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SUMMARY:Annual Regions 2 & 3 Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The APA Regions 2 & 3 meeting will be held on Friday\, March 6\, 2026 at Columbia University\, New York\, NY \nAgenda\nClick here to access \n\nPoster Presentation Information\nClick here to access poster numbers\, titles\, and authors \n\nSuggested Hotel Information \nThe Arthouse: $289 – Columbia Dept of Pediatrics Group Booking Link \nThe Edge:  $249 + tax – The reservations can be confirmed by calling us directly at 212-543-0005 and choosing reservations – mention APARC group code or by visiting our website www.edgehotelnyc.com \, pick RESERVE and a new window will pop up then choose dates and enter the same group code as above APARC. The room type and rate will auto populate. \n\n*Pre-Registration will close on 2/27. Onsite registration will be available* \nRegister Now! \nStandard Registration Rate\n\n\n\nRegistration Type\n2026 Meeting Rates\nDescription\n\n\nMember Student/Trainee\n$70.00\nAPA Members who are undergraduates\, medical students\, residents\, and/or fellows\n\n\nMember Faculty\n$200.00\nAPA Members who are physician post-training\n\n\nMember Allied Healthcare Professional\n$160.00\nAPA Members who are nurses\, nurse practitioners\, physician assistants\, or other allied health care professionals\n\n\nNon-Member Trainee/Student\n$100.00\nUndergraduates\, medical students\, residents\, and/or fellows who are not active APA members\n\n\nNon-Member Faculty\n$225.00\nPhysician\, post-training\, who are not active APA members\n\n\nNon-Member Allied Healthcare Professional\n$160.00\nNurses\, nurse practitioners\, physician assistants\, or other allied health care professionals who are not active APA members\n\n\n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.academicpeds.org/event/annual-regions-2-3-meeting-2026/
LOCATION:MA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T160000
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SUMMARY:Annual Region 5 Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The APA Region 5 meeting will be held at the University of Illinois College of Medicine – Peoria Campus on March 6\, 2026. \n  \nTopic\nTogether for Tomorrow: Elevating Safety and Leadership in Pediatric Practice \n\nRegistration\nRegistration is currently closed. On-site registration will be available at the meeting. \n\nAgenda\nClick here to view the agenda \n\nStandard Registration Rates\n\n\n\nRegistration Type\n2026 Meeting Rates\nDescription\n\n\nMember Student/Trainee\n$70.00\nAPA Members who are undergraduates\, medical students\, residents\, and/or fellows\n\n\nMember Faculty\n$200.00\nAPA Members who are physician post-training\n\n\nMember Allied Healthcare Professional\n$160.00\nAPA Members who are nurses\, nurse practitioners\, physician assistants\, or other allied health care professionals\n\n\nNon-Member Trainee/Student\n$100.00\nUndergraduates\, medical students\, residents\, and/or fellows who are not active APA members\n\n\nNon-Member Faculty\n$225.00\nPhysician\, post-training\, who are not active APA members\n\n\nNon-Member Allied Healthcare Professional\n$160.00\nNurses\, nurse practitioners\, physician assistants\, or other allied health care professionals who are not active APA members
URL:https://www.academicpeds.org/event/annual-region-5-meeting/
LOCATION:University of Illinois College of Medicine – Peoria Campus
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T130000
DTSTAMP:20260127T194520Z
CREATED:20260127T194002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T194520Z
UID:14304-1774008000-1774011600@www.academicpeds.org
SUMMARY:Practical Approaches to Pediatric Holistic Care When Prescribing Obesity Medicine
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the Obesity SIG \nPlease join the Obesity Special Interest Group in a virtual webinar discussing practical approaches to obesity medicine treatment and common concerns with dysregulated eating\, mental health issues\, and dietary counseling. \nClick here to Register
URL:https://www.academicpeds.org/event/practical-approaches-to-pediatric-holistic-care-when-prescribing-obesity-medicine/
LOCATION:MA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260323T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260323T203000
DTSTAMP:20260226T174110Z
CREATED:20260224T192132Z
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SUMMARY:Affinity Group Meeting: LGBTQIA+
DESCRIPTION:The LGBTQIA+ Affinity Group is an inclusive community bringing together LGBTQIA+ persons and allies. \nThe first meeting is scheduled for Monday\, March 23\, 2026 from 8-8:30 PM EST/7-7:30 CST\, 6-6:30 MST\, 5-5:30 PST
URL:https://www.academicpeds.org/event/affinity-group-meeting-lgbtqia/
LOCATION:MA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T203000
DTSTAMP:20260226T173711Z
CREATED:20260224T192225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T173711Z
UID:14690-1774468800-1774470600@www.academicpeds.org
SUMMARY:Affinity Group Meeting: Interfaith
DESCRIPTION:The Interfaith Affinity Group is an inclusive community bringing together people of diverse faiths\, religious beliefs and practices\, and spirituality. \nThe first meeting is scheduled for Wednesday\, March 25\, 2026 from 8-8:30 PM EST/7-7:30 CST\, 6-6:30 MST\, 5-5:30 PST.
