Engage in scholarly pursuits through faculty appointments, research and opportunities to lead policy development and review guidelines as they are developed
Distinguish yourself as a pediatric expert with the FAAP designation and Specialty Fellow Certificate
Hold leadership positions and serve on national committees that advise on initiatives relevant to your area of expertise
Stay connected to the broader world of pediatrics through Red Book® Online, Pediatrics (print and online), AAP News (print and online), eBreaking News and AAP News OnCall
Advocate for children and your specialty as a Key Contact in the Federal Advocacy Action Network (FAAN)
Specialty Fellow Membership also allows you to:
Close practice gaps through EQIPP quality improvement courses
Participate in improving the quality and value of care and outcomes for children through the Quality Improvement Innovation Networks (QUIIN)
Collaborate with others who share similar interests and specialties through membership opportunities in the other Sections and Councils
Save money through Member discount programs in insurance, credit cards, car rentals, office supplies, website development, pediatric purchasing programs and more
Save money with member discounts on AAP products, services, and meetings
Access members-only content throughout aap.org
Improve practice efficiency and patient care through valuable Practice Support resources online
Promote your practice through a listing in Find a Pediatrician on healthychildren.org
Access more than 66,000 pediatric colleagues through the Membership Directory
Conveniently book travel through AAP Travel Services or online through Concur