What is The ACOP

ACOP is the official pediatric organization of the American Osteopathic Association.  Government agencies turn to ACOP when they want an official position on the practice of pediatrics.  ACOP submits resolutions concerning the practice of pediatrics to the AOA House of Delegates, taking the lead on positions and standards concerning children.  ACOP's Committee on Graduate Medical Education (GME) establishes basic requirements for approval of residency training programs in pediatrics and pediatric subspecialties.  Through its Committee on GME, ACOP maintains important relationships with the AOA and its Council on Osteopathic Postdoctoral Training (COPT).

ACOP's government relations and advocacy efforts represent the interests of osteopathic pediatricians before Congress and other governmental bodies, as well as in coalition with other organizations that focus on children's welfare.