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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

November 25, 2025
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…
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.
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…
The Vital Role of Volunteers in Texas Hospitals
December 18, 2024
6 min read

The Vital Role of Volunteers in Texas Hospitals

Hospital volunteers play a vital role in creating a supportive and compassionate environment for patients, and an added level of support for health care staff working during the holiday season.
THA's Holiday Tribute to Texas Hospital Heroes
December 12, 2024
8 min read

THA’s Holiday Tribute to Texas Hospital Heroes

The countdown to Christmas has begun and THA is celebrating the holiday season by highlighting health care workers making a difference in Texas hospitals.
November 26, 2024
3 min read

Congratulations to THA’s November Newsmakers

THA members making headlines for their leadership efforts.
Newsmakers for October 2024
October 29, 2024
3 min read

Congratulations to THA’s October 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 October Newsmakers: Erin Clevenger, RNMemorial Medical Center The Memorial Medical Center Board of Managers has named Erin Clevenger, BS, RN as the permanent chief executive officer. Clevenger has worked at Memorial Medical Center for…
Newsmakers for September 2024
September 26, 2024
3 min read

Congratulations to THA’s September 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 September Newsmakers: Teresa BatchelorUT Health Athens UT Health Athens has named Teresa Batchelor CFO. She joins the hospital from the University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus in Topeka. Her previous experience also…