President's Message, February 2026
Kate Tigue, MD, FAAP
Dear Colleagues,
As spring is trying desperately to push its way into Pennsylvania, I hope you will join us this March for our annual CME meeting at Kalahari Resorts from March 14-15, 2026. This year's PA AAP program offers timely, practical education designed to support you in the realities of pediatric practice today.
The posted agenda highlights a wide range of clinically relevant topics, including updates in behavioral and mental health care, emerging infectious diseases, vaccine confidence and communication strategies, advances in adolescent medicine, and guidance on navigating complex systems of care. Sessions will also address health equity, advocacy, and policy changes impacting children and families across Pennsylvania. Each presentation is designed not only to strengthen our clinical knowledge, but also to provide tools we can immediately bring back to our practices. And our 2026 conference is offering a unique Medical Student and Pediatric Resident Track, welcoming, teaching, and interacting with the next leaders in Pediatrics!
We are especially honored to welcome Dr. Andrew Racine, President of the American Academy of Pediatrics, as our Sunday keynote speaker. Dr. Racine's leadership at the national level brings valuable perspective on the future of pediatrics, advocacy for children's health, and how we can work collectively to strengthen our profession during this pivotal time.
Beyond the educational content, this meeting comes at an important moment for pediatrics. Our field is facing unprecedented challenges - workforce shortages, administrative burden, evolving public health concerns, increasing mental health needs, and ongoing financial pressures on practices. Many of us are working harder than ever while feeling more isolated than ever.
Coming together matters.
When we gather as pediatricians, we do more than earn CME credits. We reconnect with our shared mission. We exchange solutions that make day-to-day work more manageable. We are reminded that we are not navigating these challenges alone. Informal hallway conversations often spark ideas that change practice workflows, strengthen advocacy efforts, or simply restore perspective and resilience.
There is real power in community - especially in difficult times. Being in a room with colleagues who understand the unique demands and rewards of caring for children can renew our sense of purpose and strengthen our collective voice for Pennsylvania's childrne.
I encourage you to review the full agenda and make plans to attend. Click here for all details and to register. Your presence enriches the conversation, and our shared engagement strengthens pediatrics across the Commonwealth.
I look forward to seeing you there.
Best,
As spring is trying desperately to push its way into Pennsylvania, I hope you will join us this March for our annual CME meeting at Kalahari Resorts from March 14-15, 2026. This year's PA AAP program offers timely, practical education designed to support you in the realities of pediatric practice today.
The posted agenda highlights a wide range of clinically relevant topics, including updates in behavioral and mental health care, emerging infectious diseases, vaccine confidence and communication strategies, advances in adolescent medicine, and guidance on navigating complex systems of care. Sessions will also address health equity, advocacy, and policy changes impacting children and families across Pennsylvania. Each presentation is designed not only to strengthen our clinical knowledge, but also to provide tools we can immediately bring back to our practices. And our 2026 conference is offering a unique Medical Student and Pediatric Resident Track, welcoming, teaching, and interacting with the next leaders in Pediatrics!
We are especially honored to welcome Dr. Andrew Racine, President of the American Academy of Pediatrics, as our Sunday keynote speaker. Dr. Racine's leadership at the national level brings valuable perspective on the future of pediatrics, advocacy for children's health, and how we can work collectively to strengthen our profession during this pivotal time.
Beyond the educational content, this meeting comes at an important moment for pediatrics. Our field is facing unprecedented challenges - workforce shortages, administrative burden, evolving public health concerns, increasing mental health needs, and ongoing financial pressures on practices. Many of us are working harder than ever while feeling more isolated than ever.
Coming together matters.
When we gather as pediatricians, we do more than earn CME credits. We reconnect with our shared mission. We exchange solutions that make day-to-day work more manageable. We are reminded that we are not navigating these challenges alone. Informal hallway conversations often spark ideas that change practice workflows, strengthen advocacy efforts, or simply restore perspective and resilience.
There is real power in community - especially in difficult times. Being in a room with colleagues who understand the unique demands and rewards of caring for children can renew our sense of purpose and strengthen our collective voice for Pennsylvania's childrne.
I encourage you to review the full agenda and make plans to attend. Click here for all details and to register. Your presence enriches the conversation, and our shared engagement strengthens pediatrics across the Commonwealth.
I look forward to seeing you there.
Best,
Kate Tigue, MD, FAAP
President, PA AAP
2024-2026
President, PA AAP
2024-2026