FCAAP NAMES 2021 CHAPTER AWARD WINNERS
Tallahassee, FL (July 6, 2021) – Through the Florida Pediatric Foundation (FPF), the Florida Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (FCAAP) has named the 2021 recipients of its two prestigious Chapter awards.
“The Florida Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics is proud to honor Dr. … Continue reading
The American Rescue Plan expanded the Child Tax Credit, so families can qualify for more money and can receive payments monthly, rather than having to wait until the end of the year. Eligible families will receive $3,600 per child younger than 6 and $3,000 per child ages 6 to 17. … Continue reading
Do you know someone who has been an incredible mentor to those early in their career? Is your practice engaged in noteworthy quality improvement projects that are worth celebrating? Are you on a team that is leading community initiatives that improve child health? … Continue reading
The Florida Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (FCAAP) is hosting an Infection Prevention and Control virtual conference on Saturday, July 17, 2021, from 10:00am ET (9:00am CT) – 3:30pm ET (2:30pm CT). The five and half hour event will consist of four learning sessions using the CDC Project Firstline curriculum materials. … Continue reading
FCAAP APPOINTS NEW OFFICERS TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Tallahassee, FL (June 10, 2021) – Following a recent vacancy in the Vice President position, The Florida Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (FCAAP) has appointed two new Officers to its Board of Directors, … Continue reading
Each year, leadership positions on the Chapter’s Board of Directors open for nomination and election. The following positions are open for nomination this year:
Region 1 Representative
Region 3 Representative
Region 5 Representative
Pediatric Subspecialist At Large Representative
The participation of members in selecting the leaders and representatives of FCAAP is critical! … Continue reading
The Florida Pediatrician is a peer reviewed journal published quarterly by the Editorial Board of the Florida Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics. The journal includes scientific articles, case reports, legislative updates, and other information relevant to pediatricians, pediatric specialists, … Continue reading
On May 20, 2021 the U.S. Food and Drug Administration authorized storage of Pfizer Inc and German partner BioNTech SE’s COVID-19 vaccine at standard freezer temperatures for up to one month, in an effort to make the vaccine more widely available. … Continue reading
Youth e-cigarette use is on the rise, but pediatricians can play a key role in helping their patients quit vaping. Click here to view the special presentation “Escape the Vape: E-Cigarettes 101” from the Florida Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics’ … Continue reading
For Immediate Release
May 17, 2021
Tallahassee, FL
Florida Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics Supports Continued Use of Masks in Schools
Statement by the Florida Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics
“Taking into account that children under 12 years of age are not yet eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine, … Continue reading
