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Global Child Neurology Capacity Building Through the Child Neurology Society International Affairs Committee: From

Sharoon Qaiser1, Alcy Torres2, Jorge Vidaurre3

  • 1Department of Neurology, College of Medicine, University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY, USA.

Journal of Child Neurology
|June 13, 2026
PubMed

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Child neurology in low- and middle-income countries faces workforce challenges. A Child Neurology Society initiative developed region-specific action plans to improve training and mentorship, strengthening global child neurology capacity.

Area of Science:

  • Global Health
  • Medical Education
  • Neurology

Background:

  • Child neurology in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) is hindered by workforce shortages, limited subspecialty training, and inadequate mentorship.
  • The Child Neurology Society International Affairs Committee (CNS-IAC) initiated a program to address these disparities.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify the educational and clinical priorities of child neurologists in LMICs.
  • To develop region-specific, SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) goals and action plans based on identified needs.

Main Methods:

  • A two-phase mixed-methods study was conducted.
  • Phase 1 involved a survey of 48 clinicians from 18 LMICs assessing clinical domains and educational needs.
  • Phase 2 utilized regional working groups at the CNS Annual Meeting to co-develop SMART action plans.

Main Results:

  • General child neurology and epilepsy emerged as key areas of interest.
  • Respondents reported limited access to standardized curricula, mentorship, and subspecialty training.
  • Developed SMART plans focused on adaptable education, leadership development, and sustainable implementation.

Conclusions:

  • The CNS-IAC model offers a practical and scalable framework for addressing needs in LMICs.
  • This approach facilitates the transition from needs assessment to region-driven action.
  • The initiative aims to enhance child neurology capacity globally.

Keywords:
Child neurologyLMICsSMART goalscapacity buildingeducationglobal healthneeds assessment

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