Impact of Policy Decisions on our Hospitals
On April 28, the U.S. House Committee on Ways and Means held a hearing featuring testimony from five health system CEOs. Then, on April 30 and May 1, the Texas House Select Committee on Health Care Affordability convened to examine many of the same issues on a statewide level.
For anyone who may feel the political process is removed from the work we do, this testimony highlights how policy decisions can shape the environment that hospitals operate in. It’s an important reminder that hospitals remain under significant public scrutiny and are among the most highly regulated sectors in the country and that we must be engaged.
The decisions being made in Austin and Washington, D.C. have a direct impact on our hospitals, our ability to serve patients, and the future of health care in Texas. That is exactly why engagement in HOSPAC, and the political process is not optional — it is essential.
This excerpt from Chairman Smith’s opening remarks underscores the challenges hospitals are facing.
“Simply put hospitals are charging in an insane amount for care, hospital prices have skyrocketed at 300% in just over two decades, more than any other sector of our economy, not one sector was even close”.
On April 28, the U.S. House Committee on Ways and Means held a hearing featuring testimony from five health system CEOs. Then, on April 30 and May 1, the Texas House Select Committee on Health Care Affordability convened to examine many of the same issues on a statewide level.
For anyone who may feel the political process is removed from the work we do, this testimony highlights how policy decisions can shape the environment that hospitals operate in. It’s an important reminder that hospitals remain under significant public scrutiny and are among the most highly regulated sectors in the country and that we must be engaged.
The decisions being made in Austin and Washington, D.C. have a direct impact on our hospitals, our ability to serve patients, and the future of health care in Texas. That is exactly why engagement in HOSPAC, and the political process is not optional — it is essential.
Jorge Leal, FACHE
HOSPAC Board Chairman 2026-2027
Chief Executive Officer, Laredo Medical Center
HOSPAC Endorsed Candidates in Primary Runoff Election / GOTV Resources
The Texas Primary Runoff Election will take place on Tuesday, May 26, with early voting on May 18-22. This election will determine which candidates advance to the November general election in races where no candidate received more than 50% of the vote in the primary election.
One of the most closely watched contests this year is the Texas U.S. Senate runoff between current U.S. Senator John Cornyn and Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton. Runoff elections often have much lower turnout, which means every vote carries even greater weight. These races help shape who will represent Texas at both the state and federal levels.
Who can vote?
- If you did not vote in the primary, you may vote in either party’s runoff
- If you voted in the Republican primary, you may only vote in the Republican runoff
- If you voted in the Democratic primary, you may only vote in the Democratic runoff
HOSPAC-endorsed candidates appearing in runoff races:
U.S. Senate – Republican Primary
- John Cornyn Incumbent – HOSPAC Endorsed
- Ken Paxton
Note: U.S. Sen. John Cornyn is seeking a fifth term and faces Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in the runoff.
U.S. House, District 19 – Republican Primary
- Abraham Enriquez
- Tom Sell – HOSPAC Endorsed
Note: The incumbent in this district, Republican U.S. Rep. Jodey Arrington, did not seek reelection.
U.S. House, District 33 – Democratic Primary
- Colin Allred
- Julie Johnson – HOSPAC Endorsed
Note: The incumbent in this district, Democrat U.S. Rep. Marc Veasey, did not seek reelection.
Texas House, District 41 – Democratic Primary
- Seby Haddad – HOSPAC Endorsed
- Julio Salinas
Note: The incumbent in this district, Democrat State Rep. Bobby Guerra, did not seek reelection.
Texas House, District 100 – Democratic Primary
- Venton Jones Incumbent – HOSPAC Endorsed
- Amanda Richardson
Texas House, District 149 – Democratic Primary
- Darlene Breaux
- Hubert Vo Incumbent – HOSPAC Endorsed
With turnout expected to be low, your vote makes a meaningful difference. Make a plan to vote and make your voice heard!
Voting Resources
You can view the full list of candidates on the primary runoff ballot at the Texas Tribune at https://apps.texastribune.org/features/2026/texas-may-2026-primary-runoff-ballot/
For THA Get Out the Vote Resources, visit THA’s GOTV page at a Get Out the Vote: 2026 Primary Election Runoff.
