by Mark Hinson | Nov 5, 2015 | 2015-11, Advocacy
To cap off this year’s AAP National Conference & Exhibition, DC Chapter members, along with over 200 fellow pediatricians from around the country, gathered in front of the U.S. Capitol to rally for children’s health and show their support for strong federal...
by Mark Hinson | Nov 5, 2015 | 2015-11, Announcements
In the fall of 2015, the Medical Home Chapter Champions Program on Asthma, Allergy and Anaphylaxis (MHCCPAAA) held an Educational and Networking Conference for pediatric chapter champions and chapter representatives passionate about improving asthma, allergy and...
by Mark Hinson | Nov 3, 2015 | 2015-11, Advocacy
The DC AAP combined efforts with the American Heart Association and the American College of Cardiology to advocate for CPR & AED training in DC schools. Currently the D.C. City Council is considering Bill B21-243: The Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Automated...
by Mark Hinson | Nov 3, 2015 | 2015-11
For the first time, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) is recommending that pediatricians screen all children for food insecurity. In a new policy statement identifying the short and long-term adverse health impacts of food insecurity, the AAP also recommends...
by Mark Hinson | Nov 3, 2015 | 2015-11
The DC AAP was honored to host two terrific events during NCE. The first was a Federal Affairs reception for pediatricians working in the Federal Government. The second event was the President’s Reception at the St. Regis Hotel. Both events were a hit with a variety...
by Mark Hinson | Nov 3, 2015 | 2015-11
Your responses from the membership survey last month have been compiled and analyzed by a National AAP Strategic Planning expert who will facilitate an all-day Strategic Planning Retreat on November 7th. Your input will help inform the Board as they determine chapter...
