Cleft Lip and Palate Family Conference | June 23-24, 2023 | Building Hope and Smiles

Friday, June 23, 2023, 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM,  Nationwide Hotel and Conference Center

Non-Accredited (19.00 hours), Non-Physician Attendance (19.00 hours)

Building Hope and Smiles
Our inaugural Cleft Lip and Palate Family Conference, Building Hope and Dreams, is designed for your entire family. There will be inspirational and educational sessions for parents and caregivers, concurrent activities for kids, and combined experiences for all. The program will allow you to learn and to network with other families while allowing children and teens make new friends, learn new things, and embrace the understanding that their future is truly limitless. 

Conference Dates
Friday, June 23, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Saturday, June 24, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

You can sign up for one day or two days .Just call 614-355-0662

If you need help with the registration cost call 614-355-0662.

Who Should Attend
Parents, guardians, family members, caregivers or children who have a cleft lip and/or palate. This is a family friendly conference, but children must be accompanied by an adult. 

Confirmation
A confirmation email will be sent to all participating families. 

Conference Location
Nationwide Hotel and Conference Center | 100 Green Meadows Drive S. Columbus OH 43035 

 Conference Agenda

 Friday, June 23,2023

8:30 a.m. Breakfast for early arrivals

Check-in begins

10 a.m. The Journey Through Cleft Lip and Palate Team Care
Moderator: Richard Kirshner, MD
Panel: Adriane Baylis, PhD; Kara Morris, DDs; Ari Rabkin, PhD; Amanda Smith, BSN, RN, CPN

 11 a.m. Keynote: Change How You See, See How You Change
Rick Guidotti

11:45 a.m. Family Lunch

1-1:45 p.m. Breakout Session I
A. Cleft Lip/Nose Surgery From Infancy to Young Adulthood
Richard Kirshner, MD; Greg Pearson, MD
B. Dental and Orthodontic Care for Children With Cleft Lip/Palate
Kaitrin Kramer, DDS, MS, PhD
C. Speech Therapy for Articulation Problems in Preschool to School-Age Children With Cleft Lip/Palate
Adriane Baylis, PhD, CCC-SLP; Heidi Wyse, MA, CCC-SLP
D. Feeding Infants and Toddlers With Cleft Lip/Palate
Azure Kohler, FNP; Maleah Blake, MA/CCC-SLP

1:55-2:40 p.m. Breakout Session II
E. Early Speech Intervention for Infants and Toddlers With Cleft Lip/Palate
Jill Kriner, MA, CCC-SLP; Caitlin Cummings, MA, MA, CCC-SLP
F. Treatment of Growth Abnormalities of the Upper Jaw
Ibrahim Khansa, MD; Ana Mercado, DMD, PhD
G. Cleft Palate and Oronasal Fistula Repair
Richard Kirshner, MD; Greg Pearson, MD; Amanda Smith, BSN, RN, CPN; Mary Church, BSN, RN; Azure Kohler, FNP
H. Promoting Positive Self-Esteem in Children With Facial Differences
Rick Guidotti; Nationwide Children's Psychologist

2:50-3:45 p.m. Open Forums With the Experts:
Surgery: Richard Kirshner, MD; Greg Pearson, MD; Ibrahim Khansa, MD
Speech: Adriane Baylis, PhD, CCC-SLP; Caitlin Cummings, MA, MA, CCC-SLP; Jill Kriner, MA, CCC-SLP; Heidi Wyse, MA, CCC-SLP
Dental/Orthodontics: Kara Morris, DDS; Kaitrin Kramer, DDS, MS, PhD; Ana Mercado, DMD, PhD
Psychology/Psychosocial: Ari Rabkin, PhD; Amanda Grover, MSW, LISW

3:50-4 p.m. Friday Closing Remarks

4:30 p.m. Family Dinner

7 p.m. Family Movie Night and I Am a Wonder Activities

9 p.m. Adjourn for the evening

Saturday, June 24, 2023

8:15 a.m. Breakfast

9 a.m. Keynote: What Did You Say? Memories on a Road Less Travelled
Hugh Gillard

9:45 a.m. Panel: Talking to Your Child About Facial Differences, Stigma and Bullying
Moderator: Ari Rabkin, PhD
Panel: Hugh Gillard; Kelly Kirura; Jessica Jones, PT, DPT, CMPT; Nationwide Children's Psychologist

10:15 a.m. Break

10:30 a.m. Teen Panel: What the Adults in Our Lives Need to Know About Living With Cleft Lip/Palate
Moderator: Ari Rabkin, PhD; Kelly Kirura
Panel: Patient Panel

