FL Chapter AAP

We are grateful to leaders like FCAAP President Dr. Rana Alissa and FCAAP Legislative Advocacy Committee Co-Chairs Dr. Brittany Bruggeman & Dr. Lisa Gwynn for leading educational events to train pediatric residents on how to become effective advocates for Florida’s children!

Do you look forward to those hallway and exhibit hall conversations between conference sessions? Some of the best insights come from peers sharing what’s working in their practices. Join us at FPP2026 and be part of the dialogue. futureofpediatrics.org

Thank you, Dr. Alma Littles, @FloridaMedical President‑Elect, for joining our advocacy training. Your insights were powerful reminder that when we work together across organizations & disciplines, we amplify our ability to create meaningful, lasting change.

FCAAP has partnered with Discovery Jets, providing lifetime members exclusively with a discount off all charter quotes for travel on Discovery Jets fleet or with their trusted partners. Learn more on the Member Only website. fcaap.org/go/FCAAPMember…

Think you know all there is to know about prenatal alcohol exposure and Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders? Test your knowledge with this quiz from the AAP: aap.org/en/fasd-quiz

Pediatricians can support their patients achieve healthy, active living. Learn more in this AAP News report: publications.aap.org/pediatrics/art…

What are you waiting for? Today is the last day for Early Bird pricing.  FPP 2026 is going to be the all that and a bag of chips - you don't want to miss out! Learn more and register at futureofpediatrics.org

A special thank you to our lobbyists Doug Bell & Aimee Diaz-Lyon for their guidance throughout the 2026 legislative session. In addition to the long days at the Capitol, their role in educating advocates has made a positive impact in the lives of countless kids throughout FL!

Tick, tock, tick, tock. Don't let time run out on Early Bird pricing for The Future of Pediatric Practice 2026!  Register by March 15th for the best rates. Learn more and register at futureofpediatrics.org

We are so grateful for the time @Gayle_Harrell spent with some of Florida’s pediatricians during Children’s Week, teaching them about the Florida Senate and the legislative process. Thank you, Senator Harrell!

We are grateful for the continued support of @FloridaMilk which has renewed its FCAAP Corporate Membership! The Dairy Council of Florida is committed to providing science-based education about the nutrition & health benefits that dairy foods provide. fcaap.org/corporate-memb…

Join us in welcoming Lindsey Turco, MPH, CPH, CHES, as the newest member of the FCAAP staff team! She is bringing more than a decade of experience advancing community health initiatives across Florida to her new role as the FCAAP Program Coordinator. Welcome, Lindsey!

The number of confirmed measles cases in the US reached half of 2025’s total in just the first 2 months of 2026 – & confirmed cases in FL continue to rise. View the CDC Measles tracker to stay informed on outbreaks as you make your Spring Break plans. cdc.gov/measles/data-r…

FPP2026 isn’t just about lectures - it’s about hands-on learning! During Friday's Sports Medicine Masterclass you will learn from experts in the field and participate in hands-on rotations to enhance your skills. Learn more and register at futureofpediatrics.org

Through the sleepless nights, long days, exciting wins, frustrating losses, and everything in between, the FCAAP staffing team shows up, works hard, and makes magic happen - all while having a little fun! Thank you and happy employee appreciation day to the best team in the biz!

Thank you to @CarlosGSmith for joining our 2026 Advocacy Training to talk to pediatricians about the importance of advocacy. Thank you for your work on behalf of Florida’s children, Senator Smith!

Thank you to Senators Berman, Burton, Calatayud, Davis, Harrell, Jones, Osgood, Polsky, Rodriguez, Rouson, Sharief, & Smith for protecting your constituents by standing with the majority of Floridians & with the science by voting NO on SB1756! Thank you!

Clove offers modern shoes for the healthcare provider and offers FCAAP Members discounts and perks with their order. Learn more on the Member Only website. fcaap.org/go/FCAAPMember…

Pediatricians know how important it is for kids to have nutritious foods to help them thrive. National School Breakfast Week celebrates the important role a nutritious school breakfast plays in helping kids start their day ready to learn, grow, & succeed schoolnutrition.org/about-school-m…

FL pediatricians gathered in Tallahassee for Children’s Week 2026 to advocate for kids’ health & oppose expanding non-medical vaccine exemptions. FL’s kindergarten vax rates are well below the 95% needed for community immunity. Our kids deserve better. fcaap.org/CW2026News