Leadership

The Nevada AAP is almost entirely run by chapter members who volunteer their time and talents. We are continuously looking for chapter members who want to take a leadership role. Visit our Get Involved page to learn more.

Caroline Barangan, MD, FAAP

UNR Pediatrics Residency Program Director

Alice Chen, DMD

Chapter Oral Health Advocate (COHA) 

Pam Greenspon, MD, FAAP, DABOM

Early Childhood Champion

Debra Hendrickson, MD, FAAP

Chapter Climate Advocate

Lloyd Jensen, MD, FAAP

Disaster Preparedness Chapter Champion

Randi Lampert, MD, FAAP

Mental Health Initiatives Chapter Champion & Immigrant Health Advocate

Fateh Peera, MD, FAAP

UNLV Pediatric Program Director

Steven A. Shane, MD, FAAP, DABOM

Obesity Prevention Advocate

Rebeka Acosta, BCPA

Patient/Family Advocacy Champion

The American Academy of Pediatrics Section on Pediatric Trainees (SOPT) strives to empower and enable pediatric trainees to be strong leaders and advocates for the health and well‐being of all children. These pediatric trainees go above and beyond in their contributions to the Nevada Chapter of the AAP.

Natalie Osborn, MD

Pediatric Resident Representative, University of Nevada, Reno

Pediatrician Health & Wellness Chapter Champion

Aasna Shah, DO

Pediatric Resident Representative, University of Nevada, Las Vegas

Suicide Prevention Ambassador

Madelyn Colbert

Medical Student, University of Nevada, Las Vegas

Advocacy Chapter Champion

Sarah Saxe

Medical Student, University of Nevada, Las Vegas

Safe Sleep Chapter Champion

Our chapter interns are key to the Nevada Chapter of the AAP. Like our SOPT members, these dedicated individuals bring fresh energy and a commitment to children's health. They provide invaluable support for our initiatives, from research and advocacy to events and communications. Their contributions are essential to our mission, and they gain vital experience as they help us succeed.

Leeza Pesok

 Neuroscience and Behavior/Pre-med

Barnard College, Columbia University