Sex and race appear to have no effect on velopharyngeal anatomy Individuals with previous cleft palate repair tend to have shorter, less voluminous musculus uvulae CHAPEL HILL, N.C. / Sept. 17, 2019 – New insights on the morphology of the … Read More
Leadership Strategies for Building a Team
I am a voracious reader and currently enjoying a slim book entitled, The Wisdom of Walk-Ons, 7 Winning Strategies for College, Business and Life. As a Division I, walk-on athlete myself (gymnast at Indiana University), I was intrigued by the … Read More
2020 ACPA Association Awards and Professional Scholarships are Now Open
I am excited to announce that the nomination period for ACPA’s 2020 Association Awards and the application period for ACPA’s Professional Scholarships are now open. I invite you to submit an application and/or nomination for one of ACPA’s many honors … Read More
Earn CEUs with Live and On-Demand Courses
Earn continuing education credits at any time with on-demand courses on ACPA Online Learning. ACPA offers courses on a variety of topics, including Surgical Procedures,Speech and Audiology, Psychosocial Outcomes, Ethical Issues, Care Coordination and more. Register for a live or … Read More
Study Considers Whether Sleep Position Affects Obstructive Sleep Apnea in Children with Cleft Palate
Patients with cleft palate have a greater risk for developing obstructive sleep apnea Polysomnography testing can help determine if parents should deviate from AAP guidelines for infants’ safe sleep CHAPEL HILL, N.C. / Aug. 20, 2019 – Children with craniofacial … Read More
A Deep Dive into Leadership
I always love returning from the American Society of Association Executives annual meeting, which was held in Columbus, Ohio this year. It is my professional meeting — a powerful opportunity to reconnect with colleagues from around the country, get new … Read More
ACPA’s Leadership Development Opportunities
One of the ways ACPA displays its commitment to providing resources for patients and families is by supporting the cleft and craniofacial professionals who provide their care. Through ACPA’s many resources such as the The Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Journal, Online Learning … Read More
Study Examines Effects, Complications of Tympanostomy Tube Placement in Children with Cleft Palate
Most children with cleft palate will likely need tympanostomy tubes. The age of first tube placement may affect the total number of tympanostomy procedures. The benefits of tube placement before palatoplasty should be weighed against possible complications, including calcification, perforation, … Read More
Celebrate National Cleft and Craniofacial Awareness Month with ACPA
National Cleft and Craniofacial Awareness month is an opportunity to raise awareness of the challenges here in United States for those born with facial differences. This year, we are collaborating with three other organizations as a direct result of a … Read More
Organizations Align to Increase Awareness about Cleft and Craniofacial Conditions
Unprecedented effort to educate public about one of the world’s most common birth defects, and the growing number of treatment options available CHAPEL HILL, N.C. / July 9, 2019 – This year, more than 7,000 babies will be born in … Read More