Collaboration begins with connection: Experiences of community-based speech-language pathologists in cleft palate continuity of care

Community speech-language pathologists play a central role in cleft care and demonstrate a strong commitment to engage in collaborative care yet face barriers to inclusion and collaboration. Findings point to the need for clearer communication pathways, shared planning, and inclusive, team-based models that better facilitate collaboration between community clinicians, cleft team clinicians, and parents.