Children’s Clinical University Hospital

Children’s Clinical University Hospital is the only dedicated children’s hospital in Latvia and serves as the country’s leading centre for paediatric healthcare. As a university hospital, Children’s Clinical University Hospital provides highly specialised medical care for children and young people while playing a central role in education, research, and the development of paediatric services at the national level. 

The hospital’s mission is to “treat, care for, educate, and inspire so that children, young people, and families can have a fuller life.” Guided by a vision of creating a safe, innovative, and excellent healthcare expertise, Children’s Clinical University Hospital foster collaboration across the healthcare system to improve outcomes for children and families. 

Its work is grounded in the core values of Humanity, Growth and Responsibility, and Engagement and Collaboration, which shape both patient and professional development. Through its commitment to clinical excellence, innovation, and partnership, Children’s Clinical University Hospital continues to advance child health and well-being in Latvia and beyond.

As a member of ECHO, Children’s Clinical University Hospital contributes expertise in paediatric healthcare delivery, hospital leadership, healthcare system development, education, and collaborative innovation. The hospital actively participates in PHEMS, contributing to the development of a European framework for paediatric health data and supporting cross-border collaboration in digital health and data-driven paediatric care. 

The hospital demonstrated its active engagement within the network by hosting the ECHO Summit in Riga in 2024, bringing together leaders and experts from across Europe to advance shared priorities in children’s healthcare.