Riley Children’s Health announces new president
INDIANAPOLIS – Longtime healthcare executive and pediatric hospital leader David Biggerstaff has been named president of Riley Children’s Health, effective February 2, 2025. Biggerstaff currently serves as chief operating officer for Intermountain Health’s Saint Joseph Hospital in Denver, Colo. Prior to that, Biggerstaff held leadership roles at top children’s hospitals including Children’s Hospital Colorado in Aurora and Children’s Medical Center of Dallas in Texas.
With nearly 30 years as a health care administrator, Biggerstaff brings a wealth of experience and a strong record of accomplishments. He is a seasoned professional with extensive history in both adult and pediatric academic medical centers, as well as community-based programs and facilities.
“As Indiana’s first and only comprehensive pediatric health system, David’s experience and expertise are crucial to our continued service to children and families across the state,” said Dr. Ryan Nagy, interim president of Riley Children’s Health and president of IU Health Methodist and University hospitals. “His commitment to patient care and drive for excellence is exactly what we need to help to move forward our vision of making Indiana a healthier state.”
Biggerstaff holds a master’s degree in healthcare administration from Trinity University in San Antonio, Texas, and completed an administrative residency at INTEGRIS Health in Oklahoma City. He has a bachelor’s degree in business administration with an emphasis in accounting from Oklahoma State University.
"I am humbled to join an organization that has had such profound impact on the health of Hoosier children for more than a century,” said Biggerstaff. “Riley is the role model for pediatric healthcare in Indiana, and I am eager to contribute to this rich legacy."
Biggerstaff and his wife look forward to joining the Hoosier state and becoming active in the community. They will be relocating to Indianapolis over the next 90 days while their twin sons complete their senior years of college.
