Welcome to WCAAP.org

The Washington Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (WCAAP) is a 501(c)3 organization with a long history of advocating for Washington’s children, their families, and their health care providers. More than 1100 pediatric health care providers from around the state, including general pediatricians, sub-specialists, hospitalists, family physicians and advanced practice providers are members of the WCAAP.

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Michael Van Dyke, DO, FAAP

Michael Van Dyke, DO, FAAP grew up on a Christmas tree farm in Chehalis, WA, one of seven siblings. He graduated from Western Washington University with a BS in Environmental Science and received his ... Read More

WCAAP Events [view all events]

Sept 22: COVID Community Pediatrics Meeting

WCAAP knows that the fall and winter will be challenging for pediatric providers, so our twice-monthly Community Pediatrics meetings will give you a chance to connect with our network of members statewide, ask questions, and hear from infectious disease experts. Contact Jennifer Donahue for Zoom link. Our thanks to Seattle…

Sept 22: Public Charge

Kate Laner, an attorney with the Medical-Legal Partnership at the Northwest Justice Project, will join us to give an update on the public charge rule and the impact on immigrant families. Contact Jennifer Donahue for Zoom link.

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WCAAP Statement on Re-opening Schools

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Our Commitment: Addressing Racism

Racism is prevalent, dangerous and detrimental to child and family health

Get up-to-date COVID-19 resources

Selected COVID-19 resources for Washington pediatric health care providers

Back to Clinic Campaign

Tools to help encourage families to seek care