EPISODE 32

SEPTEMBER 2025

25 min

E32: From Pediatric Nephrology to CEO: Alejandro Quiroga’s Journey at Children’s Mercy

E32: From Pediatric Nephrology to CEO: Alejandro Quiroga’s Journey at Children’s Mercy

Episode Description

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 explor...

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