Tamera Coyne-Beasley, M.D., MPH, professor in the Division of Adolescent Medicine, has been appointed 2025-2026 president of the American Pediatric Society (APS), beginning June 1, 2025.

Founded in 1887, APS is the first pediatric society established in North America. The organization aims to advance child and adolescent health and well-being through an engaged, diverse, and inclusive community of pediatric thought leaders. Its mission is to shape the future of academic pediatrics by engaging distinguished child and adolescent health leaders and scholars who represent the diversity of the field.

“As a current APS Council member, I look forward to continuing our efforts to increase the pediatric workforce by supporting pathway programs and career development, translating research into policy and practice, increasing health care financing to improve access and address social determinants of health, and engaging youth and communities to improve the health and well-being of all children and adolescents,” Dr. Coyne-Beasley said. “We will also prioritize working collaboratively to nurture and support leaders and develop innovative and effective approaches to address child and adolescent health challenges and crises.”