HOSPAC Spring Fundraising Campaign: That’s a Wrap!
The HOSPAC Spring Fundraising Campaign ran from March 18- April 24 bringing together strong support from THA members.
During the campaign, HOSPAC and the THA Advocacy Grassroots Fund raised more than $64,000 from 79 individuals. Since January 1, total HOSPAC contributions to date have reached $186,247!
These results reflect the continued commitment of HOSPAC donors to advance our shared priorities, which strengthen our ability to strategically support candidates who understand and engage in hospital and health care priorities.
While this campaign marks an important milestone, the work continues. Ongoing fundraising is essential to ensure we can fully support our endorsed candidates and remain competitive in critical races across Texas.
The HOSPAC board is grateful to everyone who has contributed so far—your support makes a meaningful difference and is truly appreciated.
AdventHealth
Molly Haase, Executive Dir Gov Advocacy, AdventHealth – HOSPAC100
Russell Weaver, Regional VP Mission / Community / Advocacy, AdventHealth – HOSPAC1000
American Hospital Association
Vicki Dale, Region 7 Regional Exec, American Hospital Association – HOSPAC100
Apodaca Advocacy Group LLC
Michelle Apodaca, JD, Managing Partner, Apodaca Advocacy Group LLC – HOSPAC100
Ascension Health
Steven Brockman-Weber, RN, FACHE, CENP, DNP, NEA-BC, President, Ascension Texas – HOSPAC350
Cameron Duncan, JD, Chief Adovacy Officer, Ascension Texas – HOSPAC1000
Sally Hurt-Deitch, FACHE, MSN, RN, EVP, Nursing & Operations Infrastructure, Ascension Health – HOSPAC3500
Marco Lozano, Chief Operating Officer , Dell Seton Medical Center at the University of Texas – HOSPAC500
Jamie Youssef, Chief Executive Officer, Ascension Texas – HOSPAC1000
Baylor Scott & White Health
Kyle Armstrong, President BUMC & BSW Central Region, Baylor University Medical Center – HOSPAC2000
Jay Fox, FACHE, President BSWH Austin Area, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Pflugerville – HOSPAC500
Gregory Haralson, FACHE, Central Texas Regional President, Baylor Scott & White Central Texas – HOSPAC2000
Chris Lancaster, President, Baylor Scott & White Hillcrest Medical Center – HOSPAC500
Peter McCanna, Chief Executive Officer, Baylor Scott & White Health – HOSPAC3500
Timothy Ols, President – Hill Country Region, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Marble Falls – HOSPAC500
Will Turner, Chief Executive Officer, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Waxahachie – HOSPAC1500
Marshall Ward, Director Outpatient Services, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Waxahachie – HOSPAC50
Brownfield Regional Medical Center
Kyle Barnett, M.D., Chief Executive Officer , Brownfield Regional Medical Center – HOSPAC100
Children’s Health
Brent Christopher, President & CEO Children’s Med Ctr Foundation, Children’s Medical Center Dallas – HOSPAC1000
Chris Durovich, FACHE, President and CEO, Children’s Health – HOSPAC2000
Mance Fine, Sr. Director of Government Finance, Children’s Health – HOSPAC50
Angelique Hemstreet, VP Government Reimbursement, Children’s Health – HOSPAC50
Brennan Lewis, DNP, SVP Nursing Excellence / Innovation / Patient Experience, Children’s Health – HOSPAC500
Matt Moore, Chief of Staff / External Relations Officer, Children’s Health – HOSPAC1500
Dane Peterson, Chief Operations Officer, Children’s Health – HOSPAC1000
