APA Affinity Groups provide a welcoming space for members to connect, build community, and support one another. These gatherings are designed to encourage social connection, belonging, empowerment, and wellbeing within a brave and inclusive space. The LGBTQIA+ Affinity Group brings together LGBTQIA+ individuals and allies for connection, conversation, and community. Who can participate? All APA…

Hosted by the APA School Health SIG The first official meeting of the newly formed School Health SIG will be Thursday September 24 at 3pm ET / 12pm PT. We will talk about our plans for the year, including what we're working on for PAS, and provide space for networking. We look forward to welcoming…

Hosted by the APA Health Literacy SIG This will be a journal club style discussion of numeracy and communication issues from a Health Literacy perspective. Click here to Register

Hosted by the APA Newborn SIG The Newborn SIG is excited to host a fall webinar on the car seat challenge in the Level 1 newborn nursery. Using a classic case from the newborn nursery, a panel representing different pediatric specialties will discuss the history of the car seat challenge in the U.S., the existing…

Your academic story is more than a list of accomplishments. It is a powerful tool for connecting your experiences, expertise, and career goals. In this 45-minute webinar, participants will learn how to craft and communicate a compelling academic narrative that highlights their unique contributions, strengthens applications and promotions, and helps build meaningful professional relationships. Whether…

Discover the benefits of leadership and service in national organizations. This session will highlight pathways to involvement and how engagement can enhance your professional development, network, and impact. Presenters: Amy Houtrow, MD, PhD, UPMC Jean Raphael, MD, MPH, Texas Children's Hospital Lisa DeCamp, MD, MSPH, Children's Hospital Colorado V. Faye  Jones, MD, PhD, MSPH, University…

The 2027 APA Region 4 meeting will be held at the Omni Charlottesville located at 212 Ridge Mcintire Road Charlottesville, VA 22903. Registration Registration will open later this year. Rooming We are pleased to offer a dedicated hotel block for attendees of the APA Region IV Meeting. To secure the group rate, call 1-800-THE-OMNI. A specialized link to…

The Region 7&8 meeting is held as part of the Southern Regional Meeting Visit the SSCI or SSPR Websites - Meetings - The Southern Society for Clinical Investigation or SSPR | Southern Society for Pediatric Research for the detailed schedule.   Call for Abstracts – Deadline – Friday, October 2, 6:00 pm Eastern https://srm2027.abstractcentral.com/ InterContinental…

The 2026 APA Region 6 meeting will be held at Kalahari Resorts in Wisconsin Dells, from Thursday, March 4 through March 6, 2027, in partnership with Children’s Wisconsin and their Best Practices in Pediatrics CME Conference. Poster session will be on Friday, March 5, 2027 from 3:30-5p. This is an outstanding opportunity for trainees to showcase their research. We…

The 2027 APA Region 5 meeting will be held at the University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria in Peoria, IL Registration Registration will open in the fall 2026