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  • Julia Mann

    As the strategic communications manager for the Texas Hospital Association, Julia Mann manages THA’s digital blog The Scope, as well as its subsequent content on the MicroScope, social media, and more. Prior to the launch of The Scope, Julia served as the editor of Texas Hospitals magazine while it was still in publication. Using her background in communications and public affairs across various industries, Julia specializes in writing and creating content to reach specific audiences. At THA, Julia primarily writes articles highlighting the lifesaving care provided at Texas hospitals and sharing THA-member hospitals’ and health systems’ achievements. Outside of THA, Julia is also the editor of her sorority, Alpha Sigma Tau’s, national magazine, The Anchor.

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    As the strategic communications manager for the Texas Hospital Association, Julia Mann manages THA’s digital blog The Scope, as well as its subsequent content on the MicroScope, social media, and more. Prior to the launch of The Scope, Julia served as the editor of Texas Hospitals magazine while it was still in publication. Using her background in communications and public affairs across various industries, Julia specializes in writing and creating content to reach specific audiences. At THA, Julia primarily writes articles highlighting the lifesaving care provided at Texas hospitals and sharing THA-member hospitals’ and health systems’ achievements. Outside of THA, Julia is also the editor of her sorority, Alpha Sigma Tau’s, national magazine, The Anchor.

Articles by Julia Mann

January 29, 2026
3 min read

2025 Newsmakers in Texas Hospitals

Sponsored by Envision Healthcare, THA’s Newsmakers are hospital executives and leaders from THA-member hospitals and health systems that are making headlines in Texas health care. Please join us in congratulating our Newsmakers: November 2025 Newsmakers Matthew BursleyHeart Hospital of Austin Matthew Bursley has been appointed chief financial officer of Heart Hospital of Austin, part of St. David’s HealthCare. Bursley stepped…
January 29, 2026
4 min read

2026 Newsmakers in Texas Hospitals

THA’s Newsmakers are hospital executives and leaders from THA-member hospitals and health systems that are making headlines in Texas health care. Please join us in congratulating our Newsmakers: January 2026 Newsmakers Tyler BodifordHCA Medical City Decatur HCA Medical City Decatur has named Tyler Bodiford its new chief financial officer. Bodiford most recently served as CFO of HCA HealthTrust North Texas…
January 21, 2026
3 min read

Before the Cold Arrives: How Texans Can Prepare for Winter Weather

Cold weather in Texas often arrives quickly and with little margin for error. Freezing temperatures, icy roads, power outages, and disrupted access to care can create serious risks for individuals, families and communities – especially when preparation happens too late. Staying safe, and staying out of the hospital, during winter weather in Texas means taking simple, proactive steps to prevent…
THA's Holiday Tribute to the Heroic Work of Texas Hospitals
December 19, 2025
8 min read

THA’s Holiday Tribute to the Heroic Work of Texas Hospitals

This holiday season, we celebrate the extraordinary expertise, compassion and lifesaving work of health care professionals in Texas hospitals. Every day, these dedicated individuals provide critical care, comfort and hope, making a profound difference for patients, families and their communities. To honor their remarkable contributions, THA is highlighting stories of health care heroes whose skills, courage and compassion have saved…
November 11, 2025
5 min read

Leading Texas Hospitals: Honoring Service Beyond the Uniform This Veterans Day

This Veterans Day, THA is proud to honor four veterans who have carried their commitment to service from the military to health care leadership. As administrators and executives across Texas hospitals, they exemplify the same dedication, teamwork and resilience that defined their time in uniform. Their paths from serving the nation to serving patients highlight a shared mission – to…
September 10, 2025
1 min read

THA’s 2025 Membership Awards

THA would not be the strong voice it needs to be for Texas hospitals without the ongoing support, collaboration and input from its members.
10 Tips for Going Back to School Safely
August 12, 2025
4 min read

10 Tips for Going Back to School Safely

As kids head back to the classroom, here are 10 key reminders to help parents set their children up for a safe and healthy school year.
June 10, 2025
4 min read

Surviving the Summer: Extreme Heat Safety in Texas

A Texan’s guide to staying safe and out of the hospital in the scorching summer months.
May 8, 2025
13 min read

Women to Know in Texas Hospitals, Health Care and Public Policy

The 89th Texas Legislature is underway and there are a number of women making waves. Check out the women to know in Texas hospitals, health care, and public policy during this legislative session. Zelia Baugh Zelia Baugh serves as the executive vice president and behavioral health administrator at JPS Health Network, where she leads the organization’s strategic efforts to expand…
December 19, 2024
3 min read

Congratulations to THA’s December Newsmakers

Sponsored by In-Flow Executives, THA’s Newsmakers highlights leaders from THA member hospitals and health systems making headlines in Texas health care. Please join in congratulating our December Newsmakers: Dr. Jenny ChangHouston Methodist After a national search, Dr. Jenny Chang has been selected to be the next president and CEO of the Houston Methodist Academic Institute and executive vice president and…