URL:https://www.academicpeds.org/event/affinity-group-meeting-interfaith/
LOCATION:MA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260330T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260330T173000
DTSTAMP:20260324T132504Z
CREATED:20250903T150801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T132504Z
UID:13441-1774854000-1774891800@www.academicpeds.org
SUMMARY:Region 1 Meeting 2026
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 APA Region 1 meeting will be held at Boston Children’s Hospital\, Waltham on March 30\, 2026.  \nPre Registration has closed. Onsite Registration will be available. \nThe theme is “The Changing Landscape of Medical Education.” \nKeynote speakers will include: \n\n Brian Lurie (Pediatric Residency Program Director at Brown)\, who will discuss how the new ACGME requirements may impact pathways into academic medicine\n Traci Wolbrink (Co-Director of OPENPediatrics and Pediatric Critical Care Fellowship Program Director at Boston Children’s)\, who will discuss the impact of AI on medical education\n\nView the full agenda Agenda Region 1 \n\nStandard Registration Rate\n\n\n\nRegistration Type\n2026 Meeting Rates\nDescription\n\n\nMember Student/Trainee\n$70.00\nAPA Members who are undergraduates\, medical students\, residents\, and/or fellows\n\n\nMember Faculty\n$200.00\nAPA Members who are physician post-training\n\n\nMember Allied Healthcare Professional\n$160.00\nAPA Members who are nurses\, nurse practitioners\, physician assistants\, or other allied health care professionals\n\n\nNon-Member Trainee/Student\n$100.00\nUndergraduates\, medical students\, residents\, and/or fellows who are not active APA members\n\n\nNon-Member Faculty\n$225.00\nPhysician\, post-training\, who are not active APA members\n\n\nNon-Member Allied Healthcare Professional\n$160.00\nNurses\, nurse practitioners\, physician assistants\, or other allied health care professionals who are not active APA members
URL:https://www.academicpeds.org/event/region-1-meeting-2026/
LOCATION:Boston Children’s Hospital Waltham\, 9 Hope Ave\, Waltham\, MA\, 02453\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T140000
DTSTAMP:20260407T195110Z
CREATED:20260407T195033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T195110Z
UID:15105-1775826000-1775829600@www.academicpeds.org
SUMMARY:Pediatric QI collaboratives - Value proposition to Health Systems\, Drivers of Success\, Pros and Cons
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the QI SIG. \nClick here to Register \nGuest Panelists: \n\nApril Taylor\, COO\, John Hopkins Hospital\nDr. Margaret Parker\, Division Chief of Neonatology\, Univetsity of Massachusetts Medical Center\n\n  \nAgenda: \n\n0–4 min: Welcome and introductions\n5–25 min: Lessons learned from leading multicenter QI projects\n\nBuilding buy-in across institutions\nSetting expectations for participating sites\nCommon barriers and strategies to overcome them\n\n\n26–30 min: Q&A\n31–50 min: Health system perspective on multicenter QI collaborations\n\nHow organizations decide whether to participate\nValue proposition for health systems\nKey considerations for securing leadership endorsement\n\n\n51–59 min: Joint Q&A\n60 min: Closing
URL:https://www.academicpeds.org/event/pediatric-qi-collaboratives-value-proposition-to-health-systems-drivers-of-success-pros-and-cons/
LOCATION:MA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T180000
DTSTAMP:20260422T184759Z
CREATED:20260409T162734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T184759Z
UID:15115-1776949200-1776967200@www.academicpeds.org
SUMMARY:2026 APA Fellows and Trainee Conference
DESCRIPTION:APA Fellows and Trainee Conference 2026: The Long Game: Teamwork\, Intention\, and Sustainability in Academic Pediatrics \nJoin us for this free in-person Meeting \n 
URL:https://www.academicpeds.org/event/2026-apa-fellows-and-trainee-conference/
LOCATION:The Westin Boston Seaport District:  Harbor Ballroom 2 (Harbor Level)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260424T140000
DTSTAMP:20260114T184726Z
CREATED:20260114T184726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T184726Z
