The Florida Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (FCAAP) is alarmed by the Florida Department of Health’s proposed revisions to Rule 64D-3.046, Florida Administrative Code.
Florida Pediatricians Continue to Speak Out Against Efforts to Weaken Vaccine Protections and Endanger Florida’s Children
With today’s notice from the Florida Department of Health scheduling a hearing on its proposed revisions to Rule 64D-3.046, Florida Administrative Code, the Florida Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (FCAAP) remains concerned about efforts to weaken Florida’s school vaccination policies and make it easier to opt out of childhood immunizations.
NCE 2026 #FLynntrip
After the success of The Future of Pediatric Practice 2026, FLynn is ready for another #FLynntrip to join the American Academy of Pediatrics, California Chapter 3 at the AAP National Conference and Exhibition on October 2-6, 2026! FLynn Flair Here’s a sneak peek into...
Florida Chapter of AAP Inducts New Officers
The Florida Chapter of American Academy of Pediatrics (FCAAP) inducted four officers and three representatives to its Board of Directors for the 2026-2028 term. The newly elected Board members were formally inducted to the Board on Sunday, September 6, at Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts during The Future of Pediatric Practice 2026, FCAAP’s annual conference.
Response to FDOH Notice of Proposed Rule
Following the Florida Department of Health’s publication of a Notice of Proposed Rule for Rule 64D-3.046, please see below for statements from pediatricians, family physicians, infectious disease experts, parents, and community leaders across the state.
New FCAAP Toolkit: Resources for Pediatricians in Rural and Frontier Areas
How can primary care teams strengthen their approach when working with rural adolescent and child health? The National Rural Adolescent and Child Health (NRACH) initiative and Rural Behavioral Health Resource Library are here to help!
The 2026 FCAAP Election Results Are In
Thank you to everyone who participated in FCAAP’s 2026 Board of Directors election, to the candidates who ran, and to the Nominations Committee for setting the final slate for the election.
2026 LUTHER W. HOLLOWAY AWARD WINNERS
Since 1965, the Florida Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics has recognized medical students who have shown outstanding ability and exemplary service within a Florida medical school’s pediatric department.
2026 FCAAP BoD Election
Thank you to all FCAAP members who participated in the nominations process for the 2026 election. The Nominations Committee has confirmed a slate of excellent candidates for this year’s election.
2026 FCAAP SCHIEBLER AWARD RECIPIENT
Congratulations to Brittany Bruggeman, MD, FAAP for being selected as the 2026 Audrey Lincourt Schiebler, RN, FAAP, and Gerold Schiebler, MD, FAAP, Advocacy Award recipient!