Hanna Rhea, Director Government Relations, Children’s Health – HOSPAC100
David Seo, Chief Technology Officer, Children’s Health – HOSPAC1000
Lindsey Tyra, Senior VP, Chief Strategy Officer, Children’s Health – HOSPAC1000
Amy Yeager, JD, Senior VP & Chief Legal Officer, Children’s Health – HOSPAC1000
Children’s Hospital Association of Texas
Troy Duker, Sr Policy Coordinator, Children’s Hospital Association of Texas – HOSPAC100
Christina Hoppe, President, Children’s Hospital Association of Texas – HOSPAC500
Childress Regional Medical Center
Holly Holcomb, RN, Chief Executive Officer, Childress Regional Medical Center – HOSPAC500
CHRISTUS Health
Sam Bagchi, M.D., EVP / Chief Clinical Officer, CHRISTUS Health – HOSPAC2000
Joe Bob Burgin, Board Member, CHRISTUS Trinity Sulphur Springs – HOSPAC100
Norman Christopher, M.D., Chief Medical Officer, CHRISTUS Children’s – HOSPAC1000
Cris Daskevich, FACHE, CEO, CHRISTUS Children’s & SVP CHRISTUS Health, CHRISTUS Children’s – HOSPAC3500
Rick Morin, RN, BSN, CNOR, President CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital – Alice/Beeville/Kleberg – HOSPAC500
CommonSpirit Health
Jaclyn Fisherman, JD, Division Dir Government Affairs, CommonSpirit Health – HOSPAC1000
James Parisi, Chief Executive Officer, St. Luke’s Health – The Woodlands Hospital – HOSPAC1000
Community Health Systems Inc.
Jose Echavarria, Chief Executive Officer, Woodland Heights Medical Center – HOSPAC500
Curt Junkins, Chief Executive Officer, Lake Granbury Medical Center – HOSPAC500
Jorge Leal, FACHE, Chief Executive Officer, Laredo Medical Center – HOSPAC1500
John Manolakis, Chief Executive Officer, Navarro Regional Hospital – HOSPAC500
Patrick Swindle, Chief Executive Officer, Longview Regional Medical Center – HOSPAC500
Andrew Wells, Assistant CEO, Laredo Medical Center – HOSPAC100
Community Hospital Corporation
Matt Adrian, JD, Assistant General Counsel, Community Hospital Corporation – HOSPAC500
Justin Doss, Chief Operating Officer, Community Hospital Corporation – HOSPAC350
Jim Kendrick, FACHE, President & CEO, Community Hospital Corporation – HOSPAC5000
Jon Pruitt, Senior VP Supply Chain, Community Hospital Corporation – HOSPAC100
Cook Children’s Health Care System
Laura Copeland, Assistant General Counsel, Cook Children’s Medical Center – HOSPAC500
Kevin Greene, President, Cook Children’s Medical Center – Prosper – HOSPAC350
Stephen Kimmel, Chief Financial Officer, Cook Children’s Medical Center – HOSPAC1000
Covenant Health System
Steve Beck, Chief Administrative Officer, Covenant Health System – HOSPAC2000
Lindy Lauderdale, Vice President Managed Care, Covenant Health System – HOSPAC100
Amy Thompson, M.D., Chief Executive Officer, Covenant Childrens Hospital – HOSPAC350
Create Healthy
Jayne Pope, RN, FACHE, Chief Executive Officer, Create Healthy – HOSPAC1000
Cuero Regional Hospital
Alma Alexander, Chief Financial Officer, Cuero Regional Hospital – HOSPAC100
John Davis, Director Cardiopulmonary, Cuero Regional Hospital – HOSPAC100
Olga Jackson, Support Services, Cuero Regional Hospital – HOSPAC
Judith Krupala, RN, BSN, Chief Nursing Officer, Cuero Regional Hospital – HOSPAC50
Laura Tiffin, Business Office Manager, Cuero Regional Hospital – HOSPAC
Dallas-Fort Worth Hospital Council
Steve Love, President / CEO, Dallas-Fort Worth Hospital Council – HOSPAC1000
Dimmit Regional Hospital
