Bill Aston Award for Quality:
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Grapevine
Congratulations to Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Grapevine recipient of the 2026 Bill Aston Award for Quality for its work to reduce hypoglycemia through nurse-led, physician-engaged practice standardization across critical care and step-down cardiac care.
Bill Aston Award for Quality:
United Regional Health Care System, Wichita Falls
Congratulations to United Regional Health Care System, recipient of the Bill Aston Award for Quality for Coding for Quality, an initiative that brought clinical documentation, coding and quality teams together to improve the accuracy of Patient Safety Indicators (PSIs), strengthen patient safety and ensure reported outcomes accurately reflect the care delivered.
Bill Aston Award for Quality:
CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital Westover Hills
Congratulations to CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital Westover Hills, recipient of the 2026 Bill Aston Award for Quality for its Sepsis Journey to Excellence.
Excellence in Community Service Award:
Texas Health Resources
Texas Health Resources is recognized with the Excellence in Community Service Award for its comprehensive approach to nutrition security, a systemwide strategy that improves access to affordable, nutritious food while strengthening local food systems across North Texas.
Pioneer Award:
Candice Smith
Candice Smith, MSN, RN, RHCNOC, CCRN RACR is recognized with the Pioneer Award for her transformative leadership at Deaf Smith County Hospital District, where she has expanded access to care, improved patient outcomes and helped position the organization as a model of rural healthcare excellence.
HOSPAC Star Award:
Adam Willmann, FACHE
Each year, HOSPAC proudly honors an exceptional hospital leader with the HOSPAC Star Award – our highest recognition for service and advocacy on behalf of all Texas hospitals. This year’s recipient is Adam Willmann, Chief Executive Officer, Goodall-Witcher Healthcare.
THA Membership Tenure Awards
Honoring hospitals and healthcare systems for their continued membership in THA and the American Hospital Association.