DFWHC celebrates the inaugural COVID-19 Heroes and Memorial Day

03/04/2024

In recognition of the extraordinary efforts and sacrifices made by health care workers during the COVID-19 pandemic, the DFW Hospital Council (DFWHC) is proud to commemorate Texas’ inaugural COVID-19 Heroes and Memorial Day. Through the passage of House Bill 2166 during the 2023 Texas legislative session, March 4 – the date of the first reported COVID-19 case in Texas in … Read More

DFWHC announces 2024 Board of Trustees

01/09/2024

The Dallas-Fort Worth Hospital Council (DFWHC) has announced its Board of Trustees for 2024. The Board of Trustees consists of the following individuals: • Chair, Jessica O’Neal, CEO, Medical City Las Colinas • Chair-Elect, Vanessa Walls, Executive VP Northern Market, Children’s Health • Past Chair, Becky Tucker, Senior VP of Channel Integration, Texas Health • Trustee, Natalie Wilkins, VP Operations, … Read More

U.S. India Chamber to host “Wellness & Workplace Conference” on Aug. 24

07/26/2023

The U.S. India Chamber of Commerce will host its annual “Wellness & Workplace Conference” on August 24 at the Holiday Inn Richardson from 9:00 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. This year’s event is themed “Health is Wealth: Reimagining Healthcare in 2023 and Beyond.” Parkland Health President/CEO Dr. Fred Cerise will serve as keynote speaker, with Texas State Senator Nathan Johnson providing … 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

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

Guests from UTSW and Medical City highlight “The Human Side of Health Care”

02/28/2023

Episode 9 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 detailed hearing loss and issues surrounding a specific heart test. Guests included: • Dr. William Even, Director of Clinical Audiology at UT Southwestern Medical Center; • Dr. Vinit Lal, … Read More

Becky Tucker of Texas Health and Dr. Hudak of UTSW highlight “The Human Side of Health Care”

02/21/2023

Episode 8 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 detailed North Texas innovations in prostate cancer treatment and a personal story on working within the healthcare industry. Guests included: • Dr. Steven Hudak, Associate Professor of Urology at … Read More

DFWHC announces 2023 Board of Trustees

01/18/2023

The Dallas-Fort Worth Hospital Council (DFWHC) has announced its Board of Trustees for 2023. The Board of Trustees consists of the following individuals: • Chair, Becky Tucker, Senior VP of Channel Integration, Texas Health Resources • Chair-Elect, Jessica O’Neal, CEO, Medical City Las Colinas • Past Chair, Blake Kretz, President, Texas Health Arlington Memorial Hospital • Trustee, Dr. Roberto de … Read More

DFWHC honors recipients at 74th Annual Awards Luncheon

10/28/2022

The DFW Hospital Council (DFWHC) would like to thank all participants and attendees during its 74th Annual Awards Luncheon last Friday at the Irving Convention Center. The event hosted more than 500 attendees with Hall Render and Forvis serving as the top sponsors. Recipients include: • Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson with the Distinguished Health Service Award; • Dorothy DeBose of … Read More