Alfonso Ortiz, Director of Operations, Dimmit Regional Hospital – HOSPAC100
Doctors Hospital at Renaissance
Carlos Cardenas, M.D., Board Chairman, Doctors Hospital at Renaissance – HOSPAC1000
Roberto Haddad, JD, Vice President Counsel for Gov’t Affairs & Policy, Doctors Hospital at Renaissance – HOSPAC2000
Manish Singh, M.D., Chief Executive Officer, Doctors Hospital at Renaissance – HOSPAC1000
Susan Turley, President, Doctors Hospital at Renaissance – HOSPAC5000
Vanessa Vale-Saenz, VP Behavioral Health Services, Behavioral Hospital at Renaissance – HOSPAC500
Driscoll Health System
Eric Hamon, President / Chief Executive Officer , Driscoll Children’s Hospital – HOSPAC1000
Eastland Memorial Hospital
Mitch Akers, Director Ancillary Srvcs, Eastland Memorial Hospital – HOSPAC100
Shonda Roberts, RN, BSN, Chief Nursing Officer, Eastland Memorial Hospital – HOSPAC100
Emily Rogers, Chief Operating Officer, Eastland Memorial Hospital – HOSPAC350
Clay Taylor, Chief Executive Officer, Eastland Memorial Hospital – HOSPAC500
Electra Memorial Hospital
Kim Gilbert, RN, BSN, Chief Clinical Officer, Electra Memorial Hospital – HOSPAC100
Rebecca McCain, Chief Executive Officer, Electra Memorial Hospital – HOSPAC1000
Kelli Swenson, Chief Financial Officer, Electra Memorial Hospital – HOSPAC
El Paso Children’s Hospital
Cindy Stout, BC, DNP, NEA, RN, President / Chief Executive Officer, El Paso Children’s Hospital – HOSPAC1000
Encompass Health Corporation
Boyd Davis, Chief Executive Officer, Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Abilene – HOSPAC500
Craig Funk, President, Encompass Health Southwest Region – HOSPAC1000
Freestone Medical Center
Melissa Wilson, CEO / Administrator, Freestone Medical Center – HOSPAC350
Frio Regional Hospital
John Hughson, Chief Executive Officer, Frio Regional Hospital – HOSPAC1000
Glen Rose Medical Center
Michael Honea, Chief Executive Officer , Glen Rose Medical Center – HOSPAC500
Goodall-Witcher Healthcare
Rustin Qualls, Data Protection Officer, Goodall-Witcher Healthcare – HOSPAC500
Adam Willmann, FACHE, President / CEO, Goodall-Witcher Healthcare – HOSPAC1500
Guadalupe Regional Medical Center
Elaine Bennett, CEO of Guadalupe Regional Foundation, Guadalupe Regional Medical Ctr – HOSPAC500
Fay Bennett, VP Employee Services, Guadalupe Regional Medical Ctr – HOSPAC350
Daphne Blake, RN, MSN, Chief Nursing Officer, Guadalupe Regional Medical Ctr – HOSPAC500
Lauren Carter, VP of Physician Services, Guadalupe Regional Medical Ctr – HOSPAC100
Kody Gann, Chief Financial Officer, Guadalupe Regional Medical Ctr – HOSPAC500
Robert Haynes, FACHE, BSHP, Chief Executive Officer, Guadalupe Regional Medical Ctr – HOSPAC1000
Deana Henk, FACHE, Guadalupe Healthcare Network CEO , Guadalupe Regional Medical Ctr – HOSPAC350
Rhonda Unruh, RN, BSN, MHA, VP of Quality, Guadalupe Regional Medical Ctr – HOSPAC100
Sheri Williams, RN, MSN, FACHE, Chief Operating Officer, Guadalupe Regional Medical Ctr – HOSPAC500
Harris Health System
Robert Hillier, SVP Public Policy / Govt Relations, Harris Health System – HOSPAC1000
Carolynn Jones, JD, Exec VP Chief Compliance & Risk Officer, Harris Health System – HOSPAC2000
Esmaeil Porsa, M.D., President & CEO, Harris Health System – HOSPAC1000
Micah Rodriguez, JD, Vice President Public Policy & Government Relations, Harris Health System – HOSPAC350
Haskell Memorial Hospital