UID:14252-1777014000-1777039200@www.academicpeds.org
SUMMARY:APA's 15th Annual Quality Improvement Research Conference
DESCRIPTION:The APA’s 15th Annual QI Conference is officially open for registration—and we’re excited to share this year’s program highlights. \nWe’re thrilled to announce our 2026 Keynote Speaker\, Anne Lyren\, MD\, MSc\, Chief Medical & Strategy Officer with Children’s Hospitals’ Solutions for Patient Safety (SPS) Network. Dr. Lyren will kick off the conference with insights from her national leadership in pediatric patient safety and quality improvement. \nFollowing the keynote\, attendees can choose from two breakout sessions\, each offering seven concurrent sessions led by expert presenters. View session descriptions and speakers at the link below. \nThis year’s conference will also feature a Poster Walk\, showcasing the outstanding poster abstracts we received. In addition\, the top abstracts will be selected for oral presentations\, highlighting exemplary work in quality improvement.
URL:https://www.academicpeds.org/event/apas-15th-annual-quality-improvement-research-conference/
LOCATION:MA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260608T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260608T150000
DTSTAMP:20260605T144729Z
CREATED:20260605T144721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T144729Z
UID:15482-1780927200-1780930800@www.academicpeds.org
SUMMARY:Advocacy Campaign Webinar: Sharing Academic Work Through Local and State Advocacy
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a panel discussion about the opportunities and challenges that come with making the leap between scholarly work and tangible policy change. Experts with different backgrounds will share their experiences\, speak about lessons learned\, and answer questions.
URL:https://www.academicpeds.org/event/advocacy-campaign-webinar-sharing-academic-work-through-local-and-state-advocacy/
LOCATION:MA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T140000
DTSTAMP:20260605T142311Z
CREATED:20260605T142311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T142311Z
UID:15480-1781787600-1781791200@www.academicpeds.org
SUMMARY:Food Pharmacy 101: Things to Consider When Designing and Implementing a Food Pharmacy
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the Nutrition and Food is Medicine SIG \nAccess to healthy food is critical for both prevention and treatment of disease. As screening for food insecurity becomes standard of care in clinical settings\, there is a growing interest in providing direct access to food within the clinical space. However most clinical spaces were not designed for food storage and distribution.\nWe are happy to have experts from the Washington DC Capital Area Food Bank join us for a virtual webinar to share information on how to identify and evaluate whether food pharmacy programs make sense for you and if so how to develop partnerships and run effective programs in collaboration with community food partners. \nClick here to register \n  \n 
URL:https://www.academicpeds.org/event/food-pharmacy-101-things-to-consider-when-designing-and-implementing-a-food-pharmacy/
LOCATION:MA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T153000
DTSTAMP:20260617T165623Z
CREATED:20260617T165623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T165623Z
UID:15579-1782831600-1782833400@www.academicpeds.org
SUMMARY:APA Health Policy Scholars Program: Application and webinar
DESCRIPTION:Calling all aspiring child health policy advocates! \nApplications for the Academic Pediatric Association (APA) Health Policy Scholars Program are now open. This 3-year mentored faculty development program equips early- and mid-career faculty with the skills\, knowledge\, mentorship\, and national networks needed to become leaders in child health policy and advocacy. \nProgram graduates have gone on to advance impactful scholarship\, inform policy at local\, state\, and federal levels\, and drive meaningful improvements in child and adolescent health. \nApplications are open now through September 15. \nApply here. \nTo learn more\, join our information session on June 30 at 3 pm ET / 12 pm PT.
