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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.

    View all posts 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

February 21, 2023
3 min read

Congratulations to THA’s February Newsmakers

THA’s Newsmakers are leaders from THA-member hospitals and health systems making headlines in Texas health care. Please join in congratulating February’s Newsmakers: David ByrdThe Hospitals of Providence Transmountain Campus David Byrd has been promoted to CEO of Transmountain campus of The Hospitals of Providence in El Paso. Byrd joined the system in 2007 and has served in various leadership roles.…
Celebrating Black Leaders in Texas Hospitals
February 7, 2023
9 min read

Celebrating Black Leaders in Texas Hospitals

Hear from three Black leaders making a difference in Texas health care as they discuss what has inspired their careers, the impact they hope to have on their communities and how Texas hospitals can continue to promote diversity, equity and inclusion.
Member Tenure Awards
January 31, 2023
1 min read

THA’s 2023 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.
January 18, 2023
4 min read

Congratulations to THA’s January Newsmakers

THA’s Newsmakers are leaders from THA-member hospitals and health systems making headlines in Texas health care. Please join in congratulating January’s Newsmakers: Barclay E. BerdanTexas Health Resources Texas Health Resources CEO Barclay E. Berdan has been recognized as one of the 100 Most Influential People in Healthcare for 2022 by Modern Healthcare magazine. This program acknowledges those deemed by their…
January 4, 2023
5 min read

New Year, New Goals: THA’s 2023 Resolutions

On behalf of everyone at the Texas Hospital Association, happy New Year and welcome to The Scope! Each year, after the clock strikes midnight and the New Year begins, we often spend the first days of January reflecting on all that was accomplished over the past 12 months and setting goals for the year ahead. As we kick off 2023,…
January 4, 2023
6 min read

2023 THA Leadership

THA Board of Trustees ChairErin S. Asprec*Executive Vice President and Chief Operating OfficerMemorial Hermann Health System, Houston Chair-ElectBrad D. Holland, FACHE*President/CEOHendrick Health System, Abilene Immediate Past ChairErol Akdamar, FACHE*President-American GroupHCA Healthcare, Nashville THA President/CEOJohn Hawkins*President/CEOTexas Hospital Association, Austin Trustees Sam Bagchi, M.D.*Executive Vice President/Chief Clinical OfficerCHRISTUS Health, Irving Donald BakerPresidentUT Health East Texas, Tyler Carl (Bo) BeaudryCEOCedar Park Regional Medical…
December 13, 2022
7 min read

Honoring a Career in Health Care: Q&A with Dr. John Hellerstedt

Ahead of his retirement as commissioner for the Texas Department of State Health Services, THA sat down with Dr. John Hellerstedt to discuss his career in health care and commitment to public service.
December 13, 2022
8 min read

Making Hospitals Home For the Holidays

Hospitals are open 24/7, operating at 100% even on major holidays like the Fourth of July, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. Often, hospital atmospheres can present themselves as sterile and unwelcoming due to the nature of the work. For patients and health care workers spending their holidays in the hospital, this feeling can intensify during holidays or special occasions not spent at home.
October 20, 2022
7 min read

Evolving as a Leader

As a former THA leadership fellow and with nearly two decades of hospital administration under his belt, Christopher Sandles, MBA, FACHE, is no stranger to health care leadership. Currently, Sandles serves as the president of hospital operations at University Health in San Antonio. This is a new role for him as he transitioned to UH earlier this year. Previously, Sandles served as CEO for the South Texas Veterans Health Care System, and as director for the Central Texas Veterans Health Care System before that.
October 20, 2022
8 min read

Texas Healthcare Trustees: Building Strong Hospital Boards

When people’s health and well-being are at stake, there is no room for hesitancy or doubt in decision-making. Whether it is C-suite executives or behind-the-scenes board members, having informed and experienced leadership is paramount to ensure hospitals and health care workers are well-equipped to provide quality care to patients in need.