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Treatment
Plastic Surgery
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Plastic-SurgeryShriners Children’s experienced pediatric plastic surgeons use reconstructive plastic surgery techniques to bring hope and healing to families dealing with differences involving the face, jaw, eyelids, ears, breasts or skin.
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Treatment
Helmet Therapy
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Helmet-TherapyHelmet therapy is used to treat babies with abnormal head shapes. During this type of therapy, lightweight, padded helmets are worn to gently redirect the growth of the skull into a more natural shape.
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Patient Story
Abie's Story
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2021/02/Abies-storyWhen Abraham, lovingly called “Abie” or “Abe” by his family, was born with a soft cleft palate, his parents were completely taken off-guard and had no idea where to turn.
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News
New Chief of Staff Excited to Lead Shriners Children's Ohio to Bright Future
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/News/2024/01/Higginson-Chief-of-StaffNew chief of staff wants Shriners Children's Ohio to be the first call providers make if they have a child with a burn injury or complicated craniofacial conditions.
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Podcast
Speech Therapy
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Podcasts/2020/11/Speech-Therapy-DeaibesPodcast with Diana Deaibes discussing the speech therapy program at Shriners Children's Portland.
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Condition
Cleft Palate
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Cleft-PalateA cleft palate occurs when tissues that form the roof of the mouth don’t join together before birth. Shriners Children’s team care repairs and restores each child physically and psychologically.
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Video
Cleft Lip and Palate Care at Shriners Hospitals for Children - Boston
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Videos/2018/03/Cleft-Lip-and-Palate-Care-at-Shriners-Hospitals-for-Children-BostonThe Shriners Children's Cleft Lip & Plate program addresses children's craniofacial needs through adolescence.
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Patient Story
Heads Up – Helmet Therapy Success at Shriners Children's Chicago
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2024/05/Helmet-Therapy-SuccessBenjamin was just 3 months old when his parents noticed he was favoring one side of his head, turning it to one side more than the other.
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Patient Story
Mom Shares Advice for Families Expecting a Child With a Cleft Lip or Palate
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/News-and-Media/Patient-Stories/2022/07/Charlie-Gail-Cleft-StoryFacial clefts are one of the most common birth differences in the U.S. It can be a challenge for families to find education, resources, support and specialized treatment. Shriners Children's is here for you.
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Treatment
Pediatric Outpatient Therapy
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/Pediatric-Care/Pediatric-Outpatient-TherapyShriners Children’s outpatient therapy program provides the highest quality pediatric specialty care to improve a child’s level of function and promote maximum independence.
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