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How do I join?
An AAP Colorado membership provides you with the professional support you need to practice the best possible medicine for children in Colorado through a variety of tools and resources. Membership opportunities are available to pediatricians, pediatric medical sub-specialists, pediatric surgical specialists, and other pediatric professionals. AAP Colorado provides an array of benefits and services to keep you up-to-date and informed and is the only organization that supports you through all four phases of maintenance of certification. As a member, you can be a voice for children and pediatrics.
Becoming a member is easy. Review our membership categories, membership benefits and pay dues below.
Membership Categories & Dues
| Member Category | Description | AAP-CO Dues | AAP National Dues* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fellow, FAAP | BC Pediatrician/Subspecialist, member AAP | $205 | $675 |
| Surgical/Specialty Fellow, FAAP | BC Pediatric Surgeon/Specialist, member AAP | $205 | $675 |
| Candidate Member | Board Eligible Pediatrician/Surgeon/Subspecialist | $110 | $535 |
| Senior Member | >70 or >65 and not earning professionally | $130 | $220 |
| National Affiliate Member | Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant | $110 | $250 |
| Associate Member | Pediatric Dentist | $110 | $410 |
| Post Residency/In Training Member | $40 | $150 | |
| Resident | $15 | $140 | |
| Medical Student Member | $10 | $25 | |
*for more information about Member Categories, click here.
Pay Dues
Member Benefits
As a member of the AAP-Colorado, you can help:
Advocate
Advance the interests of Colorado infants, children, and teens through ADVOCACY at the State Capitol and in Washington, D.C., by:
- Participating in advocacy activities that improve the quality of pediatric practice and the welfare of children in Colorado
- Increasing your knowledge of the state legislative process and meeting with state policymakers
- Representing pediatric views to the Colorado Legislature
- Crafting resolutions to influence the American Academy of Pediatrics
Educate
Ensure the highest quality patient care through EDUCATION of pediatricians, residents, and medical students, by:
- Attending educational meetings focused on the needs of Colorado Pediatricians
- Accessing practice management tools through AAP and Chapter sponsored training sessions
- Shaping the future role of pediatrics in the ever-changing health care system
- Receiving AAP-CO newsletters and other informational emails
Connect
Promote optimal physician well-being and career stamina through PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT and NETWORKING opportunities, by:
- Volunteering on committees, developing policies, speaking to media, and representing the AAP on local panels
- Serving on national AAP Sections, Committees and Boards
- Attending national meetings
- Networking with other pediatricians throughout Colorado and other parts of the world