Mission Statement, Core Values, and Vision of the American Academy of Pediatrics
2017. "Mission Statement, Core Values, and Vision of the American Academy of Pediatrics", Bright Futures: Guidelines for Health Supervision of Infants, Children, and Adolescents, Joseph F. Hagan, Jr, MD, FAAP, Judith S. Shaw, EdD, MPH, RN, FAAP, Paula M. Duncan, MD, FAAP
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The mission of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) is to attain optimal physical, mental, and social health and well-being for all infants, children, adolescents, and young adults. To accomplish this mission, the AAP shall support the professional needs of its members.
We believe
The AAP is the organization to advance child health and well-being and the profession of pediatrics.
Children have optimal health and well-being and are valued by society. Academy members practice the highest quality health care and experience professional satisfaction and personal well-being.