In this episode of the Pediatric Moonshot podcast, Dr. Alejandro “Ali” Quiroga shares his unexpected path from aspiring ER physician to pediatric nephrologist, and ultimately to President and CEO of Children’s Mercy in Kansas City. Ali reflects on the turning points that shaped his career, from patient care to leadership, and offers candid insights into the challenges facing children’s hospitals today—reimbursement, complexity of care, and the need to amplify children’s voices. He also explores how AI is poised to transform pediatric medicine, leveling the playing field for independent hospitals and even enhancing empathy in patient communication. Join us for an inspiring conversation about purpose-driven leadership, the future of children’s healthcare, and why giving kids a stronger voice may be the key to lasting change This episode is brought to you by BevelCloud—powering distributed AI in healthcare and driving the Pediatric Moonshot forward. Learn more at BevelCloud.ai."