Taylor Eighmy has been appointed as acting president of The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio.

Francisco G. Cigarroa, M.D., is named the Senior Executive Vice President for Health Affairs & Health System at UT Health San Antonio

Cigarroa is a renowned physician, academic leader, and public servant whose career reflects an unwavering commitment to health care excellence, innovation and service.

The awards propel high-risk, high-reward ideas and innovations that demonstrate very significant potential for real-world impact.

Since announcing the merger in August, university leaders have been encouraged by the enthusiastic support of the San Antonio community.

With merger and other big plans, UT San Antonio is forging a path to become one of the state’s leading public universities.