KLS Martin is proud to be a Platinum Sponsor of ACPA’s 2021 Virtual Annual Meeting. KLS is honored to be a partner which Cleft and Craniofacial Surgeons can rely on for innovative product and planning solutions for their … Read More
KLS Martin is the Platform Sponsor of ACPA’s 2021 Annual Meeting
Chapel Hill, NC, April 20, 2021 – The American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association (ACPA) is pleased to announce KLS Martin as the Platform Sponsor for ACPA’s 2021 virtual Annual Meeting. KLS is a longtime supporter of the event. “ACPA’s Annual Meeting … Read More
2021 ACPA Team Approval Applications
The 2021 Team Approval Application is now open. All cleft and/or craniofacial teams and approved teams whose approval expires in 2021 are invited to apply. ACPA Team Approval is for teams that demonstrate they meet the Standards for Approval of … Read More
ACPA Exhibitor Spotlight: Nationwide Children’s Hospital
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