The premier faculty development organization for pediatric academicians.

The Academic Pediatric Association serves as the inclusive and longitudinal academic home for child health professionals. Our members ensure optimal health and well-being for all children, particularly those most vulnerable.

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News from APA and our members

Message from APA’s President, Dr. Arvin Garg, May 2025

May 27, 2025 Dear APA friends, I was fortunate to see many of you in…

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Congratulations to the 2025 APA Award Winners!

We are excited to share the 2025 APA Awardees! Thank you to all of the…

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Call for Leaders- Consortium of Pediatric Hospital Medicine

Dear colleagues,   Please consider representing the field of PHM through one of the following…

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Collaborate, learn and network with colleagues at regional meetings.

Connect with colleagues with shared academic interests. APA members have access to more than 40 Special Interest Groups.

APA members advance child health, develop skills and scholarship, get mentorship and access to a network of more than 2,000 academic colleagues.

APA Resources by Career Level

APA has professional development, networking, mentorship and recognition opportunities for every career level.

Including medical students, residents and fellows.

Including fellows and assistant professors.

Including assistant professors, associate professors and professors.

Including professors, emeritus and department leaders.