The MDAAP has a long and distinguished history of advocacy and support of Maryland’s children and adolescents and their health care needs.
The Maryland Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics (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. 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.
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Please note that this application applies to Maryland Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics annual membership only…
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For any questions please contact MDAAP Executive Director, Loretta I. Hoepfner, MSOD at loretta@mdaap.org.
2023 MDAAP Chapter Annual Meeting
Adolescent Health Summit
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Pediatric Provider and Practice Wellness
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Pediatric Lessons Learned
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The Evolution of Pediatric
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Upcoming Events
75th Anniversary Celebration and 2025 MDAAP Chapter Annual Meeting
September 13, 2025
2:30-7:00 PM
Linthicum Heights, MD
MDAAP Chapter Board of Directors Zoom Meeting
November 10, 2025
7:00-8:00 PM
For all upcoming events & meetings, go to https://www.mdaap.org/events-meetings/.
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