When children have a craniofacial disorder, it affects their growth and development and can also impact their appearance. Surgical treatment can be provided for a variety of conditions such as craniosynostosis (birth defect), microtia and cleft lip/palate.
Our team is dedicated to providing comprehensive multidisciplinary care and expert diagnosis for your child who has a cleft lip or palate, or any other craniofacial abnormality. We collaborate with you and your child to ensure the most positive outcomes and a smooth transition to adulthood.
The craniofacial care clinic is staffed by experts in a wide range of clinical and academic fields. All are committed to providing the best level of care possible for your child. The team includes a plastic surgeon, neurosurgeon, speech pathologist, orthodontist and nurse specialist who work together to provide an integrated approach to your child's care.
Our craniofacial specialist offer a wide range of treatment options, including non-invasive treatments for many disorders, surgical corrections of facial deformities and pain management. Our physicians and staff are committed to offering your child the most advanced technology and procedures, while focusing on ensuring a comfortable, stress-free experience.
We are CCS-approved Special Care Centers, meaning we have a dedicated Care Coordinator to help with coordination and follow-up. This team works closely with your family to make sure you understand the diagnosis, medical treatment plan and financial arrangements.
Seattle Children's Hospital's specialists in craniofacial disorders treat many conditions that affect the head, face, jaw, and ear. These include cleft lips, cleft palettes, craniosynostosis (craniosynostosis), Crouzon Syndrome, and Pfeiffer's syndrome.
* Ear infections and hearing loss are common in children with cleft lip, cleft palate and other craniofacial defects. We offer treatments to prevent or reduce these conditions.
We can also provide surgical intervention to treat a cleft lip, cleft palate, or other craniofacial deformity, as well as reconstructive surgery for malformations of the ears, eyes, nose and mouth. To achieve the best results, we use the latest techniques and procedures.
We perform complex and minimally invasive procedures for patients with craniofacial conditions, such as endoscopic suturectomy to remove asymmetric bone from the cranium and cranial vault remodeling to reshape asymmetric cranial bones. We can also treat skin conditions and birthmarks that are difficult to treat. For example, hemifacial macrosomia, a condition where the cheeks and chin do not line up properly.
The craniofacial program at Maria Fareri Children's Hospital provides a complete range of services to address your child's specific needs throughout their life. The program is staffed by experts in craniofacial, oral and maxillofacial, neurosurgery, audiology, otolaryngology, speech pathology, psychology and nutrition.
The craniofacial specialist team for your child will meet you and your child in order to discuss any concerns or issues related to the craniofacial deformity of your child and possible treatment options. They will then work with you and your child to create a treatment plan that is right for your family.
FAQ
What are the health care services?
Patients need to be aware that they have 24/7 access to high-quality healthcare. No matter whether you require an urgent appointment, or a routine exam, we are available to help.
There are many options for appointments. These include walk-in clinics and same-day surgery. We also offer emergency department visits and outpatient procedures. We also provide home care visits for those who live far from our clinic. We can also arrange for home care visits if you do not feel at ease in our office.
Our team includes nurses, doctors, pharmacists, dentists, and other professionals dedicated to providing excellent patient service. We aim to ensure that each visit is as convenient and painless as possible.
What is "health promotion"?
Promoting health is about helping people live longer and stay healthy. It focuses on preventing sickness rather than treating existing conditions.
It includes activities like:
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Right eating
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getting enough sleep
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exercising regularly
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Being active and fit
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It is important to not smoke
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managing stress
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Keeping up with vaccinations
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How to avoid alcohol abuse
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Regular screenings and checkups
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How to manage chronic illness.
How can I get free health insurance in my area?
If you're eligible, you could apply for free coverage. You might be eligible if you qualify for Medicaid, Medicare and CHIP.
Statistics
- Healthcare Occupations PRINTER-FRIENDLY Employment in healthcare occupations is projected to grow 16 percent from 2020 to 2030, much faster than the average for all occupations, adding about 2.6 million new jobs. (bls.gov)
- The health share of the Gross domestic product (GDP) is expected to continue its upward trend, reaching 19.9 percent of GDP by 2025. (en.wikipedia.org)
- Foreign investment in hospitals—up to 70% ownership- has been encouraged as an incentive for privatization. (en.wikipedia.org)
- Over the first twenty-five years of this transformation, government contributions to healthcare expenditures have dropped from 36% to 15%, with the burden of managing this decrease falling largely on patients. (en.wikipedia.org)
- Price Increases, Aging Push Sector To 20 Percent Of Economy". (en.wikipedia.org)
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What are the 4 Health Systems
The healthcare system is a complex network of organizations such as hospitals, clinics, pharmaceutical companies, insurance providers, government agencies, public health officials, and many others.
The overall goal of this project was to create an infographic for people who want to understand what makes up the US health care system.
Here are some key points.
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The GDP accounts for 17% of healthcare spending, which amounts to $2 trillion annually. That's almost twice the size of the entire defense budget!
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Medical inflation reached 6.6% for 2015, more than any other category.
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Americans spend an average of 9% on their health costs.
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As of 2014 there were more than 300,000,000 Americans who weren't insured.
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Although the Affordable Care Act (ACA), has been passed into law, it is not yet fully implemented. There are still major gaps in coverage.
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A majority of Americans believe the ACA should be maintained.
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The US spends more money on healthcare than any other country in the world.
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Affordable healthcare would mean that every American has access to it. The annual cost would be $2.8 trillion.
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Medicare, Medicaid, as well as private insurers, cover 56% all healthcare expenditures.
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People don't have insurance for three reasons: they can't afford it ($25 Billion), don’t have enough time to search for it ($16.4 Billion), and don’t know about it ($14.7Billion).
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There are two types: HMO (health maintenance organisation) and PPO [preferred provider organization].
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Private insurance covers most services, including doctors, dentists, prescriptions, physical therapy, etc.
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Public programs provide hospitalization, inpatient surgery, nursing home care, long-term health care, and preventive services.
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Medicare is a federal program providing senior citizens health coverage. It covers hospital stays, skilled nursing facilities stays, and home care visits.
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Medicaid is a state-federal joint program that provides financial help to low-income persons and families who make too many to qualify for any other benefits.