Elizabeth was born with Apert syndrome, including bicoronal synostosis and type I syndactyly of hands and feet.

To date, Elizabeth has undergone the following major treatments:

• December 2005 -- (a) skull surgery (cranial vault remodeling) and (b) ear tube insertion
• April 2006 -- (a) first stage fingers and toes release and (b) eye muscle rebalancing
• October 2006 -- second stage fingers and toes release

For more information about Apert syndrome, please see:

• Apert syndrome -- overview, traits, and treatment by The Craniofacial Center
• A Guide to Understanding Apert syndrome -- booklet published by the Children's Craniofacial Association
• Teeter's Page -- family support group
• Apert International, Inc. -- charity organization
• Children's Craniofacial Association -- charity organization