Cleft Palate

The multidisciplinary team of pediatric subspecialists in the cleft palate clinic designs and coordinates individualized treatment plans to restore normal appearance and level of development. The team may include: a pediatric plastic surgeon, pediatric otolaryngologist, geneticist, speech-language pathologist, audiologist, nurse coordinator, pediatric psychologist, orthodontist, oral surgeon and pediatric neurosurgeon. Parents receive ongoing instruction and support to cope with feeding problems, developmental issues and psychological or emotional challenges. The team also works closely with the child's primary care physician to ensure optimal, continued care.