DFWHC’s Awards Luncheon honors healthcare heroes

The DFW Hospital Council would like to thank all sponsors and attendees who participated in yesterday’s 67th Annual Awards Luncheon at the Arlington Convention Center. More than 50 chairs of member hospital boards were honored on stage. Dr. Merlyn Sayers was presented the Distinguished Health Service Award. James Mendez of Kindred Hospital Dallas was the recipient of the Young Healthcare Executive of the Year Award. David Biegler of Children’s Health System received the Kerney Laday, Sr. Trustee of the Year Award. Additional highlights included Keynote Speaker Jon Meacham, Jason Castro singing the National Anthem and a surprise appearance by the S.B. & C. dancers performing in honor of the luncheon’s theme, “Fall Fandango.” (photos by Jerry McClure)