Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Recognizes Seven CHOP Physicians Selected to Join the American Pediatric Society in 2026

APS members are child health leaders of extraordinary achievement who work together to shape the future of academic pediatrics

PHILADELPHIA, Nov. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) announced that seven of its physicians and researchers were among the 92 new members selected to join the American Pediatric Society (APS), one of North America's first and most prestigious academic pediatric organizations.

The APS will recognize its new members at its Howland Gala, held during the Pediatric Academic Societies (PAS) 2026 Meeting in Boston in April. Current members nominate new members by recognizing individuals who have distinguished themselves as child health leaders, clinicians, policymakers, researchers, scholars and teachers.

"These physicians are highly respected specialists who make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people," said Jordan S. Orange, MD, PhD, Pediatrician-in-Chief and Chair of the Department of Pediatrics at CHOP. "This recognition is well-deserved and truly reflects their valuable contributions."

CHOP physicians selected to join APS include :

• Elizabeth Foglia, MD, MA, MSCE, is an attending neonatologist with the Division of Neonatology at CHOP. Dr. Foglia conducts clinical research focused on neonatal resuscitation and respiratory management. She serves as the scientific principal investigator of the American Academy of Pediatrics DRIVE Network; a national network of delivery hospitals focused on improving neonatal resuscitation.
  
  
• Heather French, MD, MSEd, is an attending neonatologist with the Division of Neonatology at CHOP, the Neonatology Fellowship Program Director, the Fellows Education Chair for the Section on Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine at the American Academy of Pediatrics and a Neonatology sub-board member of the ABP. Dr. French is the creator and director of the National Neonatology Curriculum and research network.
  
  
• Jennifer Kalish, MD, PhD, is a pediatric geneticist at CHOP, with renowned expertise in Beckwith-Wiedemann syndrome and cancer predisposition. Dr. Kalish's research provides new insights into the genetic mechanisms underlying the complex features of BWS. Her clinical work through the BWS Registry has been instrumental in establishing new guidelines for diagnosis and treatment, helping families to make informed decisions about their children's care.
  
  
• Christina L. Master, MD, FAAP, CAQSM, FACSM, FAMSSM, is a primary care sports medicine specialist with brain injury medicine certification, as well as an academic general pediatrician, at CHOP. She is the founding co-director of the Minds Matter Concussion Program, providing clinical care and conducting translational clinical research on concussion.
  
  
• Michael L. O'Byrne, MD, MSCE, is Director of Clinical Research at CHOP's Cardiovascular Institute and Cardiac Center. Dr. O'Byrne specializes in cardiac catheterization for children with congenital heart disease and combines his clinical work with research in clinical epidemiology to improve care quality.
  
  
• Rebecca Tenney-Soeiro, MD, MSEd, is a pediatric hospitalist at CHOP who cares for patients in both general and complex care services. She is very involved in medical education and is Associate Division Chief of Education and Innovation for General Pediatrics, the Pediatric Hospital Medicine Fellowship Program Director and the Education Officer for the Department of Pediatrics.
   
• Joanne Wood, MD, MSHP, is an attending physician, research director and section chief of Safe Place: Center for Child Protection and Health. Dr. Wood is also a faculty member at CHOP's PolicyLab. She focuses on improving care for vulnerable children, particularly those who are abused or neglected, and is actively involved in research to support families and enhance diagnosis of child abuse.

The APS is a nonprofit organization founded in 1888 as the first pediatric society in North America. The mission of the APS is to shape the future of academic pediatrics through engagement of distinguished child-health leaders who represent the full diversity within the field. The 1,800 plus members of APS are recognized leaders of extraordinary achievement who work together to shape the future of academic pediatrics. For more information about APS membership, please visit the APS website.

About Children's Hospital of Philadelphia:
A non-profit, charitable organization, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia was founded in 1855 as the nation's first pediatric hospital. Through its long-standing commitment to providing exceptional patient care, training new generations of pediatric healthcare professionals, and pioneering major research initiatives, the hospital has fostered many discoveries that have benefited children worldwide. Its pediatric research program is among the largest in the country. The institution has a well-established history of providing advanced pediatric care close to home through its CHOP Care Network, which includes more than 50 primary care practices, specialty care and surgical centers, urgent care centers, and community hospital alliances throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey. CHOP also operates the Middleman Family Pavilion and its dedicated pediatric emergency department in King of Prussia, the Behavioral Health and Crisis Center (including a 24/7 Crisis Response Center) and the Center for Advanced Behavioral Healthcare, a mental health outpatient facility. Its unique family-centered care and public service programs have brought Children's Hospital of Philadelphia recognition as a leading advocate for children and adolescents. For more information, visit https://www.chop.edu.

Contact: Karen Pasternack
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
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