R. Wesley Dean, DHA, RCIS, AACC

Assistant Vice President of Cardiovascular Operations at HCA Central / West Texas Division. (St. David’s HealthCare and Las Palmas Del Sol Healthcare) in Austin.

Wes stands out as a dynamic and impactful leader in the cardiovascular service line, demonstrating exceptional strategic vision and operational prowess. His direct supervision of cardiovascular services for all hospitals within HCA’s Central/West TX Division underscores his ability to manage complex teams and drive consistent performance. 

Notably, his strategic leadership at St. David’s Medical Center’s Electrophysiology Program, with Texas Cardiac Arrhythmia one of the nation’s largest, is a testament to his ability to handle highvolume, high-stakes environments. He was instrumental in spearheading the shift to PFA ablation technology, positioning his organization as a national leader by securing first-in-country access to cutting-edge medical devices. 

What’s more, Wes has shown a deep commitment to team building by partnering with an accredited Cath Lab Technologist program to create an asynchronous local cohort. In doing so, the team effectively addressed staffing shortages, eliminated costly contract labor and provided valuable upskilling opportunities for internal employees. This program’s recognition at the HCA corporate level highlights its replicable success. 

Beyond leading others to strive for operational excellence daily, Wes actively engages in career outreach, promoting the cardiovascular technologist field to prime the pipeline and positive influence the youth to pursue careers leading to workforce stability and pipeline feeders into cardiovascular programs. His comprehensive involvement in strategic planning, community outreach, physician relations and leader development demonstrates a holistic understanding of service line management. His ability to navigate complex negotiations and capital projects, spanning multiple markets, distinguishes Wes Dean as a truly superb leader in cardiovascular care.