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50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Resource for Pediatric Care and Advocacy in Georgia
Founded in 1954, the Georgia Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics has dedicated seven decades to advancing pediatric healthcare across Georgia. Our organization serves as a vital resource and advocate for over 1,700 pediatricians, focusing on legislative advocacy, continuing medical education, and community health initiatives. Through programs like EPIC Breastfeeding and EPIC Immunization, we provide evidence-based resources to improve child health outcomes. Our advocacy efforts have shaped critical legislation, including child abuse statutes and healthcare access reforms.With a strong commitment to diversity and equity, we support pediatric professionals through leadership development, networking opportunities, and practice management resources. Our annual events, including Pediatrics in the Park and legislative advocacy days, foster professional growth while addressing Georgia's unique pediatric healthcare challenges. As a 501(c)(3) organization, we also operate the Pediatric Foundation of Georgia to further support children's health initiatives and medical student training in pediatrics.
Services
Pediatric Advocacy
Continuing Medical Education
EPIC Breastfeeding Program
EPIC Immunization Program
Medical Practice Support
Child Health Policy
Legislative Representation
Professional Networking
Practice Management Resources
Community Health Initiatives
Details
- Year established: 1954
Highlights and features
- We offer 70 years of experience in Georgia pediatric healthcare advocacy
- Our team provides accredited continuing medical education programs for pediatricians
- We implement evidence-based programs like EPIC Breastfeeding and EPIC Immunization
- Our organization has shaped Georgia's child health legislation since 1954
- We connect over 1,700 pediatric professionals through networking and resources
Services
Pediatric Advocacy
We advocate for infants, children, and adolescents at the Georgia State Capitol through our dedicated PEDPAC initiative. Our legislative efforts focus on improving child healthcare access, immunization programs, and child protection policies. With decades of experience shaping Georgia's healthcare legislation, we work to ensure pediatric priorities are represented in state policy decisions.
Continuing Medical Education
As an accredited CME provider, we deliver high-quality educational programs for Georgia's pediatric professionals. Our offerings include annual conferences like Pediatrics in the Park, webinars, and specialized training sessions covering the latest developments in pediatric care and best practices for clinical implementation.
EPIC Breastfeeding Program
This peer-to-peer education initiative promotes breastfeeding through community outreach and professional training. Our program connects healthcare providers with evidence-based resources to improve breastfeeding outcomes across Georgia, addressing both clinical practice and community support systems.
EPIC Immunization Program
Focused on preventing vaccine-preventable diseases, this program provides Georgia pediatricians with the latest immunization guidelines and outbreak prevention strategies. We work closely with public health officials to maintain high vaccination rates and address vaccine hesitancy through education.
Professional Networking
We connect Georgia's pediatric professionals through committees, sections, and local networking opportunities. Our members gain access to specialized groups covering areas like adolescent medicine, emergency care, and pediatric subspecialties, fostering collaboration across the state's pediatric community.
People
Angela Flanigan
Executive Director
Angela Flanigan leads the Georgia Chapter AAP with over 15 years of experience in nonprofit management. She oversees organizational operations, strategic initiatives, and member services while maintaining key industry partnerships to advance pediatric healthcare in Georgia.
Sally Goza
Past President
Dr. Sally Goza served as AAP National President and continues contributing to Georgia pediatrics. A dedicated advocate for children's health, she focuses on improving access to care and addressing health disparities through policy development and community engagement.
Hugo Scornik
Legislative Committee Chair
Dr. Hugo Scornik leads our legislative advocacy efforts with decades of experience in healthcare policy. He works to advance child health legislation in Georgia, focusing on immunization requirements, Medicaid improvements, and pediatric healthcare access initiatives.
Cordia Starling
EPIC Immunization Director
Dr. Cordia Starling directs our immunization programs with expertise in epidemiology and preventive medicine. She provides leadership on vaccine implementation strategies, outbreak prevention, and public health education for Georgia's pediatric community.
Claire Eden
EPIC Breastfeeding Director
Claire Eden coordinates our breastfeeding support initiatives with specialized lactation expertise. She develops educational materials and training programs for healthcare providers while promoting community-based breastfeeding support networks across Georgia.
Questions
What services does the Georgia AAP provide for pediatricians?
We offer continuing education, legislative advocacy, practice management resources, and networking opportunities through specialized committees and sections.
How does the organization support child health policy?
Our PEDPAC initiative advocates at the state capitol for child health legislation, including immunization requirements and Medicaid expansion efforts.
What educational programs are available?
We provide accredited CME through annual conferences, webinars, and specialized programs like EPIC Breastfeeding and EPIC Immunization.
How can pediatricians get involved?
Members can join committees, attend networking events, participate in advocacy days, or contribute to our various pediatric health initiatives.
What community health programs do you operate?
Our EPIC programs focus on breastfeeding support and immunization education, while our foundation provides grants to children's health organizations.
How is the organization funded?
We receive support through membership dues, foundation grants, and donations to our Pediatric Foundation of Georgia endowment campaign.
