The New Hampshire Pediatric Society (NHPS) was formed to:

To attain optimal physical, mental, and social health and well being for all infants, children, adolescents, and young adults in New Hampshire.
To unite the physicians delivering this care in a representative organization.
To further the policies and objectives of the American Academy of Pediatrics.

About Us

Our Vision:

Our vision is a future where all children receive equitable care, tailored to their unique needs. We strive for a pediatric community that fosters a medical home model, emphasizing collaboration and family input. Our goal is to influence policies and build infrastructure that prioritizes the well-being of children, ensuring they are at the forefront of all healthcare decisions. We aim to be a trusted voice in partnerships with other New Hampshire organizations, working tirelessly to expand our capacity to serve every child’s health needs.

Our Mission:

The mission of the New Hampshire Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics is to prioritize the health and well-being of children by being the premier voice and most trusted advocate for children’s healthcare. We commit to putting children and their caregivers first, embracing proactive approaches in pediatric care, and fostering partnerships and collaboration to ensure a system of care that benefits all children.

Officers

Chapter President

Christine Arsnow, MD

Chapter Vice President

Frances Lim-Liberty, MD

Members At Large

Wendy Gladstone, MD

Tessa Lafortune Greenberg, MD

Brian Beals, MD

Frances Lim-Liberty, MD

Rebecca Lozman-Oxman, MSN, MPH, APRN

William Zurhellen, MD

Sylvia Pelletier

Jessica Smith, APRN

Emily Frydman, MD

Immediate Past President

Julie Kim

Secretary

Amy Watson, MD

Treasurer

Patricia Edwards, MD

Newsletter Editor

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Chapter Champions

Adolescent & Young Adult Health (Chapter):

Holly Schroeder

Breastfeeding Coordinators (Chapter):

Kate MacMillian

CATCH Facilitators (Chapter & District):

Patience Toyin-Thomas, MBBS and Kathryn Hawrot

CDC's Act Early Ambassadors (Chapter):

Jennifer Baker from New Hampshire Family Voices

Climate Advocates (Chapter):

Carl Cooley, Cheryl Anderson, Ryan Ratts, Wendy Gladstone and Tommy Walsh

Early Career Champions (Chapter):

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Early Childhood Champions (Chapter):

Nina Sand-Loud and Priyanka Shekhawat

Firearm Injury & Violence Prevention (Chapter):

Alexis Cordone

Health Equity Champions (Chapter):

Frances Lim Liberty

Healthy Mental Development Champions (Chapter): Vacant

Immunization Representatives (Chapter):

Patricia Edwards

Oral Health Advocates (Chapter):

Steve Chapman

PROS Chapter Coordinator Committee:

Pat Edwards

Senior Member Champion (Chapter):

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Suicide Prevention Ambassadors (Chapter):

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Trauma Informed Care Ambassadors (Chapter):

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