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Phoenix Children’s, one of the nation’s largest and fastest-growing pediatric healthcare systems, today announced the retirement of Robert L. Meyer, who has served as the organization’s President and CEO for 22 years. Working closely with the Board of Directors to finalize the leadership transition process, including the selection of his replacement, Meyer will officially retire in the summer of 2025, marking the end of an exceptional leadership tenure that has shaped Phoenix Children’s into a nationally recognized institution for children's healthcare.

Phoenix Children’s today announced the appointment of John R. Nickens IV as its next President & Chief Executive Officer, following the planned retirement of long-serving President & CEO Robert L. Meyer.

Kari Cornicelli, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at Phoenix Children's, brings more than 30 years of experience to the organization, with expertise in healthcare finance and value growth.

One of the most important things that competitive youth athletes need to be aware of is that overtraining can lead to overuse injuries. By following tips from Phoenix Children’s, young athletes can be better prepared to prevent overuse injuries that could keep them out of the game.

Phoenix Children’s is pleased to announce Jared Muenzer, MD, MBA, has been promoted to serve the organization as Physician-in-Chief. As Physician-in-Chief, Dr. Muenzer will lead the nationally ranked clinical enterprise at Phoenix Children’s alongside Surgeon-in-Chief, Daniel Ostlie, MD.

Again recognized as a Best Children’s Hospital and a top Pediatric Cardiology and Heart Surgery program by U.S. News and World Report, Phoenix Children’s has earned the top rating of three stars from The Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS) for the sixth consecutive year.

As Chief Physician Executive, Muenzer will lead all clinical care, including the health system’s growing behavioral health services, Phoenix Children’s Care Network, clinical research efforts at the Phoenix Children’s Research Institute, medical education and the growing network of Phoenix Children’s Pediatrics practices. He will continue to serve as Chief Operating Officer of Phoenix Children’s Medical Group, a role he has held since 2016.