URL:https://www.academicpeds.org/event/apa-health-policy-scholars-program-application-and-webinar/
LOCATION:MA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260805T170000
DTSTAMP:20260724T173210Z
CREATED:20260724T173002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T173210Z
UID:15906-1785945600-1785949200@www.academicpeds.org
SUMMARY:APA Young Investigator Awards Program Information Session #1
DESCRIPTION:Meet with YIA Program leaders to learn about the application process and the YIA experience. \nKey Dates for the 2027 Application Cycle\n\nJuly 2026 – Initial Proposal Application Portal opens\nOctober 1\, 2026 – Deadline for Initial Proposals\nOctober – November 2026 – Initial Proposal Reviews\nNovember 2026 – Feedback provided to all applicants and Full Proposal Invitations\nJanuary 2027 – Full Proposals due\nJanuary – February 2027 – Full Proposals Reviews\nMarch 2027 – Feedback provided to all applicants and 2027 YIAs announced
URL:https://www.academicpeds.org/event/apa-young-investigator-awards-program-information-session-1/
LOCATION:MA
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260806
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260810
DTSTAMP:20260514T194612Z
CREATED:20260514T194307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T194612Z
UID:15329-1785974400-1786319999@www.academicpeds.org
SUMMARY:Pediatric Hospital Medicine (PHM) Meeting 2026
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.academicpeds.org/event/pediatric-hospital-medicine-phm-meeting-2026/
LOCATION:Kansas City Marriott Downtown in Kansas City\, MO\, 200 W 12th St.\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64105\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T193000
DTSTAMP:20260514T194811Z
CREATED:20260514T194811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T194811Z
UID:15333-1786213800-1786217400@www.academicpeds.org
SUMMARY:APA Speed Mentoring Session at PHM 2026
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.academicpeds.org/event/apa-speed-mentoring-session-at-phm-2026/
LOCATION:Kansas City Marriott Downtown in Kansas City\, MO\, 200 W 12th St.\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64105\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T140000
DTSTAMP:20260724T173415Z
CREATED:20260724T173415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T173415Z
UID:15910-1786453200-1786456800@www.academicpeds.org
SUMMARY:APA Young Investigator Awards Program Information Session #2
DESCRIPTION:Meet with YIA Program leaders to learn about the application process and the YIA experience. \nKey Dates for the 2027 Application Cycle\n\nJuly 2026 – Initial Proposal Application Portal opens\nOctober 1\, 2026 – Deadline for Initial Proposals\nOctober – November 2026 – Initial Proposal Reviews\nNovember 2026 – Feedback provided to all applicants and Full Proposal Invitations\nJanuary 2027 – Full Proposals due\nJanuary – February 2027 – Full Proposals Reviews\nMarch 2027 – Feedback provided to all applicants and 2027 YIAs announced
URL:https://www.academicpeds.org/event/apa-young-investigator-awards-program-information-session-2/
LOCATION:MA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T030000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T160000
DTSTAMP:20260728T202526Z
CREATED:20260728T201522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T202526Z
UID:15939-1786503600-1786550400@www.academicpeds.org
SUMMARY:Qualitative Research SIG Journal Club
DESCRIPTION:Journal Club to start the academic year with brief SIG business meeting at the end. \nClick here to register
URL:https://www.academicpeds.org/event/qualitative-research-sig-journal-club-2/
LOCATION:MA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260825T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260825T210000
DTSTAMP:20260731T172638Z
CREATED:20260731T160622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T172638Z
UID:15966-1787688000-1787691600@www.academicpeds.org
SUMMARY:New Century Scholars Resident Mentoring Program Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Interested in learning more about the New Century Scholars (NCS) Resident Mentoring Program? \nJoin us for a free virtual Information Session to discover how the NCS Resident Mentoring Program can help support your journey in your career. \nDuring this session\, you’ll hear directly from the NCS Program Directors and past New Century Scholars as they share their experiences\, discuss the benefits of the program\, review the application process\, and answer your questions live. \nWhether you’re considering applying this year or simply want to learn more about the program\, we encourage you to attend. \nRegistration is free but required. \nREGISTER NOW \nWe look forward to meeting you! \n \n 
URL:https://www.academicpeds.org/event/new-century-scholars-resident-mentoring-program-information-session/
LOCATION:MA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T134500
DTSTAMP:20260813T195019Z
CREATED:20260813T192405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T195019Z
UID:16084-1788267600-1788270300@www.academicpeds.org
SUMMARY:New Member Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Join APA President Dr. Karen Wilson for a welcoming introduction to the Academic Pediatric Association and learn more about all that APA has to offer. \nWhether you’re just joining APA or could use a quick refresher on your member benefits and opportunities\, this session is for you! We’ll share ways to get involved\, connect with colleagues\, and make the most of your APA membership. \nRegistration is free but required.
