Alabama Chapter-American Academy of Pediatrics

08/10/2026

We are excited to welcome Chrissy Henderson as the Statewide Program Manager for our program, Reach Out and Read-Alabama. She brings a wealth of experience to the role and we look forward to the program's growth and success under her leadership.

Join us in welcoming Chrissy Henderson as our new Statewide Program Manager for Reach Out and Read-Alabama!

Chrissy brings more than 25 years of experience in education to the role, including the past 10 years specializing in dyslexia education and literacy support. Throughout her career, she has been dedicated to helping children develop the skills and confidence they need to succeed while working collaboratively with educators, families, and community partners.

Over the past five years, Chrissy has expanded her expertise beyond the classroom into nonprofit leadership, strategic partnerships, fundraising, volunteer management, event planning, marketing, and community engagement. She is passionate about building meaningful relationships that strengthen organizations and create lasting impact for the communities they serve.

An active community leader, Chrissy serves on the Board of Directors for the Southwest Mobile County Chamber of Commerce and is a member of Impact100 Mobile. She is committed to connecting people, fostering collaboration, and advancing initiatives that improve the lives of children and families across Alabama.

As Statewide Program Manager, Chrissy is excited to support healthcare providers and community partners in promoting early literacy, encouraging family reading, and helping ensure every child has the opportunity to thrive.

06/18/2026

Alabama Medicaid is pausing implementation of the Applied Behavioral Analysis Alert issued on June 15 pending the development of clarifying guidance.

The Alabama Chapter-American Academy of Pediatrics is thankful to members who provided input and questions for Alabama Medicaid to consider.

06/17/2026

We know our members and the families they see each day have questions about the upcoming Alabama Medicaid changes affecting ABA Therapy. We are working with Alabama Medicaid to better understand these changes and advocate for patient care. Thank you for your patience and trust as we navigate this process.

05/27/2026

🎉Congratulations to Chapter members, Steffani Battle, MD, and Kym Middleton, MD, on their recent recognition at the Annual Meeting.

• Dr. Middleton, nominated for the Chapter podcast and her social media posts, was awarded the The Howard L. Holley Award which is presented to an Alabama physician who has made a significant contribution to the understanding and appreciation of medicine through non-technical published or broadcast works. These works may include films, books, articles, television or radio programs, that may have been produced for either physicians or the general public. The award is named for the late Howard L. Holley, M.D., the author of A History of Medicine in Alabama.

• Dr. Battle was recognized with the Ira L. Myers Service Award is presented to members of the Medical Association who have served the medical profession faithfully and meritoriously during their lifetime. The award was first given in 1986 to, and is named in honor of, Ira L. Myers, M.D., Alabama’s State Health Officer from 1963-1986.

05/27/2026

The latest episode of The Alabama Pediatrician Chapter Podcast is available now! Listen for updates on Chapter activities, as well as what is happening with Reach Out and Read-Alabama!

https://alabamapediatrician.buzzsprout.com/2176486/episodes/19186088-2026-quarter-2-updates-from-al-aap-and-reach-out-and-read-al

04/30/2026

Congratulations to Linda Lee on your retirement!

04/30/2026

Congratulations to Linda Lee on her well-deserved retirement! 🎉

Since 2005, Linda has led the Alabama Chapter-American Academy of Pediatrics with vision and dedication, growing its impact across key child health priorities and strengthening a network of more than 850 pediatricians across our state.

Her leadership helped bring important initiatives to life — including Help Me Grow Alabama, Reach Out and Read, and Pages Over Pixels — all making a lasting difference for children and families.

At VOICES, we are especially grateful for Linda’s partnership over the years on policy efforts to improve child health and safety, from child passenger safety to firearm safety awareness.

Linda’s impact will be felt for generations to come. Wishing her all the best in this next chapter — she has truly made Alabama better for children. 💜

04/23/2026

04/17/2026

Great start to the Spring Meeting with the Meet and Greet with the exhibitors.