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Start your journey.

Explore the rewarding possibilities in pediatrics. Connect with other medical students, residents, and fellowship trainees as you build a solid foundation for your career as a pediatrician.

Join as a Medical Student

Membership Requirements

Medical Student Members must be enrolled in a medical school accredited by the American Association of Medical Colleges (AAMC) or the American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine (AACOM).

Annual Dues $25.00

Why should I join?

Learn.

Red Book® Online, Pediatrics (online), AAP News (online), eBreaking News and AAP News OnCall
Pediatrics in Review (online)
Pediatric Care Online (PCO)
Pediatric Nutrition eBook
Guidelines for Perinatal Care eBook
Complimentary copy of the Bright Futures Pocket Guide
MOC part 4 EQIPP QI online courses
PediaLink® for Medical Students - online learning center designed by Pediatric Clerkship Directors and medical students to help manage and coordinate learning goals
Early National Conference and Exhibition registration at a member discount
Pediatric ePractice (PeP) Obesity Care Simulation
Practice Support Tools on aap.org

Advocate.

Advocacy Action Center – contact members of Congress on child health issues, learn about AAP’s federal advocacy priorities, and access advocacy training modules
Academic and Subspecialty advocacy reports
Section on Pediatric Trainees (SOPT) annual advocacy campaign participation
Regular legislative updates via email

Engage.

Automatic membership in the Section on Pediatric Trainees (SOPT) – listserv and collaboration site access for members-only content
Section/Council membership in accordance with bylaws (additional fees may apply)
AAP Volunteer Network – volunteer and leadership opportunities, grants, scholarships, and awards
AAP Online Mentorship Program – find guidance and connect with others
Online Member Directory

Save.

Student loan consolidation through SoFi
Up to 30% savings on AAP products, services, and education
Member advantage programs (insurance, car rentals, and more)
Online travel services (booking for air and rental cars)

Member Advantage Benefits

Personal Services

AAP Insurance Program- Term Life, Disability Income, Office Overhead Expense, Dental and Long-Term Care, Business Interruption, Travel Insurance, Student Loan Refinancing, Pet Insurance, and Medical Malpractice Insurance
SoFi Loan Consolidation
AVIS and Budget car rentals
AAP Mastercard® powered by BHG Financial

Practice Management Services

Child Health Advantage Pediatric Purchasing-clinical supplies, vaccines, pharmaceuticals, and business services.
Officite-medical websites and online marketing
1st HealthCare Payment Systems-Credit card processing

Participation in AAP Member Advantage programs provides financial support to our mission of improving the health and well-being of children everywhere.

Ready to Join?

Enjoy all of the benefits listed above and start advancing your career.

Become a Medical Student Member

Still Have Questions?

We've put together a list of frequently asked questions that can help guide you through our membership process.

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