In March, six neonatal healthcare professionals from Leshan completed a week‑long Neonatal Resuscitation Trainer Course at Shanghai Children’s Medical Center. Delivered under the American Academy of Pediatrics’ Neonatal Resuscitation Program, this training prepares participants to become local Master Trainers, ensuring long‑term, locally led capacity building.
Why this matters:
- Birth asphyxia accounts for approximately 25.81% of neonatal deaths in Leshan.
- Over the 24‑month program, Master Trainers will deliver:
- 4 regional training sessions, reaching ~120 neonatal providers from 30 hospitals
- Master On‑site mentoring visits to rural hospitals
- Refresher training for all 120 neonatal doctors and nurses
- Post‑training assessments showed average score improvements of more than 50%, demonstrating measurable gains in clinical competency.
This train‑the‑trainer approach multiplies impact beyond a single course—embedding lifesaving skills within the local health system and building sustainable local capacity.
“Although our hospital has limited staffing, we still sent six team members for this training. The experience has strengthened our confidence and our ability to safeguard newborn lives in Leshan.”
— Dr. Rao, Leshan People’s Hospital