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Pediatric Cleft and Craniofacial Center
Dr. Mary Hauk
Dr.
Mary Hauk’s commitment to children and families affected
by craniofacial deformities is evident when you meet her. It
only
takes a moment to discover that she believes the patient and
family are integral members of the craniofacial team. No where
is this
more important than in the area of nasal
alveolar molding. She makes it her responsibility to be
sure the patient and family are actively involved in the decision
making
process
of any treatment plans. She strives to put the family at ease
and comfortable to discuss any concerns they may have regarding
all
aspects of their craniofacial care. Dr. Hauk is an excellent
liaison between the family, other team members, and the patient’s
other health care providers.
Dr. Hauk joined the University of Rochester Medical Center in 1993. After completing a 2-year residency she continued on with additional fellowship training in Pediatric Dentistry, emphasizing cleft lip and palate care. Her education included training at the New York University Institute of Reconstructive Plastic Surgery where she was instructed by Dr. Barry Grayson in the use of Nasal Alveolar Molding techniques. She is currently completing her Master’s in Public Health at the University of Rochester.
In addition, Dr. Hauk maintains an active membership in the American Cleft Palate and Craniofacial Association. She has presented several papers at their national meetings and is currently serving her third term as a member of their Continuing Education Committee. She is a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, The American Dental Association, The International Association of Dental Research, the American Dental Association and her local dental society.
Prior to coming to Strong Health, she was a dental student at the State University of New York Stony Brook Dental School.
Her areas of expertise include pre-surgical infant orthopedics, cleft lip and palate public health and dental research as well as the dental care of medically-compromised children. Her current primary area of research interest is in the area of long-term impact of infant cleft care.
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