DFWHC’s Love participates in “Eye on Innovation” Series

11/21/2023

Working with the Retina Foundation, the DFW Hospital Council (DFWHC) President/CEO Stephen Love participated in the “Eye of Innovation” series on November 15 at the Dallas Country Club. Love moderated a panel to include Dr. Karl Csaky, MD, PhD, chief executive and medical officer at the Retina Foundation of the Southwest, T. Boone Pickens director – Molecular Ophthalmology Laboratory and … Read More

DFWHC to participate in national diversity program

08/08/2023

The Dallas-Fort Worth Hospital Council (DFWHC) announced this week it was participating in The Center for Health Affairs and Metropolitan Association Purchasing Services (CHAMPS), a nationwide group purchasing organization (GPO) that emphasizes minority-owned, veteran-owned and women-owned businesses. A file detailing regional and national businesses was distributed to hospital members this week. “For several decades, DFWHC has worked with state hospital … Read More

DFWHC’s Stephen Love discusses local heat wave on KRLD 1080

07/21/2023

DFW Hospital Council President/CEO Stephen Love discussed the dangers of the North Texas heat wave and how it pertains to local hospitals during an interview yesterday with David Rankin and Kristin Diaz on NewsRadio 1080 KRLD. “Hospitals are always prepared for some kind of mass-casualty event. They are also prepared for a surge. I wouldn’t say there’s a surge, but … Read More

#HAVHope – national day of awareness to highlight how America’s hospitals can combat violence in our society

06/02/2023

The DFW Hospital Council (DFWHC) today would like to join America’s hospitals for #HAVhope, a national day of awareness to highlight how we can combat violence in our communities. Today, June 2, 2023, marks the seventh annual Hospitals Against Violence #HAVhope Friday as hospitals continue to work towards partnerships to build safe workplaces and communities. “After the shootings on May … Read More

University of St. Augustine’s “Seniors Health Fair” set for June 14

05/31/2023

The University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences will host the “Seniors Health Fair” at VariSpace Las Colinas on Wednesday, June 14 from 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m., CT. This free wellness event is intended for older adults, but all members of the community are welcome. Educational demonstrations will detail tips for wellness, exercise, healthcare and safety. To RSVP, please … Read More

DFWHC and the hospitals of North Texas announce one minute of silence on May 12

05/11/2023

The Dallas-Fort Worth Hospital Council (DFWHC) Board of Trustees announced today it would observe one minute of silence on Friday, May 12, from 12:00 noon to 12:01 p.m. in honor of the victims of the shootings at Allen Premium Outlets mall. With this being the National Nurses and Hospital week, the DFWHC is asking its member hospitals and community members … Read More

North Texas hospital employees awarded during April 19 Luncheon

04/20/2023

A salute to the North Texas hospital workforce, the Dallas-Fort Worth Hospital Council (DFWHC) Foundation’s 25th Annual Employee of the Year Luncheon was held April 19 at the Hurst Conference Center. More than 600 attendees turned out to honor 120 nominees and 14 award recipients from health systems across the region. “We hope this day was as memorable and inspiring … Read More

Texas Health guests talk Parkinson’s and food insecurity on final episode of “The Human Side of Health Care”

03/27/2023

Episode 13 of the fourth year and the final episode of the DFW Hospital Council’s (DFWHC) radio program “The Human Side of Health Care” was broadcast on Sunday on KRLD 1080 AM. The discussion included the outlook for patients diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease and food insecurity across North Texas. Guests included: • Dr. Stephen Hurlbut, Neurologist at Texas Health Harris … Read More

Sharn Barbarin of Medical City and Dr. Daniel Costa of UTSW highlight “The Human Side of Health Care”

03/21/2023

Episode 12 of the fourth year of the DFW Hospital Council’s (DFWHC) weekly radio program “The Human Side of Health Care” was broadcast on Sunday on KRLD 1080 AM. The discussion included Medical City Arlington’s Chief Executive Officer discussing her career and a Professor of Radiology at UT Southwestern detailing the latest innovations in cancer treatment. Guests included: • Sharn … Read More