Welcome
The main function of the Irish Paediatric Association (IPA) is to:
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To promote the development of child health and paediatrics.
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To promote good will between all paediatric groups working in Ireland and the rest of the world.
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To encourage (paediatric) education and research in the specialty of child health and adolescents.
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To have an advocacy role in encouraging care for child and adolescent health.
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To provide representation on statutory bodies.
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To represent and express the views of its members.
The current office bearers are:
- Dr Michael O’Grady (President)
- Dr Paul Gallagher (Secretary/Treasurer)
Our membership consists of :
Doctors, Trainees and Allied Health Professionals working with children in a child health specialty in a Full-time or significant capacity and who have had significant training in Ireland.

2021 News & Dates For Your Diary
We are going virtual!!!!
We are delighted to announce that we will be hosting our annual conference as a one-day virtual event on Friday 3rd of December 2021. Please register and pay using the button below.
Registrations are now open
Please Click Here To Register Online
PLEASE NOTE ABSTRACT SUBMISSION IS NOW CLOSED
In the meantime, stay safe.
Best wishes
Michael O’Grady
President, IPA
For queries please contact: sinead@sineadcassidy.com