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My Cleft Talks

I’m proud to use my experiences as a cleft lip and palate patient to support, educate and empower others.

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Being a patient since birth has shaped both my personal life and academic interests. At university, I specialised in medical communication – exploring the challenges of doctor-patient communication and ways to empower patients.

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I created this website during my studies to help people better understand the physical and emotional realities of living with a cleft. Since then, it’s opened the door to incredible opportunities, from speaking at conferences for leading cleft specialists to raising awareness through interviews and guest blogging.

 

Please do get in touch if you think I could help you with an upcoming event or interview: bethscleft@gmail.com.

Guest Speaking

Guest Speaking

Since completing my treatment, I've told my cleft lip and palate story to lots of people. From nurses, surgeons and orthodontists, to psychologists, speech therapists and others also affected by cleft.

 

I've given patient perspective talks at national and international conferences and shared ways to improve medical communication.

Interviews and articles

Interviews

Sharing my cleft journey online has opened up so many opportunities. I love being part of the larger cleft lip and palate conversation and global cleft networks.

 

I've shared my thoughts on many cleft-related topics, like making decisions about treatment as you get older and self-esteem. I'm always happy to chat about my experiences and find new ways to empower patients and people affected by cleft.

Interview

Article

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