Linda D. Vallino-Napoli, PhD, CCC-SLP/A, FASHA, serves as the Senior Research Scientist and leads the Craniofacial Outcomes Research Laboratory at the Center for Pediatric Auditory and Speech Sciences at Nemours Children’s Health. Additionally, she holds the position of Clinical Professor of Pediatrics at The Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University and is an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders at the University of Delaware. Dr. Vallino-Napoli earned her doctorate from the University of Pittsburgh and a master’s degree in clinical evaluative sciences from Dartmouth College. Her research interests include speech production in individuals with cleft and craniofacial disorders, treatment outcomes, transition to adult care, and shared decision making. She has delivered numerous presentations at national and international conferences, as well as authored articles, book chapters, and reviews on cleft and craniofacial disorders. Dr. Vallino-Napoli is a co-author of the publication Cleft Palate Speech and Resonance: An Audio and Video Resource.
