From Texas to Cabo: A Global Perspective on Cleft Palate Care with Regina Ramone

In this episode, we're joined by Regina Ramone, a Speech Language Pathologist who brings a unique perspective from her work in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. Regina shares her journey from Texas to directing a clinic in Mexico, focusing on the critical care for children with cleft lip and palate.

She discusses the significant differences in speech pathology services, early intervention, and family support between the U.S. and Mexico. This conversation highlights the challenges and rewards of providing multidisciplinary care in an area where speech therapy is still an emerging profession and resources can be scarce.

Keywords: speech pathology, cleft lip, cleft palate, early intervention, international SLP, bilingual SLP, pediatric therapy, medical SLP, multidisciplinary team, global healthcare

Chapters

00:00 - A Look at Speech Pathology in Mexico

03:30 - Regina's Journey to Cleft Palate Specialization

04:54 - Structural vs. Functional Therapy

06:26 - The Process and Timing of Surgical Intervention

09:23 - Gaps in Family Support and Follow-Up Care

10:51 - Building a Multidisciplinary Care Team

12:39 - The Biggest Misconception About Cleft Palate Care

21:13 - Serving the Community in Southern Baja California

23:43 - A New Profession in Mexico

36:30 - Recommended Resources for SLPs

Guest Bio

Regina Ramone is a speech language pathologist who grew up in Del Rio, Texas. She earned her undergraduate and graduate degrees at the University of Texas at Austin with a focus on serving bilingual populations. With a background in early childhood intervention and medical settings, Regina is now the director of Communicable in Los Cabos, Mexico. She collaborates with local foundations to provide essential care for children with cleft lip and palate.

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