Key Factors for the Success Establishing a Standalone Pediatric Neurosurgery Center of Excellence in Low- Income Countries: Lessons from Zewditu Memorial Hospital, Ethiopia

Establishing a Pediatric Neurosurgery Center of Excellence in low-income countries presents unique challenges and opportunities. This case report highlights the key factors contributing to the success and sustainability of the center at Zewditu Memorial Hospital, Ethiopia. Key elements include capacity building through specialized training, strategic partnerships, resource mobilization, multidisciplinary collaboration, and government support. The lessons learned provide a model for developing similar centers in resource-limited settings to improve pediatric neurosurgical care.