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The Craniofacial Program

The Craniofacial Program takes a multidisciplinary approach to treating Craniofacial Disorders. Co-directed by Dr. Robert Ward of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology, the program is dedicated to ensuring a successful outcome for every child and family. This includes a thorough evaluation of the case, selecting the best option, and utilizing the most advanced technology. The team understands that the trust developed before surgery is equally important after surgery in order to support the child through a positive recovery.

Dr. Mark Souweidane and Dr. Jeffrey Greenfield

The Craniofacial Program brings together a team of experts that offer the very best of non-operative and surgical treatment for children with congenital (inborn) or acquired skull abnormalities. Because disorders of the face and skull can involve more than just the child's appearance, systemic evaluation, genetic analysis, and familial planning are all available when appropriate.

Those children in need of surgical modification and correction receive input from a broad team of specialists from a variety of disciplines:

• Pediatric neurosurgery
• Pediatric otolaryngology
• Pediatric dentistry
• Pediatric oral surgery
• Pediatric orthodontics
• Pediatric speech therapy
• Genetics
• Social work
• Plastic and reconstructive surgery
• Anesthesia
• Occupational and physical therapy

The team safely performs advanced procedures aimed at improving deformities, optimizing functional capacity, and ultimately reducing any social implications.

For more information about the Craniofacial Program, please contact:

Charlotte B. Palmero, M.S.

Craniofacial Program Coordinator and Genetic Counselor
Weill Cornell Pediatric Brain and Spine Center
525 E. 68th Street, Box 99, Room 2207
New York, NY 10065
212-746-1274
chp2027@med.cornell.edu

Get more information about Craniofacial Disorders, including causes, symptoms, and treatment options.