Henrich was a ‘giant’ who guided UT Health San Antonio through growth, pandemic

Dr. William L. Henrich, longtime president of UT Health San Antonio, led a transformation of the medical school into a top-ranked institution with programs in cancer treatment, obesity, diabetes, dementia and aging. Henrich, 77, died early Thursday from complications related to a medical procedure, the school said. He had suffered from a form of blood cancer called myelodysplasia. Dr. Rob Hromas, acting president, and James B. Milliken, chancellor, announced the passing of the school’s president, who had held the position for 15 years, “with very heavy hearts.” “He was a visionary leader and a joy to work with, and his creativity, hard work and passion will always be examples for all of us. His laugh will ring through our corridors for many years. Among the many people we have known both professionally and personally, he gave the most of himself to all of us,” the school said.