Maryland Chapter, American Academy of PEdiatrics
The MDAAP
The MDAAP has a long and distinguished history of advocacy and support of Maryland’s children and adolescents and their health care needs.
The MDAAP is a recognized 501(c)6 organization in the state of Maryland. Since its inception in 1950, the MDAAP has a long and distinguished history of advocacy and support of Maryland’s children and adolescents and their health care needs.
Join the MDAAP
Learn more about Maryland chapter membership.
Chapter Committees
Explore our committee activities.
Who We Are
What we do, our mission, governance, and more.
Officers & Representitives
Officers, Representatives, and Past Presidents.
Our Mission
To support and encourage pediatricians in the promotion of optimal health for all of Maryland’s children and adolescents” speaks to that commitment. The MDAAP initiates and supports programs that respond to the needs of children and adolescents and their healthcare providers through collaborative and creative programming with other public and private organizations.
Upcoming Events & Meetings
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MDAAP Zoom Webinar: “Flumist Self/Caregiver Administration: An Innovative Approach to Help Prevent Influenza”
September 17, 2025
5:30-6:30 PM
MDAAP/MDH Webinar Series “Ask A Pediatrician: Webinar for School Nurses”
October 20, 2025
3:00-4:00 PM
Maryland Youth
Suicide Prevention
Summit
October 24, 2025
8:30 AM-5:00 PM
Kennedy Krieger Institute
Baltimore, MD
In the News
AAP News Release
American Academy of Pediatrics Releases Influenza Vaccine Recommendations for 2025-26 Season
AAP News Release
American Academy of Pediatrics Reiterates its Support for Eliminating Nonmedical Exemptions for Vaccinations
AAP News Release
American Academy of Pediatrics Outlines Barriers, Solutions to Improving Children’s Access to Antiretroviral Therapy for HIV
AAP News Release
American Academy of Pediatrics Publishes Clinical Report on Genetic Condition 22q11.2 Deletion Syndrome
AAP News Release
American Academy of Pediatrics Publishes Updates on Care for Patients With Trisomy 13 and 18
Featured Items
AAP Policy Statement
Recommendations for Prevention and Control of Influenza in Children, 2025–2026
AAP Policy Statement
Medical vs Nonmedical Immunization Exemptions for Child Care and School Attendance
AAP Policy Statement
Increasing Access to Antiretroviral Therapy for the Prevention and Treatment of HIV in Infants, Children, and Youth in the US.
AAP Clinical Report
Health Supervision for Children With 22q11.2 Deletion Syndrome
AAP Clinical Report
Guidance for Caring for Infants and Children With Trisomy 13 and Trisomy 18
Information for
Parents & Guardians
For general information regarding child health, HealthyChildren.org is a great resource. The Maryland Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics has access to child health experts on many topics! Connect with us if you need a speaker, panelist, or spokesperson!
