Louisiana Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics

The Louisiana Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (LA AAP) is a small nonprofit membership organization with the mission of advocating for the optimal health and wellbeing of all youth in Louisiana and those who care for them through education, collaboration, and support. Our priorities include:

• Promoting the interests of Louisiana AAP members.
• Increasing the involvement of members of the Louisiana AAP in educating policy makers to support quality pediatric practice for the wellbeing of children in Louisiana.
• Supporting knowledge of and participation in legislative and advocacy activities at a local level.
• Building coalitions with other organizations working towards improving children’s health and well-being.
• Providing quality educational opportunities for ongoing professional development.