American Academy of Pediatrics

AAP Pediatricians

American Academy of Pediatrics is a medical organization dedicated to Pediatrics. Doctors and practitioners associated with AAP have special training and skill in diagnosing, preventing, and treating childhood illnesses. American Academy of Pediatrics members perform medical diagnosis and treatment of diseases and conditions affecting young people from infants to teenagers. Pediatrics is a medical specialty focusing on children's health. Significant diseases and conditions treated by many AAP members include ear, sinus, and throat infections, food allergies and intolerances, urinary tract infections, skin infections, bronchitis, diarrhea, vomiting, pinkeye, and skin rashes. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by AAP healthcare providers include physical examinations, diagnosing childhood illnesses, administering vaccines, prescribing medication, providing education about childhood health, safety, and nutrition, and referring your child to specialists if necessary.