“Through our unwavering commitment to patient care, education, research, and advocacy, PIDS will continue to lead with impact, integrity, and a shared dedication to improving the lives of children everywhere.”
Dr. Deb Palazzi, PIDS President

PIDS exists to promote the health of children through the prevention and control of infectious diseases worldwide. We do this through the discovery (innovation) and implementation of strategies to prevent and treat infectious diseases around the world (impact) while training future generations of pediatric infectious diseases specialists. As we do this, we are committed to building a professional society that reflects the diversity of those we serve (inclusion). It’s who we are.

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About PIDS

Who we are

PIDS (Pediatric Infectious Diseases Society) is the world’s largest organization of professionals dedicated to the treatment, control and eradication of infectious diseases affecting children. Membership is comprised of physicians, doctoral-level scientists and others in the field of pediatric infectious diseases or related disciplines through clinical practice, research, teaching and/or administrative activities.

PIDS works closely with many professional organizations that share its goals, including the European Society for Pediatric Infectious Diseases, the Society for Pediatric Infectious Diseases in Latin America, The Asian Society of Pediatric Infectious Diseases, the Infectious Diseases Society of America and the American Academy of Pediatrics.

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Membership

Membership in PIDS is open to physicians, doctoral-level scientists and other persons who have training or are in the course of training in infectious diseases or its related disciplines, and who are identified with the discipline of pediatric infectious diseases or its related activities. Membership in PIDS allows you to:

  • Receive a yearly online subscription to the official PIDS publication, the Journal of the Pediatric Infectious Diseases Society.
  • Keep abreast of the latest advances in pediatric infectious diseases research findings through educational symposia and membership mailings.
  • Ensure that issues unique to pediatric infectious diseases are thoughtfully considered through collaborative projects with other medical associations.
  • Have a voice in planning the future educational needs of pediatric infectious diseases fellows.
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Events

Jun
23-25
23rd Hot Topics in Infection and Immunity in Children – The ESPID-Oxford Course
Oxford, England
Jul
26-31
43rd Annual Conference on Pediatric Infectious Diseases
Vail, CO
Oct
21-24
IDWeek 2026
Washington, DC
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News & Announcements

President’s Letter from Deb Palazzi – Our Next Frontier: Inclusion, Opportunity, Belonging

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Member Spotlight: Carlos Oliveira

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President’s Letter from Deb Palazzi – Inside the PIDS Board: Service, Strategy, and Your Voice

As we move into an exciting new phase of strategic planning for PIDS, I…
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Let's celebrate the accomplishments of PIDS members at IDWeek! Noms are open for our CORE Award recognizing a member who's made outstanding contributions to expanding access to vital treatments for ID or making the field of peds ID more inclusive. Visit PIDS Foundation for more.

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1 Jun

Share your story on the BugHub World Stage at #IDWeek2026! IDWeek is looking for presentations that highlight work in ID and lead to greater understanding and patient care. In-person attendance is required.

Submit your proposed presentation by June 24: https://bit.ly/3JwH6Rl

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1 Jun

Day 1 of #ESPID2026 is off to a great start!🚀

Join today’s Industry Symposia in Sala Europa, connect with experts in the field & don’t miss the Educational Workshop and Research Masterclass throughout the afternoon!

What session are you attending? Let us know using #ESPIDLive!

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