Dr. Killinger is chief medical officer for University Medical Center. Before assuming his current role, he was chief medical officer for HCA Houston Clear Lake Hospital in Webster, Texas and Mainland Hospital in Texas City, Texas. Throughout the course of his career, he has helped to improve physician satisfaction, institute cutting-edge technologies, and revamp hospital processes. He also has over two decades of clinical experience as a cardiothoracic surgeon.
Becker's Recognition
William Killinger, MDhas been named a Becker's honoree on the lists below.
2024 Winner

Executives
Hospital and Health System CMOs to Know
The physician leaders highlighted by this list champion patient safety, uphold rigorous quality standards, act as liaisons between leadership teams and medical staff, manage risk, and much more. These CMOs are drivers of continuous improvement, and their efforts have helped garner numerous quality and safety accolades for their respective organizations.
2024 Winner

Executives
Hospital and Health System CMOs to Know
The physician leaders highlighted by this list champion patient safety, uphold rigorous quality standards, act as liaisons between leadership teams and medical staff, manage risk, and much more. These CMOs are drivers of continuous improvement, and their efforts have helped garner numerous quality and safety accolades for their respective organizations.
