Since joining Children’s Hospital Colorado in 2018, Mr. Schwartz has led strategy, business development, precision medicine and physician partnerships, increasing the hospital’s pediatric inpatient market share from 52% to 69%. His leadership shaped the “Destination 2025” strategic plan, positioning Children’s Colorado as the leading pediatric system in the West and securing its place on the U.S. News & World Report honor roll among the nation’s top 10 children’s hospitals. A champion of pediatric research, Mr. Schwartz played a key role in launching the Colorado Child Health Research Institute in 2024, supporting more than 500 physician-scientists and researchers in advancing treatments for conditions like brain tumors and cystic fibrosis. His precision medicine strategy introduced next-generation sequencing, dramatically improving diagnostic speed and personalized treatment options for children with rare diseases. Beyond hospital growth, he has expanded regional partnerships from eight to 15 health systems, allowing more complex pediatric care to be delivered closer to home for families in the Rocky Mountain region. A recognized national expert, Mr. Schwartz frequently speaks on value-based pediatric care, clinical integration and healthcare innovation.
