Episode 345

Bending the Cost Curve in Pediatric Healthcare with George Boghos

Aug 24, 2026

33:56

Autism Spectrum Mental Health Health Economics Caregiver Support Children's Health

Episode Description

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Episode Overview:

Children with special healthcare needs make up just 20% of the pediatric population, yet account for nearly half of all pediatric health spending, navigating a fragmented system that too often fails them.

George Boghos, CEO of Imagine Pediatrics, is on a mission to change that.

As a two-time founder with deep roots in pediatric care and healthcare investing, George brings both operational grit and genuine passion to this challenge.

Under his leadership, Imagine Pediatrics has grown to serve more than 78,000 children across eight states, delivering 24/7 virtual and in-home medical, behavioral, and social care through value-based partnerships.

Join us to discover how this pioneering model is keeping kids out of the hospital, building caregiver confidence, and proving that aligning incentives around outcomes transforms lives.

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Episode Highlights:

Imagine Pediatrics serves 78,000 children with special needs, delivering 24/7 virtual and in-home integrated care.
George's mother, a retiring pediatrician, sparked his lifelong passion for reimagining pediatric healthcare from childhood.
Just 20% of children with special needs account for over 50% of all pediatric healthcare spending nationally.
In year one, Imagine Pediatrics saved $65 million in total cost of care across two health plan partnerships.
With an NPS above 87, Imagine Pediatrics builds family trust by asking caregivers simply, "What keeps you up at night?

About our Guest:

Mr. Boghos manages overall operations and sets strategic direction for Imagine Pediatrics. He also leads the Impact arm of our organization, helping to expand our footprint and advance our ability to create a world where every child with special health care needs gets the care and support they deserve.

Prior to Imagine Pediatrics, Mr. Boghos co-founded and led AIM Clinics, a center and in-home provider dedicated to delivering evidence-based Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) services to children with autism and their families who are from communities that experience health inequity.

As CEO of AIM Clinics, Mr. Boghos was responsible for organizational growth and operational strategy. In four years, he led the company’s expansion from one clinic in Arkansas to more than 25 clinics spanning five states.

In 2021, he oversaw AIM Clinics’ merger with Hopebridge Autism Therapy Centers — where he served as Chief Strategy Officer before joining the Clinical Advisory Board in 2023.

As a current member of the board, Mr. Boghos remains deeply committed to the company’s vision of ensuring that all kids have access to comprehensive autism interventions at the highest level.

Before dedicating his career to reimagining pediatric health care, Mr. Boghos trained in healthcare finance and investing, spending time at Primus Capital Funds, Baird Capital, and Citadel.

He earned a B.A. in Economics and Mathematics from Vanderbilt University as well as an M.B.A. from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.

He currently resides in Chicago, Illinois with his family.

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