Join MIAAP
 Frequently Asked Questions
What is American Academy of Pediatrics?
The American Academy of Pediatrics (www.aap.org)
is an organization of over 60,000 pediatricians committed to the
attainment of optimal physical, mental, and social health and well-being
for all infants, children, adolescents, and young adults.
Is membership in the Michigan Chapter automatic for national AAP members?
No. In the AAP, you can be a member of the national
and not the state Chapter, and vice versa. The overwhelming majority
of our members are members of both; but we do have some members who
belong to the Chapter but not to the national AAP.
Do I need to be board certified in
pediatrics to join the Michigan Chapter?
No. Board Certification is not required to join the
Chapter. However, you do need board certification in pediatrics to
join the national AAP.
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What are the different levels of membership?
- Fellow (Physician who is FAAP-designated) — Dues:
$110
- Candidate Fellow (Limited to 4-year
period post-residency) — Dues: $75
- Emeritus (Retired) — Have
voting rights but non-dues paying
Benefits of membership for all levels:
- Networking with pediatric
professionals statewide
- Access to policy expertise on state child
health issues
- Contribute to policy development on federal
and state levels
- Technical assistance to be an advocate
- CME opportunities with Michigan
specific topics
- Opportunity for MSU Federal Credit Union membership
and reduced merchant credit card services
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Can residents and medical students
participate in MIAAP?
Residents and Medical Students are invited to join the Section
on Medical Students, Residents, and Fellowship Trainees (SOMSRFT)
of the MIAAP at no charge. Participants are invited to attend MIAAP
Open Forum meetings, the Annual Meeting, and other educational opportunities.
The Section also conducts an annual advocacy training and legislative
day at the state capitol to encourage young physicians to be
active advocates for their patients in the political process.
To get involved in the Section please send a request to
to register on the Facebook page, contact Michele Strasz, MIAAP
Program Director at
or call the MIAAP office at 517-484-3013.
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Is there a difference between a Fellow
and a Candidate Fellow?
A Fellow is board certified in pediatrics and receives
all of the Academy's benefits. These benefits are as follows:
- Opportunity to hold a national office position
- Voting rights
- Using the 'FAAP' designation
- Receiving a membership certificate
- Complimentary AAP manuals, Redbook, etc.
A Candidate Fellow is not yet board-certified, but
has completed a pediatric residency. Candidate Fellows have seven
years before they are required to become board-certified. They receive
limited benefits, including a listing in the AAP Fellowship Directory
and subscriptions to Pediatrics, AAP News and Healthy
Kids.
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How do I become a Fellow of the national AAP?
To become a Fellow, one must be board-certified by
the American Board of Pediatrics. The Academy sends all newly board-certified
diplomats an application for membership, but any board-certified
pediatrician may request an application by sending an e-mail message
to
or calling the Division of Member Services at 800/433-9016.
How do I pay my Chapter dues?
Dues are paid to the national office of the AAP for
membership in the national AAP and the Michigan Chapter. The
national AAP collects forwards Chapter dues to MIAAP.
Can I pay my dues by credit card?
Yes. The national AAP accepts Visa, MasterCard, American
Express and Discover.
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