Presurgical Infant Orthopedics Part 2: Global Perspectives, Low-Cost Solutions, and Patient-Centered Team Care
Date/Time: Thursday, June 12th at 3:00 – 4:30 pm ET
Description: Join us for the second installment of a two-part webinar series on presurgical infant orthopedics (PSIO), featuring leading experts sharing techniques and approaches. This session will explore innovative and accessible approaches, sharing global experiences and practical solutions, including low-cost systems and digital technologies to improve access and precision worldwide. This webinar will also highlight customizable treatment plans, the role of nasal stents, and the balance between burden of care and team involvement. Attendees will gain insights into diverse strategies for achieving optimal patient outcomes through team-based, patient-centered care.
Speakers:
The Application of DynaCleft System in Primary Cleft Lip Treatment
Yuxia Hou, PhD, West China Stomatological Hospital
Nasoalveolar Molding (NAM) as Presurgical Infant Orthopedics (PSIO) for Patients with Cleft Lip and Palate
Do-Van-Nga Trinh, DDS, Vietnam National Children’s Hospital
The Role of Digital Technology in Presurgical Infant Orthopedics (PSIO)
Puneet Batra, BDS, MDS, MOrtho RCS, FICD, Manav Rachna International Institute of Research and Studies, India
A Globally Accessible Nasoalveolar Molding Fabrication Method Using Free Digital Design Software: Reducing Costs, Improving Accuracy, and Expanding Access for Low-Resource Hospitals
Emily Genovesi, BS, MS
Customizing Pre- and Postsurgical Orthopedic Care with PLANA, NAM, and Nasal Stents
Jessica Canallatos, DDS, MS
PSIO: The External and Internal Benefits of Care – How Do They Benefit the Patient and Team?
Shelley Cohen, MA, CCC-SLP
Learning Objectives:
At the completion of this activity, learners will be able to:
- Discuss at least three presurgical infant orthopedic (PSIO) techniques presented and evaluate their clinical benefits, challenges, and impact on caregiver burden.
- Identify patient- and resource-specific criteria for selecting appropriate PSIO methods, and describe how digital technologies can enhance access, precision, and workflow efficiency in diverse care settings.
- Identify the roles and contributions of multidisciplinary cleft team members in PSIO protocols, highlighting how collaborative care enhances outcomes.
Learning Outcomes:
At the completion of this activity, learners will be able to:
- Self-assess a gain in knowledge related to presurgical infant orthopedic (PSIO) techniques, including digital workflows, low-cost alternatives, and impact on outcomes for infants with clefts.
- Self-assess that they will improve their performance in their clinical practice based on knowledge gained.
- Self-assess that they anticipate improved patient outcomes based on changes in their performance.
Teaching Methods: Lecture, Case Studies, Q&A
Live attendees must claim credit by July 17, 2025.
Intended Learners
All healthcare professionals caring for people with cleft and craniofacial conditions, to include but not limited to:
Physicians
Dental Professionals
Speech Language Pathologists
Audiologists
Nurses (RNs, APNs, LPNs)
Dieticians
Psychologists
Social Workers
Physician Assistants
Accredited Continuing Education
ACPA is accredited by ACCME and ANCC, approved by ASHA, and recognized by ADA CERP, to provide accredited continuing education to physicians, nurses, SLPs, audiologists, and dentists.
Continuing Medical Education
The American Cleft Palate Craniofacial Association (ACPA) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The American Cleft Palate Craniofacial Association designates this live activity for 1.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.
Nursing Continuing Professional Development
The American Cleft Palate Craniofacial Association (ACPA) is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
This live educational activity is offered for 1.50 Nursing Continuing Professional Development (NCPD) contact hour.
In order to receive credit, learners must:
- Attend 80% or more of the webinar
- Complete and submit the evaluation form
Continuing Dental Education
The American Cleft Palate Craniofacial Association (ACPA) is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider.
ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry.
The American Cleft Palate Craniofacial Association designates this live activity for 1.50 continuing education credit.
Concerns or complaints about a CE provider may be directed to the provider or to the Commission for Continuing Education Provider Recognition at CCEPR.ADA.org.
Continuing Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Education
The American Cleft Palate Craniofacial Association (ACPA) is approved by the Continuing Education Board of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) to provide continuing education activities in speech-language pathology and audiology.
ASHA CE Provider Approval and use of the Brand Block does not imply endorsement of course content, specific products, or clinical procedures.
DISCLOSURES
All financial relationships have been mitigated.
Commercial Support: None
No Financial or Non-financial Relationships Declared
Speakers:
Puneet Batra, BDS, MDS, MOrtho RCS, FICD
Jessica Canallatos, DDS, MS
Shelley Cohen, MA, CCC-SLP
Emily Genovesi, BS, MS
Yuxia Hou, PhD
Do-Van-Nga Trinh, DDS
Planning Committee Members:
Joli C. Chou, DMD, MD
Paul Deitrick, MD
Catharine B. Garland, MD
Jordan N. Halsey, MD
Noel Jabbour, MD
Aditi Kanth, MD
Serena Kassam, DMD
Margaret M. Lico, MS, CCC-SLP, CLC
Leanne Magee, PhD
Judy Marciel, MSN, RN, CPNP-PC, PCNS, CWCN, APN (Nurse Planner)
Dianna Metzler, BS
Caitlyn Reinauer, BS
Amanda M. Smith, RN, BSN, CPN
Cleo J. Yi, DMD, MDS