11 a.m. Learning and Behavior in Children With Cleft Lip/Palate
Ari Rabkin, PhD

11:45 a.m. Family Lunch

1-1:50 p.m. Breakout Session III
I. IEPs and 504 Plans
Ari Rabkin, PhD; Amanda Grover, MSW, LISW
J. Treatment of Ear and Hearing Problems in Cleft Lip/Palate
Jonathan Grischkan, MD; Ursula Findlen, PhD
K. Mentally and Emotionally Preparing Your Child for Surgery, Procedures and Doctors Visits
Chloe Capuano, MS, CCLS; Amanda Smith, BSN, RN, CPN; Mary Church, BSN, RN; Nationwide Children's Psychologist
L. Alveolar Bone Graft Surgery
Richard Kirschner, MD; Greg Pearson, MD; Ibrahim Khansa, MD; Kaitrin Kramer, DDS; Ana Mercado, DMD, PhD

2-2:50 p.m. Breakout Session IV
M. Hypernasal Speech and VPD
Richard Kirschner, MD; Adriane Baylis, PhD. CCC-SLP
N. Early Intervention and Special Needs Preschool Services for Children With Cleft Lip and Palate
Caitlin Cummings, CCC-SLP; Ari Rabkin, PhD; Amanda Grover, MSW, LISW; Chaitali Amin, FNP
O. Cleft Lip and Palate: Genetic Testing and Genetic Counseling for Families
Scott Hickey, MD
P. Mentally and Emotionally Preparing Your Child for Surgery, Procedures and Doctors Visits
Chloe Capuano, MS, CCLS; Amanda Smith, BSN, RN, CPN; Mary Church, BSN, RN; Nationwide Children's Psychologist

3 p.m. Chasing Big Dreams and Closing Comments
Jason Tharp; Richard Kirschner; MD

4 p.m. Adjourn

There will be an informal event on Saturday evening for those families staying over.

Teens will be treated to activities such as VIP tour of Ohio Stadium (home of the Buckeyes) and school age children will be introduced to a musical petting zoo and meet animals from the Ohio Wildlife Center to name just a few activities..

Conference Cost
Adults........................................................................................Free
Health care professionals........................................$140
Children under age 18.................................................Free
Price includes admission to all sessions and all meals. Hotel room costs are separate. 

Call us at 614-355-0662  to attend just one day or for help with the registration fee.  

Save  your seat by registering by June 11 .

Ways to Register:

Online: Visit NationwideChildrens.org/Cleft-Lip-Palate-Conference
Mail: Mail brochure registration from with payment to: 
Nationwide Children's Hospital Community Education,
700 Children's Drive, Columbus, OH 43205
Contact us directly at [email protected] or by calling (614) 355-0662

Cancellation Policy 

Cancellations received in writing no less than 14 days before the course will be refunded, less a 30% administrative fee. No refunds will be made on cancellations received after that date. Please send cancellation requests to [email protected].

Nationwide Hotel and Conference Center
100 Green Meadows Dr. S. 
Lewis Center, Ohio 43035

Tucked in a 15-acre park-like setting adjacent to a beautiful Highbanks Metro Park, Nationwide Hotel and Conference Center in Columbus, Ohio offers a complete collection of services and amenities for an all-inclusive experience. The hotel has 93 guest rooms. Every room and suite include free parking, Wi-Fi, and HDTV, pillow-top mattress, refrigerator, microwave and Keurig coffee maker. The property has indoor and outdoor pools, a fitness center and yoga/meditation room. 

Special conference room rate:

• $131 per room per night plus tax on dates June, 22-24, 2023.
• Reservations can be made by calling (614) 880-4300 or via the hotel website at NWhotelandconferencecenter.com and entering group code 289880.
• To receive this rate, reservations must be received by May 23, 2023. Reservations received after this date will be offered on a rate and space available basis

Nationwide Hotel and Conference Center is a smoke and tobacco-free facility. All guest rooms including balconies, are non-smoking. 

Check-in starts at 3:00 PM. Check-out by 11:00 AM. For guests arriving earlier than the check-in time or staying later than the check-out time, luggage storage will be provided, based upon availability. 

The Nationwide Children's Hospital® adheres to ACCME Criteria, Standards and Policies regarding industry support of continuing medical education. Disclosure of faculty and their commercial relationships will be made prior to the activity.

Mitigation of Relevant Financial Relationships

 

As of March 1, 2023 

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