About Us
Children’s Nebraska offers expert care and support when babies are born with cleft lip, cleft palate or other conditions affecting the head and face. From diagnosis and treatment to post-surgical care and routine check-ups, our team of compassionate pediatric providers is there every step of the way to help your child grow, thrive and reach their full potential.
Our Cleft and Craniofacial Clinic provides coordinated care by bringing together multiple specialists in one location to offer personalized treatment plans tailored to each child's unique needs. Through a collaborative, multispecialty approach, we ensure comprehensive, holistic care at every stage of the patient’s journey. Recognized as an Approved Team by the American Cleft Palate Craniofacial Association (ACPA), our clinic exceeds the established standards of team care.
Contact Us
A referral is required to schedule an appointment with Children's Cleft and Craniofacial Clinic. After a referral has been received, our team will reach out to you to schedule an appointment.
Phone:
Fax:
402.955.7451
Additional Information:
If your child is referred to our cleft and craniofacial experts, you'll visit Children’s Nebraska's Specialty Pediatric Center. Here, you’ll meet multiple specialists involved in your child’s care in one visit, at one convenient location. Together, we’ll develop a personalized care plan to support your child’s health, growth and development throughout childhood. We work closely with your child’s primary care provider and other specialists as needed to ensure the best possible outcomes.
Conditions We Treat
At Children’s, the most common cleft and craniofacial conditions we treat include:
Meet Our Providers
Meet our team of pediatric experts who help children with craniofacial conditions and other concerns.
James D. Vargo, MD
Language: English
Specialties: Craniofacial Plastic Surgery, Plastic Surgery, Reconstructive Plastic Surgery
Treatments and Services
We treat all types of cleft lip and palate and other conditions which affect the face, mouth and head (craniofacial). Our treatments and services include:
Locations
Related Specialties
Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT)
Genetics
Speech Therapy
Outpatient Dietitian Services
Child Advocacy
Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Neurosurgery
Audiology
Next Steps
Step 1: Contact Us
A referral is required to schedule an appointment with Children's Cleft and Craniofacial Clinic. After a referral has been received, our team will reach out to you to schedule an appointment.
Step 2: Confirm Appointment Details
Confirm appointment details and ask if there’s anything you need to bring with you.
Patient Spotlight
Athena's Story: A Cleft & Craniofacial Clinic Journey
Prepare for Your Visit
What Sets Us Apart
Comprehensive Care
We offer seamless care for children from diagnosis through ongoing treatment during important stages of growth and development.
Emotional Support
We offer emotional support and guidance to help children thrive.
Child Empowerment
As children get older, we’ll help them feel empowered to learn, understand and be a part of their treatment decisions.
Awards and Honors
Children's Cleft and Craniofacial Clinic is recognized as an Approved Team by the American Cleft Palate Craniofacial Association (ACPA), meaning they exceed the set standards of team care.
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Athena's Story: A Cleft & Craniofacial Clinic Journey
