Our Vision
> Support those affected
> Develop the solutions
> Research the possibilities
> Educate to improve
Who We Are
Craniofacial Australia is a not-for-profit charitable foundation. Our mission is to achieve the best possible outcomes for people suffering from craniofacial deformities and injuries by:
Supporting research into the etiology, diagnosis and management of craniofacial deformities and injuries
Educating health professionals throughout the world in the best practice treatment and rehabilitation of persons with craniofacial deformities and injuries
Assisting patients to receive world-class treatment in appropriate facilities.
We pursue a vision of excellence following the 6 Principles of Craniofacial Health Care Delivery that underpins patient management and care.
Strategic Objectives
- Support patients through their journey
- Advance discovery into craniofacial care
- Educate and train health professionals
- Raise funds and invest prudently to ensure our long-term sustainability
- Promote our work and inform society
- Act as the custodian and champion for the 6 Principles of Craniofacial Health Care Delivery.
The Six Principles
Our values align to the 6 Principles of Craniofacial Health Care Delivery established over 40 years ago by Professor David David AC, Founder of Craniofacial Australia and worldwide pioneer of craniofacial treatment and care.
1
Care is provided by multi-disciplinary teams that place the patient at the centre of decision-making.
2
Best practice approaches are employed in all aspects of care.
3
Patients are supported through their entire lifetime.
4
Financial and organisational support is maintained for patients throughout their treatment.
5
Health professionals supporting patients are highly skilled and are educated in the latest techniques, using the most advanced technology.
6
The provision of care applies the latest research that explores craniofacial causes, treatment, management and outcomes.
Craniofacial Australia is the custodian of the “Australian Craniofacial Unit” name and the Centre of Excellence benchmark that the name represents. Craniofacial Australia has allowed its use by the surgical unit at the Women’s and Children’s Hospital providing cranio- and maxillo-facial surgery since 2001.
Craniofacial Australia is proud to be custodian of the Australian Craniofacial Unit name and the quality of care that it represents on behalf of the people of Australia.