Dr. Stephen B. Williams is Professor (tenured) and Chief of the Division of Urology, Department of Surgery at the University of Texas Medical Branch where he is clinically active, engaged in teaching, and administration. He also holds the Robert Earl Cone Endowed Professorship and is the Director of Urologic Oncology, Medical Director of High Value Care for UTMB Health System, and Associate Chief Medical Officer at UTMB Clear Lake.

Dr. Williams is currently a member of many national and international societies, which include the American Urological Association, European Association of Urology, Society International Urology, Society of Urologic Oncology and the American Society of Clinical Oncology. He is on the board for the International Bladder Cancer Network and is a recognized expert in bladder cancer and health services research. Dr. Williams has authored over 200 peer-reviewed publications and has presented his work at numerous national and international meetings. He has previously been invited to present his work at the Institute of Medicine in Washington, DC to help guide health policy decision-making.