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Congratulations to THA’s January Newsmakers

Congratulations to THA’s January Newsmakers

Julia MannJan 18, 20235 min read

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…

The Texas Legislature Convenes: THA’s Priorities for a Great 88

The Texas Legislature Convenes: THA’s Priorities for a Great 88

Joey BerlinJan 10, 20238 min read

Every two years, Texas hospitals get less than five months to convince state lawmakers how to foster a better health care landscape in the Lone Star State. That window opens…

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

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

Julia MannDec 13, 20227 min read

Dr. John Hellerstedt has been a respected leader in Texas health care for more than two decades. His public service career began in 2000 when he became medical director of…

Closing a Chapter of Texas Hospitals

Closing a Chapter of Texas Hospitals

Amy RiosDec 13, 202213 min read

Since its founding in 1930, the Texas Hospital Association prides itself on providing timely communications to its members. Like any organization that has been around for nearly 100 years, it…

From the Desk of John Hawkins

From the CEO’s Desk

Keep up with the most pressing issues facing hospitals today with messages from THA’s Chief Executive Officer John Hawkins.

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