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...
CALL FOR NOMINATIONS: 2025 SCHIEBLER AND LICHTBLAU AWARDS
Nominations are now being accepted for the 2025 Audrey Lincourt Schiebler, RN, FAAP, and Gerold Schiebler, MD, FAAP, Advocacy Award and the Phillip O. Lichtblau, MD, Award!
New SMMC in effect
The newly procured Statewide Medicaid Managed Care (SMMC) health and dental plans were implemented February 1, 2025. The Agency for Health Care Administration’s mission is “Better Health Care for All Floridians” and they are hopeful that the information below will...
FCAAP E-Cigarette Taskforce Creates Youth Vaping Resources
In an effort to support FCAAP members and pediatric providers throughout Florida, FCAAP E-Cigarette Taskforce collaborated with Tobacco Free Jacksonville to develop a Youth Vaping and Tobacco Use Toolkit and a Nicotine Replacement Therapy supplemental document.
FPF NAMES 2025 ST. PETERY PEDIATRIC TRAINEE ADVOCACY TRAINING SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS
Congratulations to the 2025 Louis B. St. Petery, Jr., MD, FAAP, and Julia Revel St. Petery, MD, FAAP, Pediatric Trainee Advocacy Training Scholarship recipients!
FCAAP SUPPORTS COMMUNITY WATER FLUORIDATION
The mission of the Florida Chapter of American Academy of Pediatrics, Inc. (FCAAP) and the more than 2,800 pediatricians it represents is to optimize the health, growth, and development of all children. Having reviewed the available information on the benefits and risks of fluoridating the public water supply, FCAAP stands with the Florida Dental Association in its continued support for fluoridation of the water supply in our communities.
Key Topics Overview of the FRAME Program
The Florida Reimbursement Assistance for Medical Education (FRAME) program supports healthcare professionals by reimbursing medical education expenses for those who commit to serving in areas with critical healthcare needs. This webinar will provide an overview of the...
Improving Outcomes for Pediatric Patients with Uncontrolled Moderate to Severe Asthma Using a Collaborative Approach: Recognition, Referral, and Management in the Era of Targeted Treatment Options
Join colleagues from across the state at 12:00pm ET (11:00am CT) on Thursday, December 12 for a free webinar led by William C. Anderson III, MD, FACAAI, FAAAI, FAAP, an Associate Professor of Pediatrics at Children's Hospital Colorado and the University of Colorado...
Clearing the Way for Pediatric Patients of All Races with Moderate to Severe Atopic Dermatitis: Expert Perspectives on Identifying and Assessing Disease Severity and Implementing Targeted Treatment
Join colleagues from across the state at 12:00pm ET (11:00am CT) on Tuesday, December 10 for a free webinar led by Jennifer Schoch, MD, FAAD, clinical professor at the University of Florida Department of Dermatology. Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a chronic disease with a...
FREE WEBINAR: Identifying and Treating Mental Health Challenges in Young Children
This free session will provide essential information on effective assessment and treatment of mental health challenges in young children, ensuring that early signs of emotional and behavioral challenges are recognized and addressed promptly.