Program Overview

Introduction to the Dr. Kelly DeScioli Global Child Health Pediatrics Residency Program

The Dr. Kelly DeScioli Global Child Health Pediatrics Residency Program at Baylor College of Medicine offers a unique approach to pediatric global health training. This fully accredited program seamlessly integrates three years of categorical pediatrics training in Houston with an additional year of clinical immersion at a global health site in Africa or Latin America through the Texas Children's Global Health Network.

About the Program

The program provides a comprehensive foundation in pediatrics, combined with specialized training in global health. By adding an extra year of global health clinical training, residents gain unparalleled exposure to diverse healthcare challenges and develop the skills needed to lead in the field of global child health. This unique opportunity prepares residents to make a lasting impact on healthcare systems around the world, positioning them as leaders in delivering compassionate, high-quality pediatric care where it is needed most.

Why Choose the Dr. Kelly DeScioli Global Child Health Pediatrics Residency Program?

• Global Expertise: Combine world-class pediatrics training in the diverse city of Houston with longitudinal, hands-on clinical experience in global health settings.
• Leadership Development: Build the skills and perspectives needed to address critical health challenges in resource-limited settings.
• Unparalleled Clinical Immersion Opportunities: Participate in a unique clinical immersion year at a global health site in Africa or Latin America, where residents gain firsthand experience in delivering clinical care in resource-limited settings and opportunities to pursue scholarly and advocacy activities.
• Access to World-Class Mentorship: Gain access to mentors who are leaders in global health, working across a variety of specialties and pediatric subspecialties at Baylor College of Medicine.
• Ethical Global Health Practice: Learn to approach global health with an ethical perspective, focusing on sustainable partnerships that respect the autonomy and needs of the communities served.

Program Goals

• Comprehensive Pediatric Training: Equip residents with a comprehensive foundation in pediatrics, by training in categorical pediatrics at Baylor College of Pediatrics/Texas Children's Hospital, with specialized training in global health.
• Global Systems Understanding: Prepare residents for leadership roles in delivering healthcare globally, with an emphasis on ethical practices and sustainable impact.
• Dedicated Global Health Impact: Instill a commitment to making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families worldwide by cultivating a deep understanding of global health issues and the importance of responsible, ethical engagement in diverse communities.

The Texas Children's Global Health Network

Established as BIPAI in 1999 to catalyze access to pediatric HIV treatment in sub-Saharan Africa and Romania, Texas Children's Global Health Network has grown into one of the world's largest providers of pediatric HIV care and treatment. The network has expanded its mission to include a broad range of maternal and child health services, reaching more than 5.7 million people in 2023 alone. Residents in the program are embedded within this network, gaining meaningful, hands-on clinical experience that equips them to address the critical health needs of children and families in resource-limited settings.

Conclusion

The Dr. Kelly DeScioli Global Child Health Pediatrics Residency Program offers a unique blend of rigorous training and global health immersion that prepares residents to lead and innovate in the field of global child health. With its comprehensive approach to pediatric training, emphasis on leadership development, and commitment to ethical global health practice, this program is ideal for those seeking to make a lasting impact on global healthcare systems.