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January 20, 2026
THA PSO Learning Forum: Empowering Safety Culture Through an Effective Patient Safety Evaluation System (PSES)
The laws and regulations governing Patient Safety Evaluation Systems (PSES) and the protection of Patient Safety Work Product (PSWP) are complex and nuanced. To navigate these requirements, healthcare leaders must understand how to operationalize their PSES in ways that safeguard sensitive data, enable meaningful analysis, and strengthen a culture of continuous learning. This virtual learning forum will explore the core components of an effective PSES, highlight real-world case studies, and offer best practices to support meaningful implementation.
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March 3-5, 2026
THIE Hot Topics
Hot Topics is a premier free education opportunity for healthcare leaders. THIE gathers healthcare leaders from Texas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas to explore best practices in patient safety, exchange ideas, and deliver innovative solutions in risk management.
March 5-6, 2026
2026 Texas Hospital Communicators Summit
Join us in Austin to connect with hospital communicators from across the state. You’ll have a chance to:
- Learn about new tools and industry messaging;
- Strategize for 2026 and beyond;
- Meet your counterparts from other Texas hospitals;
- Learn about industry perception, challenges and opportunities;
- Share best practices and new ideas.
The event is open to THA member hospital communications staff only. In-person attendance is limited to 50 attendees and virtual attendance will not be offered.
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March 24, 26, 31, April 2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23 and 28, 2026, Noon–1 P.M.
Hospital Conditions of Participation (CoPs) 2026
This eleven-part online webinar series will review key sections of the CMS Hospital Conditions of Participation (CoP) manual, Appendix A. It’s designed to help hospital staff understand and comply with federal regulations, including those required for Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement. Topics include infection control, QAPI, medical staff, nursing services, patient rights, and more. The program will also cover updates from 2020 through 2025, including areas where interpretive guidelines and survey procedures are still pending.
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May 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28, June 9, 11, 16, 18, 2026, Noon–1 P.M.
Critical Access Hospital (CAH) Conditions of Participation: Ensuring Compliance 2026
This ten-part webinar series will guide CAHs through the CMS Conditions of Participation (CoP) found in Appendix W, with special focus on commonly cited areas like Patient Rights. Although the CAH manual lacks a dedicated Patient Rights section, hospitals are still required to ensure a safe environment and uphold all patient rights. The series will address recent regulatory changes, including infection control, QAPI, and discharge planning, as well as areas with missing interpretive guidelines. It also covers key compliance topics such as nursing care plans, medication management, informed consent, and required policies and procedures.
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June 4, 2026, 8:30 A.M. – June 6, 2026, 11 A.M.
THT Healthcare Governance Conference
Join Texas Healthcare Trustees and more than 400 board members and hospital CEOs from around the state at the Healthcare Governance Conference. Let’s talk all things health care including the regulatory landscape, compliance infrastructure, governance best practices and trends heading into the new year.
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June 4, 2026, 8:30 A.M. – June 6, 2026, 11 A.M.
THT Healthcare Governance Virtual Conference
Join Texas Healthcare Trustees and more than 400 board members and hospital CEOs from around the state at the Healthcare Governance Conference. Let’s talk all things health care including the regulatory landscape, compliance infrastructure, governance best practices and trends heading into the new year.
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July 22 and 29, 2026, Noon–1:30 P.M.
EMTALA 2026
This two-part webinar series will review the CMS Conditions of Participation and Interpretive Guidelines related to EMTALA, which apply to hospitals with emergency departments and those with specialized capabilities. It will cover all twelve EMTALA tag numbers, plus additional guidance on on-call physicians and community care plans. The program will also discuss a landmark case that expanded hospital and practitioner liability under EMTALA. With ongoing legislation, hospitals can expect increased scrutiny, fines, and deficiencies related to EMTALA compliance.
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