DFWHC announces 2023 Young Healthcare and Kerney Laday, Sr. Trustee recipients

08/17/2023

The DFW Hospital Council’s (DFWHC) announced today the 2023 recipients of its Young Healthcare Executive of the Year and Kerney Laday, Sr. Trustee of the Year awards. Amanda Thrash, president of Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Allen has been named this year’s Young Healthcare honoree while Michael Guyton of the Texas Health Board of Trustees will be the Kerney Laday, Sr. … 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

Celena Rae to perform National Anthem during DFWHC’s 75th Annual Awards Luncheon

08/02/2023

The DFW Hospital Council (DFWHC) announced today Celena Rae would perform the National Anthem to open its 75th Annual Awards Luncheon on October 27 at the Irving Convention Center. A multi-faceted performer, Celena is the in-arena host and national anthem singer for the Dallas Stars of the National Hockey League. She also serves as the official game host for the … Read More

ACHE of NTX to host “Breakfast with Edmundo Castañeda” on Aug. 1

07/28/2023

ACHE of North Texas will host the networking event “Breakfast with the EVP & COO – Edmundo Castañeda, FACHE” on Tuesday, August 1 from 7:30 to 9:00 a.m. at Parkland Health, on the 4th Floor of the WISH Tower in Suite 04-131. Castañeda was named executive vice president and chief operating officer of Parkland Health in January, 2022. Edmundo directs … Read More

Sponsorships and tickets now available to DFWHC’s 75th Annual Awards Luncheon

07/21/2023

With the theme of “Inspired Dedication,” the DFW Hospital Council’s (DFWHC) 75th Annual Awards Luncheon is set for Friday, October 27 at the Irving Convention Center. The reception begins at 11:00 a.m., followed by the luncheon and awards from 12 noon to 1:30 p.m. This year’s event will be highlighted by the appearance of none other than Jane Pauley as … 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

DFWHC announces 2023 Distinguished Health Service Award recipient

07/18/2023

The DFW Hospital Council (DFWHC) announced today former Arlington Mayor Jeff Williams will be the 2023 recipient of its Distinguished Health Service Award, an honor dating back to 1948. The award will be presented during DFWHC’s 75th Annual Awards Luncheon on October 27 at the Irving Convention Center. Williams, who served as mayor from 2015-2021, was instrumental in creating awareness … Read More

ACHE of NTX to host “Feed the City Rockwall” event on July 15

07/07/2023

ACHE of North Texas will host the community event “Feed the City Rockwall” on Saturday, July 15 from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. at On the Border on 747 I-30 Frontage Road in Rockwall. Everyone is invited to a fun family event for all ages. Attendees are asked to bring supplies to help make sandwiches. For details, click here. For information, … Read More

DFWHC and University of St. Augustine webinar “Healthcare Workforce Shortage” has been posted online!

06/16/2023

The DFW Hospital Council (DFWHC) and University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences webinar “Healthcare Workforce Shortage” originally broadcast on June 15 has been posted online. The panel discussion included Dr. Ashley Meaux, Assistant Program Director and Associate Professor of MS-SLP Program at University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences; Dr. Keith McWilliams, Program Director, OTD Program-Dallas, Assistant Professor, OT … Read More

ACHE of NTX to host “Legislative Update” on June 20

06/14/2023

ACHE of North Texas will host the educational event “Post-Legislative Session Update and Healthcare Impact to North Texas” on Tuesday, June 20 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Moody Outpatient Center at Parkland Health. The panel will be comprised of healthcare policy experts to include: • Dustin Anthamatten-Dominguez, Vice President of Operations, Methodist Health System; • Dan Blizzard, Vice … Read More