Ms. Linda Madsen is a Program Director for the ND Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) project and Dissemination Core Coordinator for NDCPD. She received her Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Communication Disorders from Minot State University.

Ms. Madsen's previous work experiences were in the areas of direct speech and language services, which included interactive speech-language therapy to students in rural schools through the use of the Internet.

Prior to coming to the University, Ms. Madsen coordinated the Speech-Language Program for a community based service provider. Ms. Madsen has over 20 years experience in supporting people with disabilities.