 Also, 1 in 600 babies are born each year with a cleft lip or palate in the U.S. Luckily, the University of Minnesota's Cleft and Craniofacial Clinic has paved the way for interprofessional care in this area. Clinic Director Dr. Rene Danielle says the clinic plays a critical role as a, quote, one-stop shop, end quote, for families due to its comprehensive care teams.