URL:https://www.academicpeds.org/event/new-member-orientation/
LOCATION:MA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T160000
DTSTAMP:20260825T151304Z
CREATED:20260825T151304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T151304Z
UID:16190-1788274800-1788278400@www.academicpeds.org
SUMMARY:From Kitchen to Clinic: Building Pediatric Culinary Medicine Programs
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the APA Nutrition and Food is Medicine SIG \nFood is medicine programming is becoming more common and accessible within clinical settings\, particularly to pediatric populations. However\, space\, time\, and resources for developing and implementing these programs can be a challenge. We are excited to highlight the work of Dr. Allison Collins\, MD\, DipABLM\, CCMS who has built pediatric culinary medicine programming at Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara from scratch. She will share her experience developing and implementing the programming\, critical partnerships\, and lessons learned. We hope this webinar will inspire you to develop or expand partnerships and effective pediatric culinary medicine programming within clinical settings. \nClick here to Register
URL:https://www.academicpeds.org/event/from-kitchen-to-clinic-building-pediatric-culinary-medicine-programs/
LOCATION:MA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T203000
DTSTAMP:20260813T191954Z
CREATED:20260813T184114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T191954Z
UID:16078-1789675200-1789677000@www.academicpeds.org
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/
LOCATION:MA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260918T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260918T134500
DTSTAMP:20260819T144246Z
CREATED:20260818T150213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T144246Z
UID:16110-1789736400-1789739100@www.academicpeds.org
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/
LOCATION:MA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T163000
DTSTAMP:20260901T180120Z
CREATED:20260901T175541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T180120Z
UID:16275-1790092800-1790094600@www.academicpeds.org
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/
LOCATION:MA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T150000
DTSTAMP:20260914T135047Z
CREATED:20260914T135047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T135047Z
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SUMMARY:Quality Improvement Across Systems
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the APA Quality Improvement SIG \nPlease join an exciting panel discussion features QI leaders with experience in multisite and system-level QI!\nPanelists: Drs Corrie McDaniel from Seattle Childrens\, Irina Topoz from Children’s Hospital Colorado\, and Arezoo Zomorrodi from Nemours Children’s Health- Delaware \nObjectives: \n\nUnderstand the role of system-level and multisite quality improvement (QI) initiatives.\nIdentify tools for standardizing processes across multiple locations.\nExamine case studies demonstrating measurable improvements in quality outcomes across systems.\nDiscuss challenges\, change management\, and implementation strategies for system-level QI.\n\nWe hope you can join us! \nClick here to Register
URL:https://www.academicpeds.org/event/quality-improvement-across-systems/
LOCATION:MA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T203000
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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/
LOCATION:MA
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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/
LOCATION:MA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T190000
DTSTAMP:20260914T183347Z
CREATED:20260914T175921Z
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SUMMARY:From Data to Decisions: Communicating Health Information Clearly
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the APA Health Literacy SIG \nThis will be a journal club style discussion of numeracy and communication issues from a Health Literacy perspective. \nClick here to Register
URL:https://www.academicpeds.org/event/from-data-to-decisions-communicating-health-information-clearly/
LOCATION:MA
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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/
LOCATION:MA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261113T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261113T134500
DTSTAMP:20260911T205224Z
CREATED:20260911T205035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T205224Z
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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/
LOCATION:MA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270122T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270122T134500
DTSTAMP:20260911T211855Z
CREATED:20260911T210351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T211855Z
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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/
LOCATION:MA
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