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.
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.
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!
Nominations are now open to fill open positions on the FCAAP Board of Directors for the 2026-2028 term.
The Florida Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (FCAAP) is disappointed to see the Florida Senate Rules Committee pass SB 1756, a bill that would significantly weaken Florida’s school vaccination policies and make it easier to opt out of childhood immunizations, and urges Senators to oppose its further progress.
Nominations are now being accepted for the 2025 Audrey Lincourt Schiebler, RN, FAAP, and Gerold Schiebler, MD, FAAP, Advocacy Award and the Phillip O. Lichtblau, MD, Award! Audrey Lincourt Schiebler, RN, FAAP, and Gerold Schiebler, MD, FAAP, Advocacy Award.
Pediatricians from across the state gathered in Tallahassee this week to participate in the 2026 Children’s Week and Children’s Capitol for a Day events, and to remind Florida’s legislators to keep the health of Florida’s children at the top of their minds when considering legislation.
Vaccines are one of the most effective tools for protecting children and communities from infectious diseases. The goal of pediatricians is to work with families and to provide families with clear, evidence-based information to help them keep their families safe.
FCAAP is pleased to announce the launch of its newest resources to support healthcare providers in navigating vaccine conversations with families in today’s increasingly complex information landscape.
A recent report from Florida’s Department of Health has questioned the safety of baby formula, leaving many parents confused about how to safely feed their infant children. Your pediatrician is an expert on child health. Call your pediatrician if you have questions about feeding, including breastfeeding support.
