Welcome to the home page of
New York Chapter
2 of
The American Academy of
Pediatrics
The New York Chapter of the AAP
was established in 1949 as an endorsed Chapter Affiliate of the national
organization. The AAP is a national organization composed of over 55,000
pediatricians. There are approximately 1,200 members in New York Chapter
2.
Correspondence for the New York Chapter 2 of American Academy of Pediatrics
should be sent to:
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NY
Chapter 2 AAP
PO Box 1411
Smithtown, NY 11787
(516) 326-0310
Fax: (516) 326-0316
Chapter 2 Executive Director
Ellie Ward
District Administrative
Coordinator/
Chapter 2 Assistant Executive Director:
Jessica Geslani
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New York Chapter 2 is a non-profit organization with
the following objectives:
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To improve the health and welfare of all infants, children,
adolescents and young adults in the State of New York.
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To unite qualified pediatricians of lower New York State
into a representative organization for the advancement of the practice of
pediatrics.
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To study the scientific, educational, social, economic,
and legislative aspects of medicine in order to maintain the highest standards
of practice in pediatrics, and to prepare and recommend necessary changes
in existing or contemplated medical programs.
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To further the policies and the objectives of the American
Academy of Pediatrics at the state and local level.
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To promote excellence in pediatric care by organizing
programs of post-graduate education.
See a copy of
our Strategic Plan
and our
Chapter
Fact Sheet
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on parental teaching of driving to teens, courtesy of CBS and the
National Safety Council.
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In
Memoriam
David Annunziato, MD, FAAP
September 6, 1921 - November 29, 2011
In lieu of flowers the family requests memorial donations
to any of the following:
American Academy of Pediatrics
Historical Archives Advisory Committee
or
St. David’s Lutheran Church Fund
or
The charity of your choice that helps alleviate hunger. |
 Chapter 2
has received an Award of Chapter Excellence from the American Academy of
Pediatrics for 2011.
Congratulations to Martin Fisher, MD, for having received the AAP's
2010 Adele Dellenbaugh Hofmann Award
in recognition of exemplary achievement in the field of Adolescent Health.
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New York Chapter
2 of the AAP is governed by the Board of Directors and the Executive Officers.
The Executive Committee meets monthly either by telephone conference
call or in person at various Chapter meetings. The Board of Directors
meets at least 4 times per year to conduct the business of the chapter.
The chapter
committees meet at the discretion of the committee chairperson.
In this section of our Web Site we publish news of
the Executive Committee, the Board of Directors and the various committees
of the Chapter.
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We are now able to
post opportunities for pediatricians, and are members are able to post their
CV's and search for positions. Try it out!
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Chapter Pediatric
Societies
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New York Chapter 2 is divided
into four Pediatric Societies, each representing the Pediatricians in their
respective counties. Each Society has its own executive Committee with
representatives on the Chapter Executive Board, and its own web
site.
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New York Chapter 2 conducts
regular meetings of its Board of Directors, as well as meetings for post-graduate
education. One meeting each year is a Chapter General Membership Business
meeting, and is hosted alternately by one of the Pediatric
Societies.
Click above for our Calendar.
Last Updated:
11/28/11 |
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What's new in Chapter, State and Federal news
and legislation that affects pediatrics.
Click here for information on Pediatric
legislation, and news affecting New York in particular.
Last Updated: 7/17/07
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What's New |
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Save the Dates!
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Tarrytown House Estate and Conference Center
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Transitioning to Adulthood
- from the Committee on Children with
Disabilties
CDC
Seasonal Flu Update,
AAP and CDC resource on Prevention
and Treatment of Influenza in Newborns
and
NYC Influenza Web Portal
NYS
Clinical Guideline for the
Diagnosis, Evaluation and Management of Adults and Children with Asthma
-2009
AAP
Statement on ECGs in ADHD/Stimulants
Statement
of the Committee on Infectious Diseases of the American Academy of
Pediatrics, District II, New York State regarding thimerosal and the
Measles/Mumps/Rubella (MMR) vaccine
Emergency Preparedness
From the Yoga and Meditation Committee:
Meditation
Meditation
Getaways
NYS
Prevention of MRSA Infection in the School Setting
Search
for local dentists who will see children at a free or reduced price
Obesity
Packet from the Nutrition Committee: Managing Overweight
Patients
Teen
Parties, Alcohol, and Parental Responsibilities
- new brochure (and en
espanol) from the Committee on Adolescence
ABC's
of Early Intervention
Brochure for printing will be available soon.
Section 504 and the Pediatrician
Smoke Free Homes Initiative Press
Release
Committee on
Youth and Adolescence's web site on Nutritionals and Herbal
Medicines!
Just for Teens: Herbal and
Nutritional Supplements!
...and a poster for your office!
Resources from the American Cancer Society:
Hall of Fame!
Insurance Grievance Form
for complaints for HMO's
Thinking of recommendations for
the AAP? The District
II Resolution Process page will help you get started.
and for residents:
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Quick Pick Brochures and Information |
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