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The author reflects on the declining developments in pediatric health. He reveals that the decline in child mortality rates has slowed. Moreover, previous success of community-based child health initiatives has been eroded by HIV/AIDS incidence, conflict and poverty. He also reveals that nearly 10 million children under age 5 are dying each year. He proposes establishing fellowship training in pediatric global health. Areas of competency that should be developed in the training are discussed.