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Jordan W. Swanson: Global Cleft Care and Humanitarian Mission
TALK INFO
In this talk, Jordan W. Swanson will explore the critical need for cleft care worldwide and the humanitarian missions that are making a lasting impact. He will discuss the challenges faced by communities in need, the importance of providing surgical care, and the broader implications of global health efforts. Drawing from his extensive experience, Jordan will highlight inspiring stories of transformation and the vital role of mission-based healthcare in improving lives.
THIS EVENT IS ACCREDITED
CLINICAL PATHWAY
Cleft lip and palate
SPEAKER
DATE
29/09/25
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
Understand the global burden of cleft lip and palate and its impact on children and families in underserved regions.
Identify the key challenges faced by healthcare providers and humanitarian organizations in delivering cleft care in low-resource settings.
Evaluate the role of surgical missions in addressing cleft care needs and improving long-term outcomes for patients.
Discuss the ethical considerations and cultural factors in providing medical interventions in humanitarian contexts.
Explore successful models of cleft care programs and mission-based healthcare initiatives that can be replicated in other regions.
Recognize the interdisciplinary approach necessary for sustainable global health programs, including the involvement of local communities and long-term care strategies.
ABOUT THE SPEAKER
Jordan Swanson, MD, MSc, is an attending surgeon in the Division of Plastic, Reconstructive and Oral Surgery at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia with special clinical expertise in cleft, craniofacial, and pediatric plastic surgery. He holds the Linton A. Whitaker Endowed Chair in Plastic, Reconstructive and Oral Surgery.
CE ACCREDITATION
surgeOn is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider. ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry. surgeOn designates this activity for 1 credit hour of continuing education credits.
This event may also 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.
