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Stanford Global Child Health Travel Scholarship: Empowering Future Pediatric Leaders

  • Writer: Omran Aburayya
    Omran Aburayya
  • 1 day ago
  • 2 min read

The Stanford Global Child Health Travel Scholarship offers an exceptional opportunity for Stanford School of Medicine pediatric trainees, clinical medical students, and MSPA (Physician Assistant) students to engage in global health initiatives. Established in 2009, this program has enabled over 100 participants to contribute to pediatric care in low- and middle-income countries.

🎯 Program Overview

Directed by Dr. Clea Sarnquist, DrPH, MPH, the scholarship aims to eliminate financial barriers for those committed to enhancing child health globally. It funds six-week international rotations at partner sites, allowing participants to provide clinical care and gain invaluable experience in diverse healthcare settings.


📍 Partner Sites

Participants can choose from the following partner sites:

  • Cachamsi Program – Riobamba, Ecuador

  • Shrimad Rajchandra Hospital – Gujarat, India

  • Butaro Hospital/University of Global Health Equity – Rwanda


Note: For the upcoming cycle, student rotations are limited to the Ecuador site as the program transitions back from a period of no student rotations.

💰 Scholarship Benefits

The scholarship covers:

  • Round-trip travel expenses

  • Accommodations

  • Pre-trip medical evaluations, including physical exams, necessary medications, and immunizations

  • Additional health insurance coverage

🗓️ Application Deadlines

  • Fellows/Faculty: June 1, 2025, 11:59 PM PT (for travel between June 2025–May 2026)

  • Students: June 1, 2025, 11:59 PM PT (for travel between November 2025–May 2026)

  • Residents: December 1, 2025, 11:59 PM PT (for travel between January–May 2026)

✅ Eligibility Criteria

  • Stanford pediatric trainees

  • Clinical medical and MSPA students

  • Pediatric faculty members(Instagram)

Priority is given to applicants demonstrating a strong commitment to global child health leadership.

📩 How to Apply

Interested applicants should prepare the following:

  • Completed application form

  • Personal statement outlining interest and goals in global child health

  • Curriculum vitae

  • Letter of support from a faculty mentor

Applications must be submitted by the respective deadlines mentioned above.


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