Phoenix Children’s Appoints Joshua D. Koch, MD, Senior Vice President, Hospital Based In Chief

Phoenix Children’s today announced the appointment of Joshua D. Koch, MD, as Senior Vice President, Hospital Based In Chief, a newly established executive physician leadership role created to strengthen coordination across the health system’s hospital-based clinical services.

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September 16, 2026
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Phoenix Children's Medical Connection

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Joshua D. Koch, MD, has been appointed as Senior Vice President, Hospital Based In Chief at Phoenix Children’s.
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Dr. Koch will oversee critical care, neonatology, emergency departments, and other hospital-based clinical services.
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He previously co-directed the Center for Heart Care and held leadership roles within Phoenix Children’s Medical Group.
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Dr. Koch's research focuses on neurologic outcomes, cardiac arrest prevention, and patient safety, with publications in major journals.
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He earned his medical degree from the University of Kansas and completed his residency and fellowship at the University of Texas Southwestern.

Phoenix Children’s Appoints Joshua D. Koch, MD, Senior Vice President, Hospital Based In Chief

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Phoenix Children’s Appoints Joshua D. Koch, MD, Senior Vice President, Hospital Based In Chief

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