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Evolving as a Leader

Evolving as a Leader

Julia MannOct 20, 20227 min read

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…

Texas Healthcare Trustees: Building Strong Hospital Boards

Texas Healthcare Trustees: Building Strong Hospital Boards

Julia MannOct 20, 20229 min read

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…

Educating Hospital Leaders in Health Care Policy

Educating Hospital Leaders in Health Care Policy

Julia MannOct 20, 202210 min read

Education is the foundation on which we base our perspective of the world, and our depth of knowledge in a certain area often determines where we choose to apply that…

Implementing Sustainable Health Care

Implementing Sustainable Health Care

Julia MannAug 4, 202210 min read

Going green, or making efforts to reduce negative environmental impacts to the Earth, is not new. In fact, green movements have been prevalent across the world since 1285 when thick…

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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