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SUMMARY:APA Interfaith Affinity Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join the APA Interfaith Affinity Group for an upcoming virtual gathering on Thursday\, September 17\, 2026\, at 8:00 PM Eastern Time. \nAPA 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. \nThe Interfaith Affinity Group brings together people of diverse faiths\, religious beliefs and practices\, and spiritual traditions for connection\, conversation\, and community. \nWho can participate?\nAll APA members in good standing are welcome\, regardless of training level\, academic scholarship\, or personal or professional identity. Faculty and trainees are encouraged to participate\, and meetings include breakout rooms for Affinity Group conversations. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.academicpeds.org/event/apa-interfaith-affinity-group-meeting/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260918T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260918T134500
DTSTAMP:20260819T144246Z
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SUMMARY:APA September Catalyst: Writing an Effective Abstract for PAS and Other National Conferences
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: Teri Turner\, Melissa Klein\, and Wendy Hobson-Rohrer \nThis 45-minute Catalyst webinar will help participants understand what makes an abstract competitive for acceptance at the PAS meeting and other national academic conferences. The session will include an overview of PAS expectations\, key components of effective abstracts\, and breakout-room discussions focused on applying those principles to different scholarly pillars. \nLearning Objectives By the end of this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nIdentify the purpose\, structure\, and expectations of PAS abstracts.\nDescribe the essential components of a clear\, compelling\, and competitive abstract\, including background\, objectives\, methods\, results\, and conclusions.\nApply abstract-writing strategies to strengthen submissions within specific conference focus areas or scholarly tracks.\n\nClick here to Register
URL:https://www.academicpeds.org/event/writing-an-effective-abstract-for-pas-and-other-national-conferences/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T163000
DTSTAMP:20260901T180120Z
CREATED:20260901T175541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T180120Z
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SUMMARY:Advancing Pediatric Educator eXcellence (APEX) Teaching Program Info-Session
DESCRIPTION:The APEX Teaching Program is currently recruiting participants for its 2027-2028 PHM/PAS cohort. \nLearn more about this program by attending the info-session with leaders on Sept. 22 at 4pm ET.
URL:https://www.academicpeds.org/event/advancing-pediatric-educator-excellence-apex-program-info-session/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T203000
DTSTAMP:20260813T183617Z
CREATED:20260813T170813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T183617Z
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SUMMARY:APA LGBTQIA+ Affinity Group
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe LGBTQIA+ Affinity Group brings together LGBTQIA+ individuals and allies for connection\, conversation\, and community. \nWho can participate?\nAll APA members in good standing are welcome\, regardless of training level\, academic scholarship\, or personal or professional identity. Faculty and trainees are encouraged to participate\, and meetings include breakout rooms for Affinity Group conversations. \nRegistration is Free but required
URL:https://www.academicpeds.org/event/apa-lgbtqia-affinity-group/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T160000
DTSTAMP:20260827T202814Z
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SUMMARY:School Health SIG Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the APA School Health SIG \nThe 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 new members and making new connections! \nClick here to Register
URL:https://www.academicpeds.org/event/school-health-sig-meeting/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T193000
DTSTAMP:20260825T180001Z
CREATED:20260825T180001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T180001Z
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SUMMARY:The Car Seat Challenge: Where Evidence\, Controversy\, and Clinical Practice Collide
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the APA Newborn SIG \nThe 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 evidence base around the car seat challenge\, regional practice differences\, and sub-specialty involvement for repeated failed car seat challenges\, with goal to guide inpatient and outpatient newborn providers in navigating the evolving practice landscape on this topic. \nThe panel is comprised of: \n\nDr. Benjamin Hoffman\, MD FAAP CPST-I – Professor of Pediatrics at Doernbecher (DORN-BECKER) Children’s Hospital at Oregon Health and Science University and nationally recognized expert in child injury prevention\nDr. Brian King\, MD\, BIDMC – Assistant Professor of Pediatrics and Neonatologist at Harvard Medical School and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center whose scholarship focuses on improving the value of neonatal care through economic evaluations and studies exploring resource utilization and practice variability\nDr. Denis Donovan\, MD – Assistant Professor of Clinical Pediatrics and Pediatric Cardiologist at Weill Cornell Medicine and New York-Presbyterian Komansky Children’s Hospital whose clinical interests and scholarship on general preventive pediatric cardiology\, acute care cardiology\, exercise stress testing\, and patient and parent experience for children with congenital heart disease.\n\nLearning Objectives of the Webinar: By the end of the webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nReview the evidence behind the adoption and evolution of car seat challenge testing.\nSummarize evidence supporting and questioning routine car seat challenge testing.\nDescribe the role and limitations of echocardiography and other diagnostic testing following a failed car seat challenge\, including findings that may or may not warrant further cardiovascular evaluation.\nDescribe the impact of car seat challenge testing on infant safety\, hospitalization\, healthcare utilization\, and caregiver education.\nApply current evidence to clinical practice and institutional policy discussions.\n\nClick here to Register
URL:https://www.academicpeds.org/event/the-car-seat-challenge-where-evidence-controversy-and-clinical-practice-collide/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261113T130000
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SUMMARY:APA Catalyst: Telling Your Academic Story & Why It Matters
DESCRIPTION: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 you are presenting your work\, applying for new opportunities\, or seeking to expand your impact\, understanding and sharing your story can be a key factor in academic success. \nPresenter: Christopher Russell\, MD\, MS\, Stanford University
URL:https://www.academicpeds.org/event/catalyst-telling-your-academic-story/
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UID:16354-1800622800-1800625500@www.academicpeds.org
SUMMARY:APA Catalyst: Leadership Pathways in National Organizations: What's In It for You?
