About COCIT

AAP's Council on Clinical Information Technology (COCIT) was established in 2002, when the Section on Computers & Other Technologies merged with the Task Force on Medical Informatics. Today, COCIT is home to over 400 AAP members and affiliate members who are committed to, invested in, and enthusiastic about the​ development, implementation, spread, and promotion of health information technology (HIT) that works for physicians in their efforts to improve children's health.

COCIT members represent all corners of the pediatric HIT universe: novice EHR users, health information exchange advocates, Meaningful Use attesters, CMIOs, board-certified Clinical Informaticians, and everything in between.

COCIT Mission, Visi​​on, and Goals

COCIT Mission
To advance the effective use and growth of information science and technology for child health through advocacy, education, and leadership.

COCIT Vision
Every infant, child, and adolescent in every venue will be cared for with health information technology that improves the quality of health care.

COCIT Goals

1. Support the usage of pediatric HIT and HIE in actual practice, including the Medical Home, with a particular focus on addressing the Child Health Priorities identified in the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Strategic Plan.
2. Ensure HIT solutions are child-friendly, affordable, and cost-effective, and support quality care, including the Medical Home.
3. Increase the visibility and effectiveness of the efforts of COCIT and the AAP in providing HIT and HIE direction and leadership.
4. Provide high value for COCIT members.​