Arthur Davison Children’s Hospital (ADCH) is Zambia’s leading and only exclusively pediatric referral hospital. Originally founded in 1924 as a clinic for the children of mine workers, it became a dedicated children’s hospital in 1933. The hospital is committed to providing accessible, equitable, and sustainable healthcare services for children up to 12 years old throughout the Copperbelt and neighboring regions. Over decades, ADCH has expanded both in capacity and capabilities, becoming a center of excellence for pediatric healthcare, education, and research in Zambia

• General Pediatric Medical and Surgical Care

• Neonatal and Maternity Care (for newborns and infants)

• Pediatric HIV/ART Clinic services (leading referral center in the region)

• Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) Clinic

• Emergency Pediatric Services

• Vaccination, Immunization, and Child Health Programs

• Specialist Outpatient Services

• Extensive collaborations with international health organizations focused on capacity-building, pediatric training, and service quality improvement

• Expanded infrastructure and modernization efforts since the 1980s, including specialized pediatric departments

• Strong focus on infection control, including HIV, respiratory, and childhood infections

• Vision: To become an exemplary pediatric care center in Zambia and Southern Africa, recognized for leadership in pediatric healthcare, learning, and research

• Mission: Providing patient-centered, high-quality pediatric care accessible to all children, ensuring optimal growth and development

• Recognized as the primary referral facility for child health in Northern Zambia

• Long-standing partnerships with global organizations for pediatric health advancement