Ascension Texas, which oversees and operates Ascension Seton hospitals in the Austin area, announced Aug. 28 Christann Vasquez will become its new chief operating officer. Vasquez will assume the role Sept. 1 and serve under Andy Davis, former COO of Ascension Texas who was promoted to CEO in July, according to a news release from Ascension Texas.

Vasquez currently serves as Regional Hospital President for Dell Seton Medical Center at the University of Texas, Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin, and Ascension Seton Shoal Creek. In the past, Vazquez worked for Ascension Seton as the inaugural President of Dell Seton Medical Center and the President of University Medical Center Brackenridge.

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