Tara L. Rosenberg: Cleft Care and Velopharyngeal Insufficiency for the Otolaryngologist

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This lecture explores cleft care and velopharyngeal insufficiency (VPI), providing valuable insights on diagnosis and treatment. It emphasizes a

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In this lecture, Dr. Tara L. Rosenberg provides an in-depth exploration of cleft care with a focus on velopharyngeal insufficiency (VPI) from an otolaryngological perspective. She covers the pathophysiology of VPI, diagnostic techniques, and the role of the otolaryngologist in managing these complex conditions. Dr. Rosenberg discusses the multidisciplinary approach to treatment, emphasizing surgical and non-surgical interventions, and offers practical insights into managing the challenges faced by patients with cleft-related speech and airway issues. This session is invaluable for otolaryngologists involved in the care of pediatric and adult patients with cleft palate and associated conditions.

SPEAKER: Dr. Tara Rosenberg MD, FACS, FAAP, is the Surgical Director of the Vascular Anomalies Center at Texas Children’s Hospital and an Associate Professor at Baylor College of Medicine. Her clinical expertise includes vascular anomalies, cleft lip and palate surgery, medical laser use, and velopharyngeal dysfunction/insufficiency. Dr. Rosenberg is an active member of both the Cleft and Vascular Anomalies Teams at Texas Children’s Hospital.

Recently board-certified in Complex Pediatric Otolaryngology, Dr. Rosenberg was part of the inaugural class for this certification. She is also passionate about teaching and medical education, training the next generation of pediatric otolaryngologists.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

By the end of this lecture, participants will be able to:

• Understand the pathophysiology of velopharyngeal insufficiency (VPI) in patients with cleft palate.

• Identify key diagnostic techniques for evaluating VPI and related speech and airway issues.

• Explore the multidisciplinary approach to treating cleft care, focusing on surgical and non-surgical interventions.

• Apply practical strategies for improving patient outcomes through effective management of VPI.

• Gain a deeper understanding of the role of speech therapy and collaboration in managing cleft-related challenges.

TARGET AUDIENCE

This lecture is designed for healthcare professionals involved in the care of patients with cleft lip and palate, including:

• Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons

• Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons

• Craniomaxillofacial Surgeons

• ENT Surgeons with craniofacial practice

• Surgical Residents and Fellows specializing in Craniofacial Surgery

• Allied Health Professionals supporting craniofacial surgical teams (e.g., Speech-Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, Clinical Psychologists)

• Pediatricians

• Orthodontists

• Healthcare providers working in cleft care teams

ONLINE LIVE EVENT (Free of Charge)

San Francisco: Monday, February 2, 2026 at 5:00 pm

Mexico City: Monday, February 2, 2026 at 7:00 pm

New York: Monday, February 2, 2026 at 8:00 pm

Rio de Janeiro: Monday, February 2, 2026 at 10:00 pm

Houston: Monday, February 2, 2026 at 7:00 pm

Berlin: Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 2:00 am

Johannesburg: Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 3:00 am

Cairo: Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 3:00 am

Dubai: Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 5:00 am

Delhi: Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 6:30 am

Manila: Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 9:00 am

Sydney: Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 12:00 noon

LANGUAGE: The event language is english. 

CME ACCREDITATION: This event may be accredited by the European Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (EACCME®) for a maximum of 1 European CME credits (ECMEC®s). Each medical specialist should claim only those hours of credit that he/she actually spent in the educational activity. If you are a learner based in the U.S. or Canada EACCME credits are recognized by the American Medical Association (AMA) and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.

DECLARATION: In accordance with criterion 13 of document UEMS 2023.07.rev “EACCME® Criteria for the Accreditation of Live Educational Events (LEEs)” and the Standard v. Commercial or Promotional Conflict of Interest, published by the American Dental Association Continuing Education Recognition Program (ADA CERP), all surgeON presenters sign a Conflict of Interest form to document all perceived or actual conflicts of interest for the last 3 years, whether due to a financial or other relationship. This document can be viewed at the beginning of the event or on request by emailing info@surgeon-events.org No fee, honorarium or arrangement for re-imbursement of expenses in relation to the this event has been provided to the speaker.