We believe in the inherent worth of all children. They are our most enduring and vulnerable legacy.
Children deserve optimum health and require the highest quality health care.
A dynamic organization is necessary to advance these values. The American Academy of Pediatrics is that organization. The American Academy of Pediatrics also exists to support members professional satisfaction and personal growth. By providing these services, the American Academy of Pediatrics will be the most valuable professional organization to which those eligible for membership can belong. The mission of the American Academy of Pediatrics is to attain optimal physical, mental, and social health and well-being for all infants, children, adolescents, and young adults.