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The Washington Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (WCAAP) has a long history of advocating for Washington’s children, their families and their health care providers. The chapter also creates educational resources and provides professional support. More than 1000 pediatric health care providers, including general pediatricians, sub-specialists, hospitalists, family physicians and advanced practice providers are members of the WCAAP. The Chapter is governed by volunteer officers and a board of trustees and is staffed by an executive director, lobbyist, communications manager, two program managers and program coordinator as well as a contract CFO.
Our Vision
We nurture human potential.
As pediatricians, we aspire to ensure a foundation of lifetime health and improve the well-being of future generations.
Our Mission
To accomplish our mission, we will:
- Empower pediatricians to provide quality medical care
- Advance public policy to benefit children
- Advocate for communities that support children and their families
- Collaborate with other child health advocates
- Frame and lead the public discussion on child health issues
To accomplish our mission, we will:
- Empower pediatricians to provide quality medical care
- Advance public policy to benefit children
- Advocate for communities that support children and their families
- Collaborate with other child health advocates
- Frame and lead the public discussion on child health issues