Faculty Profiles

Biography
Dr. Eric Weaver, DHA, MHA, is a nationally recognized leader in healthcare administration, specializing in value-based care transformation, population health, and health equity initiatives. With extensive executive leadership experience in Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs) and risk-bearing physician entities, Dr. Weaver has successfully guided healthcare organizations in optimizing financial performance and improving patient outcomes. His expertise spans advanced primary care, payer-provider collaboration, and the integration of innovative healthcare technologies, including AI-driven analytics and care management platforms.

Dr. Weaver has held executive roles in leading healthcare organizations, including Lumeris, Innovista Health, and the Institute for Advancing Health Value. He has a proven track record in strategic growth, securing multi-million dollar healthcare investments, and pioneering innovative care delivery models. A sought-after thought leader, Dr. Weaver has authored numerous industry reports, whitepapers, and peer-reviewed research while hosting educational podcasts and national conferences on value-based care.

In addition to his professional achievements, Dr. Weaver is committed to healthcare workforce development and education. As an adjunct faculty member with the Texas State University School of Health Administration, he leverages his industry experience to mentor future healthcare leaders. His contributions to academia, policy, and healthcare practice continue to shape the future of value-based healthcare in the United States.

Education
Doctor of Healthcare Administration (DHA) – Medical University of South Carolina
HIMSS Foundation PhD. Scholarship Award
Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) – Texas State University
Outstanding Graduate Student Award, School of Health AdministrationUpsilon Phi Delta, National Honor Society of Healthcare Administration
Bachelor of Science in Clinical Laboratory Science (BSCLS), Magna Cum Laude – Texas State University
LBJ Outstanding Senior Award (Highest honor for a graduating senior, recognizing leadership, character, and scholarship.)Leadership Roles: Senator – Associated Student Government, President – Alpha Chi Honor Society, President – Order of Omega, President – Alpha Tau Omega (Texas State Greek Man of the Year), Presidential Appointee – Student Foundation
Executive Education in Strategy for Health Care Delivery – Harvard Business School
Executive Education in Implementing High Value Health Care – Dell Medical School, The University of Texas at Austin
Value-Based Care Analytics Certificate – CareJourney® by Arcadia
Advanced Studies in Health Information Management Certificate – Texas State University