Training pediatric specialists to improve global child health
Pediatric Global Health Subspecialty Fellowship
['FUNDING_TRAINING'] · STANFORD UNIVERSITY · NIH-11126535
This study is creating a special training program for doctors who want to help kids around the world by learning how to tackle health challenges in poorer countries, using the great resources at Stanford University to come up with new solutions for child health.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_TRAINING'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | STANFORD UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (STANFORD, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11126535 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a fellowship program aimed at training pediatric subspecialists who will address global health challenges affecting children. The program combines specialized pediatric training with a strong emphasis on global health strategies, preparing new investigators to tackle child health issues in low- and middle-income countries. By leveraging the extensive resources and interdisciplinary environment at Stanford University, the fellowship aims to foster innovative research that translates basic science into impactful health solutions for children worldwide.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are pediatricians and healthcare professionals interested in global health and child welfare.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in pediatric care or who do not have an interest in global health initiatives may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes for children in low- and middle-income countries through enhanced training of pediatric specialists.
How similar studies have performed: While there have been successful global health training programs, this specific approach focusing on pediatric subspecialties is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
STANFORD, UNITED STATES
- STANFORD UNIVERSITY — STANFORD, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: MALDONADO, YVONNE A. — STANFORD UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: MALDONADO, YVONNE A.
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.