Member Benefits

Membership Benefits

Subscription to the Pediatric Infectious Disease Journal which includes the Concise Reviews of Pediatric Infectious Diseases
Monthly electronic newsletters that provide updates related to pediatric infectious diseases, antimicrobial therapy, childhood vaccines, infection control and other current issues
Email alerts regarding urgent issues including advocacy
Email news regarding new scientific research and publications relevant to pediatric infectious diseases and clinical practice
Educational symposia at IDSA, PAS/ASPR, ESPID, WSPID and PREP:ID Review of Pediatric Infectious Diseases Course
Discounted registration for PREP:ID
CME credits for attending educational meetings
Online Directory of Pediatric Infectious Disease Training Programs
Links to other educational tools and resources
Partnering with the American Academy of Pediatrics to provide a Maintenance of Certification module for members
Assistance to program directors preparing for site visits by sharing goals and objectives
Membership in an organization that monitors national developments in related areas including infection control, antibiotic stewardship and other contracting issues
Career Development Presentations at the Pediatric Fellows' Day Workshop at the IDSA Annual Meeting and the St. Jude/PIDS Pediatric Infectious Diseases Research Conference

Opportunities for committee participation and involvement at the national level
Job Posting section on the PIDS website
Online Member Directory
Society Awards to honor outstanding individuals for their contribution to the field of pediatric infectious diseases
Opportunities to network with colleagues at the annual Pediatric Fellows' Day Workshop at the IDSA Annual Meeting, the St. Jude/PIDS Pediatric Infectious Diseases Research Conference, and PIDS receptions at IDSA and PAS annual meetings

Opportunity to network with colleagues and form collaborations to expand participation in basic, translational and clinical research projects
Annual PIDS and PIDS-St. Jude Fellowship Awards available for basic and clinical research in pediatric infectious diseases
Information and updates regarding potential funding sources for research
The Young Investigator Award to honor and recognize young physicians for outstanding contributions in clinical or basic research

Collaboration with SHEA, IDSA, AAP, and other health organizations on infectious disease related topics pertaining to children
Representation in national and international arenas on critical issues related to pediatric infectious diseases including vaccine advocacy and global health care.

Free online (annual) subscription to the Pediatric Infectious Disease Journal which includes the Concise Reviews of Pediatric Infectious DIseases for the duration of residency and fellwoship
Scholarship Opportunities that provide an international learning experience
Annual PIDS and PIDS-St. Jude Fellowship Awards available for basic and clinical research in pediatric infectious diseases
Opportunities to network with faculty members and other fellows at the annual Pediatric Fellows' Day Workshop at the IDSA Annual Meeting, the St. Jude/PIDS Pediatric Infectious Diseases Research Conference, and PIDS receptions at IDSA and PAS annual meetings
Opportunities for committee participation at the national level
Travel grants to attend the St. Jude/PIDS Pediatric Infectious Diseases Research Conference
Awards for presenting outstanding research at scientific meetings (IDSA, PAS/ASPR)
Career Opportunities in Pediatric Infectious Diseases Brochure