California State Senator, Richard Pan, MD, FAAP, has been selected as the recipient of the 2021 AAP Child Health Advocate Award. The award is given annually by the AAP to a state or local advocate(s) or government official(s) for outstanding contributions to children’s health and well-being.
"Dr. Pan has worked and advocated for children and pediatricians tirelessly and effectively," states Dr. Nelson Branco, President of the AAP CA Chapter 1. "We all benefit from his efforts to make California a leader in child health, and know he is there to fight with us on behalf of children, pediatricians and our communities. We are thrilled his efforts are being recognized by the AAP." Dr. Pan is a member of AAP CA Chapter 1.