/ASA National Stroke Guidelines as a beneficial treatment for reducing dysphagia severity and aspiration risk in patients recovering from stroke. 

The program’s multidisciplinary team includes speech-language pathologists, physicians, and advanced practice providers with expertise in neurologic recovery; nurses and registered dieticians. 

• Treatment is individualized, using evidence-based, best practice swallowing rehabilitation for optimal outcomes to help enhance each patient's recovery potential. 
• Use of PES can improve swallowing safety and ease, reduce complications associated with dysphagia, and enhance quality of life. 

To learn more, call (631) 444-4778 or email craig.beale@stonybrookmedicine.edu