If you are not a current member of the Chapter, we would like to take this opportunity to invite you to become a member of the Georgia Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics. Here are 8 reasons you should join the chapter today!
1. Chapter annual dues are only $145 per year. (or less, depending on your member type!)
2. In 2004, the Georgia
Chapter received the American Academy of Pediatrics’ “Outstanding Chapter”
award, in the Very Large Category. The Chapter also received this award in
2000, 1996, and 1965.
3. The Chapter continues to work with public health to improve and maintain high immunization rates.
4. The Chapter is your voice in advocating for children’s health and safety issues at the state legislature.
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. The Chapter continues to support a pediatric practice managers association (GPPMA) and nurses association (GPNA) for the ongoing education of these important colleagues.6
. The Chapter has two annual CME meetings held in Atlanta and Sea Island.7
. The Pediatric Foundation of Georgia continues to work to improve the lives of Georgia’s children and pediatric community.8
. The Chapter publishes 3 issues of The Georgia Pediatrician each year, to keep its members informed on current and local news in pediatrics.Click Here for a GA Chapter Membership Application
Q:
Is membership in the Georgia Chapter automatic for national AAP
members?
A:
No. In the AAP, you can be a member of the national and not the state
Chapter, and vice versa. The overwhelming majority of our members are members of
both: but we do have some members who belong to the Chapter but not to national.
Q:
Do I need to be board
certified in pediatrics to join the Georgia Chapter?
A:
No. Board Certification is not required to join the Chapter. However, you do
need board certification in pediatrics to join the national AAP.
Q:
What are the categories of membership at
the Georgia Chapter?
A:
The Chapter has the following member categories: Fellow ( a member of
the national AAP also) , Affiliate ( a member of the Georgia Chapter only),
Resident Fellow, Candidate Fellow ( years 1-7 following residency completion),
Post Residency Training Fellow and Associate Member/Section Affiliate (pediatric
dentists, nurses, PA’s).
Q:
What is the difference between a Fellow and a Candidate
Fellow?
A:
A Fellow is board certified in pediatrics and receives
all of the Academy’s benefits. These benefits are as follows:
holding a national office position
voting using
the ‘FAAP’ designation receiving
a membership certificate
complimentary AAP manuals
A Candidate Fellow is not yet board-certified, but has completed a pediatric residency. Candidate Fellows have 7 years before they are required to become board-certified. They receive limited benefits, including a listing in the AAP Fellowship Directory and subscriptions to Pediatrics, AAP News and Health Kids.
Q:
How do I become a Fellow of the national AAP?
A:
To become a Fellow, one must be
board-certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. The Academy automatically
sends all newly board-certified diplomats an application for membership, but any
board-certified pediatrician may request an application by sending an e-mail
message to membership@aap.org or
calling the Division of Member Services at 800/433-9016.
Q:
How long does it take to process an application for Full Fellow
status?
A:
After the application, one time initiation fee, and two sponsoring statements
are received, it is a 4-month approval process.
Q:
How do I pay my Chapter dues?
A:
Dues are generally paid to the national AAP office for both
individuals who belong to the national and the Chapter; and also those who
belong only to the Chapter. Members who belong only to the Chapter and not the
national are called "Chapter Affiliates". The national office also bills
Chapter Affiliates for Chapter dues. Once the national AAP collects Chapter
dues, the funds are then forwarded to the Chapter office in Atlanta. The AAP
generally begins billing members in late spring for the upcoming year.
Q:
When is the AAPs and the Chapters membership and fiscal year?
A:
July 1 to June 30 is the
membership and fiscal year for both.
Q:
Can Pediatric Dentists, Nurses, and Physician Assistants join the
Chapter?
A:
Yes, they can join the Chapter as Section Affiliates. Also, Pediatric
Dentists may join the national AAP as Associate Members.
Chapter Dues for 2006-2007 Year
(membership year begins July 1)
| Fellow | $ 145 |
| Specialty Fellow (Specialty other than Pediatrics) | $ 145 |
| Chapter Affiliate (Chapter Member but non member of AAP) | $ 145 |
| Candidate Fellow (Maximum 7 years - post residency) | $ 110 |
| Resident Fellow (Resident program in Georgia) | $ 0 |
| Post-Residency Training Fellow | $ 50 |
| Emeritus Fellow (Over age 65) | $ 0 |
| Retired Fellow (Under age 65) | $ 20 |
| Medical Students | $ 0 |
| Auxiliary Chapter Member (Member AAP with 2nd chapter membership) | $ 50 |
| Affiliate Associate (Nurses, PAs, Dentists (Chapter only), etc.) | $ 70 |
| Associate Member (Pediatric Dentists, member of chapter and AAP) | $ 70 |
Dues remitted to the Georgia Chapter are not deductible as a charitable contribution but may be deducted as an ordinary and necessary business expense. However, 25% of the Chapter dues is not deductible as a business expense for 2006 because of the chapter's lobbying activity.
Please consult your tax advisor for specific information.
For more information on Membership to the Georgia Chapter, please call (404) 881-5067 or email ksumpter@gaaap.org