Editor’s note: Information was submitted by the candidates. District chairpersons serve as AAP board members. District vice chairpersons support the district chairpersons and assist in chapter development. National Nominating Committee representatives select president-elect and district office candidates. There are no position vacancies in Districts II, V, VIII or X. Members can vote from Sept. 11-25. Terms begin Jan. 1, 2025. For all of AAP News’ election coverage, visit https://bit.ly/AAPElection2024.
Jason Yaun, M.D., FAAP
Memphis, Tenn.
NATIONAL NOMINATING COMMITTEE CANDIDATE
Professional titles
Associate professor of pediatrics, division chief of outpatient general pediatrics, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, Tenn.
Medical school and post-graduate education
M.D., University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, Tenn.
Residency program and fellowship
Residency, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, Tenn.
Involvement in AAP and other organizations
- AAP Tennessee Chapter immediate past president (2022-23), recipient of Outstanding Large Chapter Award (2023), Screening Tools and Referral Training Program training director, Early Career Pediatrician of the Year recipient (2015)
- AAP Council on Early Childhood member since 2018
What motivates you to seek this position?
I have enjoyed representing the AAP through leadership in my state chapter and believe strongly in the great work the chapters, districts and Academy are engaged in for the well-being of all children. The National Nominating Committee performs important work to ensure that we have strong, diverse leadership for the Academy, and I would be honored to serve my district on the committee. My experience leading the Tennessee Chapter through a challenging environment has generated strong connections with the Academy and their leadership, providing the skills and experience for this role.
