American Academy of Pediatrics - Washington State Chapter (AAP-WSC)

Description

The Washington Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (WCAAP) has a long history of advocating for Washington’s children, their families, and their healthcare providers. The chapter also creates educational resources and provides professional support. Nearly 1000 pediatricians, including general pediatricians, sub-specialists and hospitalists, are members of the WCAAP.
The Chapter is governed by volunteer officers and a board of trustees and is staffed by an executive director, a lobbyist, and a community liaison.

Member benefits

Advocacy
As a member, you directly support advocacy efforts on behalf of Washington State children and their families as well as Pediatricians, Subspecialists, and other Health Professionals. This is a primary focus of our chapter.
Some Examples:
We employ a part-time lobbyist in Olympia who regularly interacts with our Board.
We have developed a one of a kind legislative liaison system that matches local Pediatricians with their district representatives.
We facilitate communication between WCAAP members and government representatives through a variety ways including email, phone calls, and giving testimony at the Capitol.
Collaboration
Membership gives you access to state pediatric experts, policy makers, and community leaders. We are currently making substantial efforts to facilitate member collaboration through our new website and communication processes. Members receive discounted rates to advertise on our new Job Listings section that links to PedsJobs and other national sites through the National Healthcare Career Network.
Education
The WCAAP both supports and catalogs CME offerings throughout Washington.
Our website resource section offers Washington State specific information and links for members and their patients to a variety of pertinent topics in Pediatrics.
Members receive important information about issues affecting pediatric healthcare in our state through our newsletter and timely emails.
We are also working to develop online CME offerings as an included member benefit.
Leadership
Whether you prefer a large or small role, there many leadership opportunities available through the WCAAP. Please check out the “Get Involved” section for more details.