DESCRIPTION: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. \nPresenters: \nAmy Houtrow\, MD\, PhD\, UPMC\nJean Raphael\, MD\, MPH\, Texas Children’s Hospital\nLisa DeCamp\, MD\, MSPH\, Children’s Hospital Colorado\nV. Faye  Jones\, MD\, PhD\, MSPH\, University of Louisville
URL:https://www.academicpeds.org/event/apa-catalyst-leadership-pathways/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270213T110000
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SUMMARY:Annual Region 4 Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The 2027 APA Region 4 meeting will be held at the Omni Charlottesville located at 212 Ridge Mcintire Road Charlottesville\, VA 22903. \nRegistration\nRegistration will open later this year. \nRooming\nWe 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 book online will be provided later this year. \nStandard Registration Rates
URL:https://www.academicpeds.org/event/annual-region-4-meeting/
LOCATION:Omni Charlottesville\, 212 Ridge Mcintire Road\, Charlottesville\, VA\, 22903
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270218T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270220T170000
DTSTAMP:20260810T195827Z
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SUMMARY:Annual 7&8 Regional Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The Region 7&8 meeting is held as part of the Southern Regional Meeting \nVisit the SSCI or SSPR Websites – Meetings – The Southern Society for Clinical Investigation or \nSSPR | Southern Society for Pediatric Research for the detailed schedule. \n  \nCall for Abstracts – Deadline – Friday\, October 2\, 6:00 pm Eastern \nhttps://srm2027.abstractcentral.com/ \nInterContinental New Orleans reservation link – https://book.passkey.com/e/51288226 \n  \nSRM 2027 Meeting Registration OPEN: Click on the link below for more information and registration. \n2027 SRM Registration Site \n  \nSRM 2027 Call for Abstracts is attached. \nThe SRM room block at the InterContinental Hotel will be held until February 4 2027.   \nPlease make your reservations as soon as possible.
URL:https://www.academicpeds.org/event/annual-78-regional-meeting/
LOCATION:InterContinental New Orleans
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270304T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270306T170000
DTSTAMP:20260818T123123Z
CREATED:20260810T200228Z
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UID:16035-1804147200-1804352400@www.academicpeds.org
SUMMARY:Annual Region 6 Meeting
DESCRIPTION: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 welcome a variety of research abstracts including clinical research\, quality improvement\, and case reports. Trainees with accepted abstracts will also receive one free night at the Kalahari Resort! \n  \nAbstracts will be due mid-December 2026. Dates and more information forthcoming. We hope to see you there!
URL:https://www.academicpeds.org/event/annual-region-6-meeting/
LOCATION:Kalahari Resort in Baraboo\, WI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270305T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20270306T140000
DTSTAMP:20260727T171121Z
CREATED:20260727T170443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T171121Z
UID:15925-1804233600-1804341600@www.academicpeds.org
SUMMARY:2027 APA 9 and 10 Region Meeting
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URL:https://www.academicpeds.org/event/2027-apa-9-and-10-region-meeting/
LOCATION:San Diego\, California
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270308
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270309
DTSTAMP:20260817T171816Z
CREATED:20260817T145451Z
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SUMMARY:2027 APA Region 1 Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The APA Region 1 meeting will be held Monday\, March 8\, 2027. \nMore Information will be forthcoming.
URL:https://www.academicpeds.org/event/apa-annual-regional-meeting-2027/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270308T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270308T160000
DTSTAMP:20260827T175815Z
CREATED:20260827T145553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T175815Z
UID:16222-1804494600-1804521600@www.academicpeds.org
SUMMARY:Annual Region 1 Meeting 2027
DESCRIPTION:The 2027 APA Region 1 meeting will be held at the Boston Children’s Hospital in Waltham\, MA \nRegistration\nRegistration will open later this year
URL:https://www.academicpeds.org/event/annual-region-1-meeting-2027/
LOCATION:Boston Children’s Hospital Waltham\, 9 Hope Ave\, Waltham\, MA\, 02453\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270402T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270402T134500
DTSTAMP:20260911T211207Z
CREATED:20260911T211207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T211207Z
UID:16358-1806670800-1806673500@www.academicpeds.org
SUMMARY:APA Catalyst: CV Optimization: Showcasing Your Contributions and Impact
DESCRIPTION:Discover how to optimize your CV to clearly communicate your achievements\, contributions\, and professional impact. Gain tips for creating a stronger\, more effective academic CV that aligns with your career goals. \n\nPresenters: \nEliana Perrin\, MD\, MPH\, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine\nAndy Beck\, MD\, MPH\, Cincinnati Children’s\nTraci Wolbrink\, MD\, MPH\, Boston Children’s Hospital
URL:https://www.academicpeds.org/event/apa-catalyst-cv-optimization/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270729
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270802
DTSTAMP:20260305T183712Z
CREATED:20260305T183712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T183712Z
UID:14760-1816819200-1817164799@www.academicpeds.org
SUMMARY:Pediatric Hospital Medicine (PHM) Meeting 2027
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.academicpeds.org/event/pediatric-hospital-medicine-phm-meeting-2027/
LOCATION:New Orleans Marriott\, 555 Canal Street\, New Orleans\, Louisiana
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