Michelle Stevens, Chief Executive Officer, Haskell Memorial Hospital – HOSPAC100
HCA Healthcare
Jim Brown, FACHE, Chief Executive Officer, HCA Houston Healthcare North Cypress – HOSPAC500
Bret Burton, M.D., Chief Medical Officer, Medical City McKinney – HOSPAC100
Allen Harrison, North Texas Division President, Medical City Healthcare – HOSPAC3500
Brandy Hart, Regional Vice President / Behavioral Health , HCA Healthcare – HOSPAC1000
Juliana Cruz Kerker, Director Government Relations, HCA HealthCare – HOSPAC500
Andrew Stern, Trustee, Medical City Dallas – HOSPAC500
Cory Taylor, CPHQ, DNP, RN, Dir Clinical Excellence & Magnet Programs, Corpus Christi Medical Center – Doctors Regional – HOSPAC500
Meghan Weller, Director of Government Relations, HCA Healthcare-Central & West Texas Division – HOSPAC1000
Jason Wren, FACHE, Chief Executive Officer, Medical City Decatur – A Campus of Medical City Denton – HOSPAC500
Hendrick Health
Krista Baty, RN, BSN, MHA, Chief Administrative Officer, Hendrick Medical Center – Brownwood – HOSPAC1000
Bradley Benham, JD, System VP HMC Foundation, Hendrick Medical Center – HOSPAC500
Brian Bessent, FACHE, VP / Chief Strategy & Experience Officer, Hendrick Medical Center – HOSPAC1500
Sherri Bowden, Director Pulmonary Services, Hendrick Medical Center – HOSPAC100
Toni Brockway, Director of Workforce Dev, Hendrick Health – HOSPAC100
Treva Broderick, Assistant Vice President Clinical Svs, Hendrick Medical Center – HOSPAC350
Raul Calvo, M.D., Board Vice Chair, Hendrick Medical Center South – HOSPAC100
Precilla Camacho, Vice President / Chief Nursing Officer, Hendrick Medical Center – HOSPAC100
Kirk Canada, Chief Operating Office / System VP, Hendrick Medical Center – HOSPAC1500
Boyd Cates, Diagnostic Technologist, Hendrick Medical Center – HOSPAC50
Cody Conger, Health Director, Invasive Cardiology, Hendrick Health – HOSPAC100
Jessica Connell, Chief Nursing Officer, Hendrick Medical Center – Brownwood – HOSPAC500
Rosendo Contreras, Dir. Patient Safety, Infection Preventionist, Performance Improvement, Hendrick Medical Center – HOSPAC100
David Cooper, Lab Supervisor, Hendrick Medical Center – HOSPAC100
Cynthia DeHoyos, RN, Managing Director, Hendrick Medical Center – HOSPAC100
Gregory Dennis, Director Facility Management, Hendrick Medical Center – HOSPAC100
Sharn Devun, Director Risk Management, Hendrick Medical Center – HOSPAC
Duane Donaway, Director Information Systems, Hendrick Medical Center – HOSPAC100
Jesiree Driskell, AVP Strategic Comms & Digital Expert, Hendrick Medical Center – HOSPAC350
Mark Edwards, AVP Information Technology, Hendrick Medical Center – HOSPAC100
Erin Eicke, Sr. Director of Surgical Services, Hendrick Medical Center – HOSPAC350
Andrew Eurek, Director Financial Analysis, Hendrick Medical Center – HOSPAC100
Christopher Ford, FACHE, AVP Support Services, Hendrick Medical Center – HOSPAC500
Jaye Gladden, Hospital Professional, Hendrick Medical Center – HOSPAC100
Charles Graham, CFO Hendrick Clinic, Hendrick Medical Center – HOSPAC350
Susan Greenwood, RN, FACHE, DNP ,NEA-BC, Vice President / Chief Nursing Officer , Hendrick Health – HOSPAC1500
Donna Hair, Director of Marketing, Hendrick Medical Center – Brownwood – HOSPAC100
Erica Harris, Adminssions Director, Hendrick Medical Center – HOSPAC100
Courtney Head, Vice President of Human Resources, Hendrick Health – HOSPAC500
Elizabeth Henry, Director Case Management, Hendrick Medical Center – HOSPAC100
