The Task Force on Safety & Wellbeing comprises a diverse group of AAP members from across the country who work in a variety of practice settings. Some are experts in the field of wellbeing and safety, while others have experienced adversity in practice themselves.

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Task Force Overview

The task force is charged with the following: identifying key drivers impacting wellbeing and safety of pediatricians; identifying short, medium and long-term opportunities to enhance wellbeing and safety; identifying what unique role(s) the AAP should play in the above opportunities while identifying key partners to address pediatrician needs.

We Are Pediatricians

Listen to these pediatricians, who are members of the American Academy of Pediatrics, describe who they are, what they do and what drives them to provide the best possible health care for all children.

Doctor examining young boys throat

PLACES Wellness and Burnout Report

System interventions and strategies to transform the work setting.

Safety and Wellbeing Resources

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Physician Support Line 1-888-409-0141

Psychiatrists helping US physician colleagues and medical students navigate the many intersections of personal and professional lives.  Free and confidential, no appointment necessary.  

Delete Me Doxxing App

Delete Me empowers individuals and organizations to reclaim their privacy by removing personal data from online sources. Disclaimer- This resource does not constitute official endorsement by the Academy.

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AAP District Voices

During the 2024 annual leadership conference, the task force heard directly from District representatives to learn what is most important to AAP members regarding safety and wellbeing. According to an informal virtual survey of Leadership Conference attendees, the topics most affecting the health, safety and well-being of pediatricians include pay, administrative burdens, nonclinical tasks, charting, insurance and workload.

Advocacy

AAP Advocacy Resources
View how the Academy advocates for a wide range of issues that impact children, families and pediatricians.
Preserving Medicaid & Chip Coverage
The Academy is advocating to ensure children do not inappropriately lose their health care coverage and is equipping pediatricians with tools to inform families.
Advocacy Action Center
Contact your members of Congress on child health issues and learn about AAP's federal advocacy priorities.
Last Updated

07/10/2025

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American Academy of Pediatrics