Additional Resources

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National Association of Pediatric Nurse Associates and Practitioners (NAPNAP)
http://www.napnap.org
NAPNAP advocates for children and provides leadership for pediatric nurse practitioners who deliver primary care in a variety of settings.

American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
http://www.aanp.org
The American Academy of Nurse Practitioners promotes the high standards of health care delivered by nurse practitioners.

American Board of Pediatrics (ABP)
http://www.abp.org
The ABP website offers verification of pediatricians' certification as well as other information relating to the practice of pediatrics.

American Medical Association (AMA)
http://www.ama-assn.org
The AMA has made a commitment to medicine by making doctors more accessible to their patients. Contact the AMA at: American Medical Association 515 N. State St. Chicago, IL 60610 (312) 464-5000

American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)
http://www.aap.org
The AAP is committed to the health and well-being of infants, adolescents, and young adults. The website offers news articles and tips on health for families.

American Academy of Family Physicians
http://familydoctor.org
This site, operated by the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP), provides information on family physicians and health care, a directory of family physicians, and resources on health conditions.