Nationwide Children’s Hospital, located in Columbus, Ohio, is America’s largest pediatric hospital and dedicated to providing best outcomes for children everywhere. One way Nationwide Children’s works to accomplish this is by creating truly collaborative, multidisciplinary programs. The Section of Plastic … Read More
Study Examines How Sociodemographic Factors May Affect Success of NAM Treatment
Older fathers, younger mothers, married couples achieved more successful outcomes Study results may help identify families in need of additional support, alternative treatment options CHAPEL HILL, N.C. March 9, 2021–Older fathers, younger mothers, and married couples achieved more successful outcomes … Read More
ACPA’s 2020 Impact Report
We are pleased to present our 2020 Impact Report. The COVID-19 pandemic introduced many challenges in 2020, but because of your generosity and support, we were able to continue the work of our mission: to create a world where people with cleft … Read More
Study Examines Effect of Bone Grafting, Prior to Orthodontic Treatment, on SWAG Ratings of Graft Outcomes
SWAG method continues to provide reliable scores of bone grafting protocols Secondary ABG performed on younger patients, prior to orthodontic intervention, produced improved SWAG scores CHAPEL HILL, N.C. Feb. 9, 2021–A recent study examined how the timing of bone grafting … Read More
President’s Letter: Springing Forward in 2021
Dear Colleagues and Friends of ACPA, It is an incredible opportunity to be your president in 2021. I have been an ACPA member for more than 25 years and could not be more honored to serve our organization in this … Read More
Study Explores Facilitators, Barriers to Standardized Outcome Measurement for Cleft Care
CL/P providers and staff support standardized outcome measurement and believe it will improve care delivery. Study results may provide guidance for an implementation strategy of standardized outcome measurement.. CHAPEL HILL, N.C. Jan. 26, 2021–A recent study sought to identify facilitators … Read More
2021 ACPA Member Kit
Thank you for being part of ACPA in 2021. As you start to utilize your membership, please take a moment to review the 2021 Member Kit. The kit is your resource guide to ACPA. It includes a description of your … Read More
Approved Changes to ACPA’s Bylaws
Proposed changes to ACPA’s Bylaws have been approved by ACPA members. Click here to view the updated Bylaws. A summary of the changes is provided below. The current nominations procedures for the ACPA Board of Directors were established in 1987. … Read More
Study Finds Cleft Nurse Specialist Pivotal for CL/P Families
Study compared cohorts of parents before and after the addition of a CNS to cleft care teams in 2012. Parents felt more supported after receiving services from the CNS. CHAPEL HILL, N.C. / Dec. 8, 2020–Home visits, direct contact and … Read More
ACPA’s Nursing/Care Coordination Virtual Discipline Forum
ACPA’s Nursing/Care Coordination Discipline Forum will be held virtually on December 15, 2020 from 4:00 – 5:30 PM EST, led by chairs Patricia D. Chibbaro, RN, MS, CPNP and Elena M. Hopkins, RN, MS, PNP. The forum is free for … Read More