Dr. Kelleher leads Phoenix Children’s quality and safety team and has helped the organization earn national rankings and its lowest serious safety event rate to date. A board-certified pediatric hospitalist, she spearheaded the “WATCHER” predictive algorithm system, identifying at-risk patients early and preventing ICU emergencies. She has championed innovative technologies like AI-driven malnutrition detection tools and electronic signage for real-time care alerts. Dr. Kelleher also advanced unique initiatives including clinical nurse attending roles and sepsis huddle campaigns to elevate care standards. Her leadership has fostered a “safety II” culture and earned recognition from U.S. News & World Report, Solutions for Patient Safety and other national organizations. She is deeply involved in clinical education, committee leadership and quality collaborations across Arizona and the nation.
