American Academy for Cerebral Palsy & Developmental Medicine (AACPDM)

American Academy for Cerebral Palsy & Developmental Medicine (AACPDM) AACPDM's vision is to advance the health and well-being of all individuals with cerebral palsy and other childhood-onset disabilities.

Mission
To provide multidisciplinary scientific education for health professionals and promote excellence in research and services for the benefit of people with and at risk for cerebral palsy and other childhood-onset disabilities. Vision
AACPDM is a global leader in the multidisciplinary scientific education of health professionals and researchers dedicated to the well being of people with and at risk for cerebral palsy and other childhood-onset disabilities.

Now open! 💻 Learn from this multidisciplinary team about each functional level of spina bifida and the importance of man...
02/02/2026

Now open! 💻 Learn from this multidisciplinary team about each functional level of spina bifida and the importance of manual muscle testing in facilitating treatment recommendations. Learn more and register here: https://ow.ly/Ynlh50Y0Ver

Deadline for abstract submissions is THIS SATURDAY, January 31, for the AACPDM 2026 Annual Meeting! 👉 Send yours to us h...
01/29/2026

Deadline for abstract submissions is THIS SATURDAY, January 31, for the AACPDM 2026 Annual Meeting! 👉 Send yours to us here: https://ow.ly/PJc050XY9oK

Don't miss your opportunity, registration closes this Friday for the Transition of Mental Health Care in Adolescents and...
01/27/2026

Don't miss your opportunity, registration closes this Friday for the Transition of Mental Health Care in Adolescents and Young Adults with Medical Complexity eCourse! ✏️

Register Here: https://ow.ly/RZlk50Y0Ufe

The February issue of the official AACPDM Journal, 'Developmental Medicine & Child Neurology' is now available! 📰 Visit ...
01/23/2026

The February issue of the official AACPDM Journal, 'Developmental Medicine & Child Neurology' is now available! 📰 Visit https://ow.ly/6Xsa50VgNQY to view the complete issue. AACPDM members are eligible for publication discounts!

This issue features:
🔹Animal models of CP
🔹Selective Control Assessment of the Lower Extremity for Infants and Toddlers
🔹Reference curves from GMFM-66 in children with CP
🔹ADHD childhood trajectories in males and females – Editor's Choice
🔹Age of onset and expected lifespan in childhood neuronal ceroid lipofuscinoses

Celebrate 80 years of AACPDM in our podcast! 🎙️🎉 We'll explore our rich history, dive into groundbreaking research shapi...
01/22/2026

Celebrate 80 years of AACPDM in our podcast! 🎙️🎉 We'll explore our rich history, dive into groundbreaking research shaping the future of care, and highlight the incredible people who make this community thrive. Each episode will offer pioneering insights, family stories, and conversations that get to the heart of AACPDM. ▶️ https://ow.ly/smsB50Y0lfu

The AACPDM Membership renewal is still underway! Stay connected with our growing and evolving Academy. Current members c...
01/20/2026

The AACPDM Membership renewal is still underway! Stay connected with our growing and evolving Academy. Current members can renew through the online Membership portal.

Visit https://ow.ly/T8e150XXtxn for more information about membership types, dues, and benefits.

Transition of care is optimized by a comprehensive team, which, in addition to the patient, may include family, physicia...
01/19/2026

Transition of care is optimized by a comprehensive team, which, in addition to the patient, may include family, physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers, educators, legal representations, and advocates. This course will explore these roles further, illustrate some of the pitfalls of mental health transition in this patient population, and outline strategies for optimizing transition of care.

Register Here: https://www.aacpdm.org/professional-opportunities/ecourses/20252026-lifespan-ecourse

Call for submissions! 📢 AACPDM is accepting abstract submissions until Saturday, January 31 for the 2026 Annual Meeting ...
01/16/2026

Call for submissions! 📢 AACPDM is accepting abstract submissions until Saturday, January 31 for the 2026 Annual Meeting in Philadelphia. From science advances to disability representation, find out more about submissions and send yours here: https://ow.ly/PJc050XY9oK

Applications are open for the 2026 Healthcare Mentorship Program cohort in partnership with the Cerebral Palsy Foundatio...
01/13/2026

Applications are open for the 2026 Healthcare Mentorship Program cohort in partnership with the Cerebral Palsy Foundation! 🤝 Share this great opportunity that supports those with cerebral palsy who are in early stages of a career in healthcare.

From March-September 2026, participating individuals will:
💡 Learn from healthcare professionals with CP through one-on-one mentorship
💻 Receive cohort-wide support and participation in 6 monthly webinars
✈️ Get the opportunity to attend the 2026 AACPDM Annual Meeting in Philadelphia!

👉 Applications are due January 26. Learn more here: https://ow.ly/w9wz50XWcVH

Many youth and young adults with complex health care needs receive little or no transition preparation to adult provider...
01/05/2026

Many youth and young adults with complex health care needs receive little or no transition preparation to adult providers (CDC), especially with regards to mental health needs. Children with medical complexity face extra barriers (fragmentation, lack of adult providers, and inadequate training). Find out why in our e-course “Mental Health Care in Adolescents and Young Adults.”

Register Here: https://www.aacpdm.org/professional-opportunities/ecourses/20252026-lifespan-ecourse

Address

555 E Wells Street, Ste 1100
Milwaukee, WI
53202

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

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