As the CEO of University Health for nearly two decades, George Hernandez has worked tirelessly to transform the hospital into a top-tier academic medical center in South Texas. In his latest interview with Robert Rivard on the BigCitySmallTown podcast, Hernandez shared his journey and accomplishments with our readers.
In this episode, Hernandez reflects on the expansions and struggles that the hospital system has faced over the years, including the challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite these challenges, he believes that the pandemic made University Health stronger as a team and emphasized the importance of bringing healthcare services closer to communities in San Antonio.
As he prepares for retirement, Hernandez plans to spend more time with his grandchildren and sees generational change as a positive way to ensure continued growth and success for University Health. While he will miss his job tremendously, Hernandez believes it’s important for fresh perspectives to come into leadership roles.