Residents/Fellows in Training
The Alabama Chapter-American Academy of Pediatrics (AL-AAP) is not only the professional home of practicing pediatricians across Alabama, but also the best place for pediatric residents and fellows in training from the University of Alabama at Birmingham and the University of South Alabama to take important first steps in developing career-long bonds with fellow pediatricians and professional habits to build their journey as pediatricians.
Below are some ways that the AL-AAP is working with and for members in training, as well as resources and helpful links.
How members in training benefit from membership in the Alabama Chapter-AAP
Waived meeting registration fees to the two annual conferences (Spring & Fall).
Important connections to practicing pediatricians
AL-AAP Pediatric Resident Elective Rotation Catalog. Find out more about practices in the state willing to host residents for elective rotations.
Career days. The AL-AAP conducts a day-long career day for USA 2nd year residents every Spring and has participated in UAB's similar event in the past.
Advocacy Sessions. Chapter leaders provide education to residents on advocacy and AAP involvement.
Assistance with CATCH (Community Access to Child Health) grant applications. CATCH grant opportunities from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) are announced two times a year.
Advocacy Opportunities
Annual Legislative Day each Spring in Montgomery at Alabama State House
Opportunities to attend AAP Legislative Conference
Involvement in Chapter-driven advocacy initiatives
Opportunity to exhibit at AL-AAP conferences to showcase resident projects.
All of the general benefits of Chapter membership.
2025 Medical Student/Resident Poster Session
The leadership of the Alabama Chapter-American Academy of Pediatrics is pleased to announce a poster session for medical students and pediatric residents, to be held at the 2025 Annual Meeting & Fall Pediatric update’s reception on Saturday evening, September 13, 2025, at the Renaissance Ross Bridge Resort in Hoover (Birmingham). Entries will be accepted from medical students and pediatric residents in Alabama. At the reception, participants will have the audience of all pediatricians & guests attending the Saturday evening dinner! Click here for full details and to submit your abstract! Deadline is Friday, August 1, 2025.
Resources
AAP National Links
CATCH grants for residents (Up to $2,000)
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Social Media
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Opportunity!
The Chapter is looking for a resident from each program to serve as an "Admin" for our Facebook page, in order to share important pediatric news with members across the state. Is this your cup of tea? Email Chapter Executive Linda Lee, APR, and let her know!
USA residents say Keep Kids Covered!
UAB pediatric residents write postcards to legislators advocating for adequate Medicaid funding in the Stand Tall Campaign, co-sponsored by the Chapter.
Second-year residents hear from practicing pediatricians from around the state on "Life After Pediatric Residency."
The Alabama Chapter-AAP supports and encourages residents to join practicing pediatricians at both the AAP Legislative Conference and the Medical Association's Government Affairs meeting in Washington, the highlight of which is visiting our Congressmen.