Fellowship Trainees

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Enhance your training.

Stay connected to pediatrics as you embark on your subspecialty training. Network with other fellowship trainees and benefit from an array of leadership and career development opportunities. Find your professional home in the AAP section or council dedicated to your particular area of expertise.

Join as a Fellowship Trainee

Membership Requirements

Individuals must:

have completed a pediatric residency approved by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) and be currently enrolled in a pediatric fellowship training program (defined as any fellowship or secondary residency program affiliated with an academic center, medical center, or private foundation); or
be currently enrolled and have completed at least 2 years of training in an Alternative Pathway residency program approved by the American Board of Pediatrics; or
have completed a medical or surgical residency* and be currently enrolled in a pediatric fellowship training program leading to proficiency and/or certification in a pediatric surgical or pediatric-oriented subspecialty.
*Pediatric surgical trainees who are applicants for Fellowship Trainee Membership will also be required to affiliate with a designated specialty Section/Council.

Annual Dues $150.00

Featured Benefits for Fellowship Trainee Members:

PREP Subspecialty Self-Assessment board preparation resources (online)
Red Book® Online – the premier tool for diagnoses and treatment of infectious diseases
Pediatrics® (print and online), AAP News™ (print and online), eBreaking News, and AAP News OnCall
PediaLink® – Individualized Learning Plans, manage and evaluate scholarly activities, QI projects, and written evaluations
AAP Online Mentorship Program – find guidance, work towards goals, and connect with others
Student loan consolidation options through SoFi and Laurel Road
Academic and Subspecialty advocacy reports
Automatic membership in the Section on Pediatric Trainees (SOPT) – listserv and collaboration site access for members-only content and committee liaison position opportunities
SOPT annual advocacy campaign participation

AAP Products Sponsored for Fellowship Trainees:

Pediatric Care Online (3 months access)

Additional Benefits

Use of the FAAP credential (if board certified)
Pediatric Nutrition eBook
Guidelines for Perinatal Care eBook
MOC part 4 EQIPP QI online courses
Early National Conference and Exhibition registration at a member discount
Practice support resources on aap.org
Advocacy Action Center – contact members of Congress on child health issues, learn about AAP’s federal advocacy priorities, and access advocacy training modules
Regular legislative updates via email
Section/Council membership in accordance with bylaws (additional fees may apply)
AAP Member Opportunities – volunteer and leadership opportunities, webinars, grants, scholarships, and awards
Online Member Directory
Opportunity to serve on national committees (as liaison if not board certified)
Voting privileges (if board certified)
Up to 30% savings on AAP products, services, and education
Member Advantage Programs (insurance, car rentals, and more)
Online travel services

Ready to Join?

Enjoy all of the benefits listed above and start advancing your career.

Become a Fellowship Trainee Member

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