Maine Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics

Maine Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics An organization of pediatricians and subspecialists aiming to fulfill the Chapter’s mission: to improve the lives of children and adolescents in Maine.

The Maine Chapter, AAP is a membership organization of 220 pediatricians and subspecialists who are dedicated to fulfilling the Chapter’s mission: to improve the lives of children and adolescents in Maine. The Chapter supports the achievement of this mission through the following activities:

Provide members with the best tools, skills and knowledge to remain the best qualified health professional

s who deliver care to infants, children, adolescents and young adults. Participate in forums in which issues of importance to children and pediatricians are addressed. Work with individuals, government and non-governmental organizations to secure access to and delivery of high quality care in a medical home for all children. Monitor the effect of changes to the health care delivery system on children and pediatricians. Provide opportunities for members to get involved in committees, programs and initiatives at national AAP. The Maine AAP also supports the following resources:
http://www.healthychildren.org/English/Pages/default.aspx
http://www.letsgo.org/

If a tick bites, do you know what to do? Follow these steps and consult your doctor if you have any concerns or exhibit ...
06/01/2026

If a tick bites, do you know what to do? Follow these steps and consult your doctor if you have any concerns or exhibit symptoms!

It’s National Heat Awareness Day. Did you know that 1 in 4 hot car deaths happen when kids get trapped in cars? To preve...
05/29/2026

It’s National Heat Awareness Day. Did you know that 1 in 4 hot car deaths happen when kids get trapped in cars? To prevent tragedies from happening, always lock your car when it isn’t in use. If you see a child alone in a locked car, take action quickly and call 911. Learn more at: https://www.noheatstroke.org/

It’s EMS for Children Day! When an emergency occurs involving a child, Maine’s EMS-S professionals are there and ready t...
05/20/2026

It’s EMS for Children Day! When an emergency occurs involving a child, Maine’s EMS-S professionals are there and ready to respond. Thank you EMS-C Clinicians!

May is Asthma Awareness Month. Talk to your child’s pediatrician or family provider to identify asthma triggers and deve...
05/18/2026

May is Asthma Awareness Month. Talk to your child’s pediatrician or family provider to identify asthma triggers and develop an asthma action plan to reduce the risk of asthma attacks.

The AAP recently released a new policy explaining the importance of recess and free periods for students of all ages. Wh...
05/15/2026

The AAP recently released a new policy explaining the importance of recess and free periods for students of all ages. While recess is often absent from the schedules of older students, revoked as a punishment for younger students, or shortened to maximize classroom time, the AAP urges that these policies can be detrimental to health and learning. Read more: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/gradeschool/school/Pages/why-school-recess-matters-for-kids-of-all-ages-AAP-policy-explained.aspx

Address

30 Association Drive
Manchester, ME
04351

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Maine Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Shortcuts

Share