News Release: 3/23/2026

HCA HOUSTON HEALTHCARE TOMBALL WELCOMES NEW CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER, FRANCIS TEZANOS

HOUSTON, Texas (March 23, 2026) – HCA Houston Healthcare Tomball announced the appointment of Francis Tezanos as chief financial officer, effective Monday, Jan. 12, 2026. Tezanos brings more than two decades of healthcare finance and technology experience to the organization.

Tezanos has served in several key leadership roles at HCA Healthcare, including associate chief financial officer at HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood, where he helped advance financial performance and operational effectiveness.

Most recently, he served as interim chief financial officer at HCA Houston Healthcare Medical Center, where he provided financial oversight for multiple departments and supported hospital priorities to strengthen performance and operations. Tezanos is well known for executing strategic healthcare initiatives that align diverse stakeholders and drive operational excellence.

He earned a bachelor’s degree in management information systems from Florida International University. He also holds a master’s degree in business administration and a master’s degree in accounting.

“Tezanos’ extensive knowledge and proven leadership in healthcare financial management will be a tremendous asset to our hospital and executive team,” said Robert Marmerstein, CEO of HCA Houston Healthcare Tomball. “We are proud to partner with him as we continue to strengthen our organization and positively impact the communities we serve.”

In his role, Tezanos oversees all financial operations, including strategic planning, budgeting, revenue cycle management, and financial performance. He works closely with hospital leaders to support long-term financial sustainability, invest in innovation and advance the mission of HCA Houston Healthcare Tomball.

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About HCA Houston Healthcare Tomball
 

HCA Houston Healthcare Tomball has been a trusted healthcare provider in the Tomball community for more than 70 years. The 350-bed facility offers a wide range of services, including cardiovascular care, stroke care, women's services including a Level II neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), orthopedic surgery and rehabilitation. In 2025, the hospital received the Healthgrades Patient Safety Excellence and Surgical Care Excellence Awards. The hospital was named one of America’s 250 Best Hospitals in 2026. For more information, visit hcahoustonhealthcare.com/tomball.

About HCA Healthcare Gulf Coast Division
 

HCA Houston Healthcare is the leading provider of healthcare in the Greater Houston area, treating nearly a million patients annually. With an employee base of 15,000, HCA Houston Healthcare’s comprehensive network includes 14 hospitals, 11 ambulatory surgery centers, 24 freestanding emergency centers, 29 CareNow® urgent care centers and numerous freestanding diagnostic imaging facilities. The system also includes a regional transfer center that provides support for patient transfers into and out of HCA Houston Healthcare facilities as well as access to ground and air transportation within a 150-mile radius. As one of the region’s largest healthcare systems, HCA Houston Healthcare recognizes the importance of giving back to the communities we serve. A strong advocate for the next generation of healthcare professionals, HCA Houston Healthcare also is a major supporter of the University of Houston College of Nursing and the Tilman J. Fertitta Family College of Medicine. For more information, visit HCAhoustonhealthcare.com.