DFWHC’s former President/CEO John Gavras has passed away

09/16/2025

It was with great sadness today that we learned of the passing of John Gavras, the DFW Hospital Council’s (DFWHC) former President/CEO. He was 84 years old. John joined DFWHC in 1976. At the time, the organization was known as the Dallas Hospital Council, an institution dating back to 1948. In 1978 at a press conference at the Fort Worth … Read More

North Texas hospital employees awarded during April 24 Luncheon

04/25/2025

A salute to the North Texas hospital workforce, the Dallas-Fort Worth Hospital Council (DFWHC) Foundation’s 27th Annual Employee of the Year Luncheon was held April 24 at the Hurst Conference Center. More than 700 attendees turned out to honor 150-plus nominees and 14 award recipients from health systems across the region. “We hope this day was an inspiring one for … Read More

After 35 years, long-time DFWHC employee retires

02/24/2025

After 35 years, DFW Hospital Council’s (DFWHC) HR Director Jan Cavender has decided to call it a career. Today is officially her last day at the office. She announced her retirement two months ago, and has graciously worked with her replacement, Leah Whitworth, since then. Jan started her career at DFWHC in 1990, working with a small staff at the … Read More

DFWHC and Hall Render webinar “Healthcare Immigration” has been posted online

08/23/2024

The DFW Hospital Council (DFWHC) and Hall Render webinar “Navigating the Minefields of Healthcare Immigration (Physicians and RNs)” originally broadcast on August 22 has been posted online. Speakers included Michael L. Kim, Attorney at Hall Render; and Chris Wilson, Communications Director at DFWHC. The educational discussion with a national expert from Hall Render detailed the steps involving physician and RN … Read More

DFWHC and Hall Render webinar “Healthcare Immigration” is tomorrow – last chance to register!

08/21/2024

The DFW Hospital Council (DFWHC) and Hall Render webinar “Navigating the Minefields of Healthcare Immigration (Physicians and RNs)” is tomorrow on Thursday, August 22 from 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m., CT. Last chance to register! Speakers will include Michael L. Kim, Attorney at Hall Render; and Stephen Love, President/CEO of DFWHC. Join us for this educational discussion with a national … Read More

DFWHC and Hall Render webinar “Healthcare Immigration” in one week!

08/15/2024

The DFW Hospital Council (DFWHC) and Hall Render will co-host the webinar “Navigating the Minefields of Healthcare Immigration (Physicians and RNs)” in one week on Thursday, August 22 from 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m., CT. Speakers will include Michael L. Kim, Attorney at Hall Render; and Stephen Love, President/CEO of DFWHC. Join us for this educational discussion with a national … Read More

DFWHC and Hall Render to host “Healthcare Immigration” webinar on Aug. 22

08/05/2024

The DFW Hospital Council (DFWHC) and Hall Render will co-host the webinar “Navigating the Minefields of Healthcare Immigration (Physicians and RNs)” on Thursday, August 22 from 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m., CT. Speakers will include Michael L. Kim, Attorney at Hall Render; and Stephen Love, President/CEO of DFWHC. Join us for this educational discussion with a national expert from Hall … Read More

DFWHC and AlphaGraphics Arlington webinar “Improve Employee Satisfaction” has been posted online

07/20/2023

The DFW Hospital Council (DFWHC) and AlphaGraphics Arlington webinar “Improve Employee Satisfaction and Retention” originally broadcast on July 19 has been posted online. The complimentary discussion included AJ T. Cole, CAS, a national marketing strategist with PPAI Promotional Products; Mark Lee, president and owner of AlphaGraphics Arlington; and Stephen Love, President/CEO of DFWHC. With a recognition-led wellness program, employees are … Read More

DFWHC and AlphaGraphics Arlington webinar “Improve Employee Satisfaction” in two days!

07/17/2023

The DFW Hospital Council (DFWHC) and AlphaGraphics Arlington live webinar “Improve Employee Satisfaction and Retention” is two days away on Wednesday, July 19 from 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m., CT. The complimentary discussion will include AJ T. Cole, CAS, a national marketing strategist with PPAI Promotional Products Work Initiative; Mark Lee, president and owner of AlphaGraphics Arlington; and Stephen Love, … Read More

DFWHC and AlphaGraphics Arlington webinar “Improve Employee Satisfaction” in one week!

07/12/2023

The DFW Hospital Council (DFWHC) and AlphaGraphics Arlington live webinar “Improve Employee Satisfaction and Retention” is one week away on Wednesday, July 19 from 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m., CT. The complimentary discussion will include AJ T. Cole, CAS, a national marketing strategist with PPAI Promotional Products Work Initiative; Mark Lee, president and owner of AlphaGraphics Arlington; and Stephen Love, … Read More