Dr. Alejandro Quiroga Appointed President and CEO of Children’s Mercy Kansas City
KANSAS CITY, Mo., December 11, 2024 (Business Watch Global) — Pediatric healthcare provider Children’s Mercy Kansas City has announced the appointment of Dr. Alejandro Quiroga as its new President and Chief Executive Officer, effective January 2, 2025. Dr. Quiroga, a Colombian physician and graduate of Universidad del Rosario in Bogotá, was selected after a nationwide search.
Dr. Alejandro Quiroga, CEO, President, Children’s Mercy Kansas City • Children’s Mercy Kansas City
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Dr. Quiroga most recently held the position of President at Corewell Health West, overseeing a $4.2 billion integrated healthcare system in Michigan that includes 10 hospitals, over 120 ambulatory sites, and a teaching hospital affiliated with Michigan State University College of Human Medicine.
Dr. Quiroga specializes in pediatric nephrology and has held several medical positions at institutions across the United States. He completed clerkships in neurology, pediatric neurology, and pediatric oncology research at Johns Hopkins Hospital, a residency at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital in Miami, and a fellowship in pediatric nephrology at Montefiore Children’s Hospital in New York City.
“This is a dream come true. As a Colombian physician, it fills me with pride to lead an institution like Children’s Mercy, which has set the standard for pediatric healthcare and research. I am inspired by the commitment of the talented team at Children’s Mercy and the community’s unwavering support for its mission. Together, we will continue to create a world of well-being for every child we serve,” said Dr. Quiroga.
Diane Gallagher, Chair of the Children’s Mercy Board of Directors, also commented on the appointment. “[Dr. Quiroga is] an inspiring leader with a strong research mindset and a deep passion for caring for children. His impressive experience and vision will undoubtedly guide Children’s Mercy into a future of innovation and excellence,” she said.
Children’s Mercy Kansas City provides pediatric healthcare services and conducts medical research. The organization serves patients across the Midwest and beyond.
For more information about Children’s Mercy Kansas City, visit www.childrensmercy.org.
Source: Children’s Mercy Kansas City
