John Zerwas<

John M. Zerwas, M.D. is the Executive Vice Chancellor for Health Affairs at The University of Texas System, a position he has held since October 2019.12 In this role, he provides oversight and guidance for the six UT System health institutions, which form one of the largest networks of academic health institutions in the United States.1

Professional Background

Dr. Zerwas has had a distinguished career spanning medicine, politics, and healthcare administration:

• He has been a licensed physician in Texas since 1980, specializing in anesthesiology since 1985.2
• He co-founded a Houston area anesthesiology group practice in 1996, which later became part of US Anesthesia Partners.1
• From 2003 to 2008, he served as Chief Medical Officer of the Memorial Hermann Hospital System.1
• He is a past president of the American Society of Anesthesiologists.1

Political Career

Before joining the UT System, Dr. Zerwas served seven terms in the Texas House of Representatives, representing District 28 (Northwestern Fort Bend County).1 During his time in the legislature, he:

• Served eleven years on the House Appropriations Committee, including three years as Chairman.1
• Chaired the House Committee on Higher Education in 2015-2016.1
• Was twice named one of the "Ten Best Legislators" by Texas Monthly.1

Education

Dr. Zerwas graduated from the University of Houston and earned his Doctorate in Medicine from Baylor College of Medicine in 1980.12

Personal Life

John Zerwas is married to Sylvia and has six children and nine grandchildren.1 His LinkedIn username is john-zerwas-md-290b7814.2