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As Albert Einstein noted, “The significant problems we face cannot be solved at the same level of thinking we were at when we created them.” Indeed, worldwide over 10 million children die annually from totally preventable causes (UNICEF statistic). Only by working together to share expertise and resources can we make significant inroads into this human tragedy.
In 1986 the International Program at Nationwide Children’s Hospital officially began with Ein Karem and Mt. Scopus Haddassah Hospitals (Jerusalem) and Giannina Gaslini Children’s Hospital affiliations. During the past 20 years, more than 200 physician, nursing, social work, pharmacy and other allied health scholars from over 40 countries have received specialized pediatric training, shared clinical protocols and collaborated on scientific projects. View a map showing all the countries that have had physicians or nurses participate in our programs.
International exchange programs provide unique learning and teaching opportunities for faculty, staff and trainees. Most importantly, education is the universal language and methodology for continuous quality improvement. Nationwide Children’s Hospital collaborates closely with The Ohio State University on multiple education, research and administrative levels. Visit their Office of International Affairs and Office of Global Health Education.
Part of a Global Community
- Over 30 million children under 5 die of preventable causes, mostly in resource-limited countries. Each of us needs to do our part to improve their health and well being.
- Scientific and technological advances often are enhanced by international partnerships. Our patients will benefit from these collaborations.
- Some specialties require experience which can be uniquely obtained by an international educational experience, e.g., HIV epidemic in Africa for infectious diseases.
- View listing of previous International Scholars at Nationwide Children's.
Mission
To improve children’s access to quality healthcare through international collaboration in education, research, and clinical care
- Build a global community of pediatric healthcare professionals to share expertise and disseminate best practices
- Enhance recruitment and retention of top talent to pediatrics
- Increase international visibility of pediatric programs of excellence
- Reduce cultural, ethnic, and other barriers to quality care
Affiliated Institutions
Programs
The International Scholars Program at Nationwide Children's Hospital is comprised of several progams. Learn more about our ISP Programs.
Please visit our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) for more information.
You can reach the Education Department’s International Scholars Program at ISP@nationwidechildrens.org.
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