April L. Hartman, MD, FAAP
Dorothy A. Hahn, MD Endowed Chair in Pediatrics
Associate Professor and Vice Chair of Diversity
Division Chief, General Pediatric & Adolescent Medicine
Department of Pediatrics, Medical College of Georgia, Augusta University
Dr. April Hartman is a dedicated general pediatrician specializing in behavioral health, serving Georgia’s children for over 20 years. As Division Chief of General Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine at the Medical College of Georgia, Augusta University, she enhances pediatric healthcare statewide. Dr. Hartman is also Vice Chair for Advocacy and an Associate Professor, showcasing her commitment to medical education and community service. Her leadership roles include Chief of Pediatrics in Donalsonville, Medical Director and later Chief Medical Officer for Piedmont Columbus Regional Medical Group, and Medical Director for Ambulatory Pediatric Services at the Children’s Hospital of Georgia. She serves on several boards focused on child welfare and family support, including Child Enrichment, Inc., Georgia Family Connection Partnership, and Harrisburg Family Medicine. As Chair of the Medicaid Taskforce for the Georgia Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics, she received the AAP Excellence in Leadership and Advocacy Award in 2022. Dr. Hartman recently completed the Executive Leadership in Academic Medicine Fellowship from Drexel University, furthering her leadership in pediatric care. A passionate educator and mentor, she exemplifies servant leadership, advocating for the health and well-being of children throughout Georgia.
EDUCATION
Pacific Union College, Angwin, CA 1990, B.S. Psychology
Meharry Medical College, Nashville, TN 1998, MD
Medicine Medical College of Georgia, Augusta, GA 2001
Pediatrics University of MA, 2019
Primary Care Behavioral Health Certification Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA, 2023,
Executive Leadership in Academic Medicine Fellowship