Lisa Herota, VP Compliance & Integrity, Hendrick Health – HOSPAC500
Heather Hess, Director of Surgery, Hendrick Health – HOSPAC100
Ron Holder, Chief Administrative Officer , Hendrick Health – HOSPAC500
Brad Holland, FACHE, President / Chief Executive Officer, Hendrick Health – HOSPAC3500
Erica Howard, System Director Benefits, Hendrick Health – HOSPAC100
Mark Huffington, System Assistant Vice President Analytics, Hendrick Health – HOSPAC100
Craig Hunnicutt, Director Regional Services, Hendrick Health – HOSPAC100
Tave Kelly, AVP Revenue Cycle, Hendrick Health – HOSPAC350
Judith Lafrance, MSN,RN, HMCS Chief Administrative Officer, Hendrick Medical Center South – HOSPAC500
Jory Lee, Chief Operating Officer , Hendrick Medical Center – HOSPAC500
Rachel Lee, Dir Med Staff Srvcs & Physician Recruitment, Hendrick Health – HOSPAC100
James Lowery, Director Managed Care, Hendrick Medical Center – HOSPAC350
Kimberly McCollough, RN, Director of Progessive Care Services, Hendrick Medical Center South – HOSPAC100
Tanner McDaniel, Administrative Resident, Hendrick Medical Center – HOSPAC1000
Pamela McElrath, Registered Nurse, Hendrick Medical Center – HOSPAC100
Patrick Murphy, Director Hendrick Clinic, Hendrick Health – HOSPAC100
Ron Richert, Director of the Health Club, Hendrick Medical Center – HOSPAC100
Jade Ritter, Dir Architecture & Engineering, Hendrick Medical Center – HOSPAC100
Tracee Robinson, RN, Director of Quality, Hendrick Medical Center – HOSPAC100
Timothy Schmidt, Dir Property / Facility Management, Hendrick Health – HOSPAC100
Amy Smith, Goverance Admin Coordinator, Hendrick Medical Center – HOSPAC350
David Smith, Director IT Security CISO, Hendrick Health – HOSPAC350
Donna Speckels, Director Hendrick HouseCalls, Hendrick Medical Center – HOSPAC100
Steven Stafford, Director Hendrick Clinic , Hendrick Medical Center – HOSPAC100
Karen Tucek, RN, Director, Hospice, Hendrick Medical Center – HOSPAC
Amanda Vidrine, Quality & Regulatory Manager, Hendrick Medical Center – HOSPAC100
Susan Wade, FACHE, Abilene Market COO, Hendrick Health – HOSPAC1000
Jeremy Walker, System VP & Chief Financial Officer, Hendrick Health – HOSPAC2000
Erich Wallschlaeger, FACHE, Chief Financial Officer, Hendrick Medical Center – Brownwood – HOSPAC500
Cheryl Walzer, Director of Medsurg / Tele, Hendrick Medical Center – HOSPAC100
Amber Waters, Director of Admissions, Hendrick Medical Center – HOSPAC100
Elisha Wharton, Sr Practice Manager, Hendrick Medical Center – HOSPAC100
Robert Wiley, M.D., VP / CMO/ CQO, Hendrick Medical Center – HOSPAC1000
Adam Wood, System Assistant VP Supply Chain, Hendrick Health – HOSPAC350
Robert Wray, Dir Financial & Outpatient Pharmacy Srvcs, Hendrick Medical Center – HOSPAC350
Houston Methodist
Marc Boom, M.D., FACHE, President & CEO, Houston Methodist – HOSPAC5000
Albert Cheng, Gov & Regulatory Affairs Mngr, Houston Methodist – HOSPAC100
Amy McCaig, Manager of Public Relations, Houston Methodist Hospital – HOSPAC
Daniel Morales, Vice President Government Affairs, Houston Methodist – HOSPAC500
Chris Siebenaler, Executive VP Network Hospitals, Houston Methodist – HOSPAC1500
Roberta Schwartz, Ph.D., Executive Vice President / Chief Innovation Officer , Houston Methodist Hospital – HOSPAC1000
Jackson County Hospital District
Melinda Griffin, Director of Nursing, Jackson County Hospital District – HOSPAC50
JPS Health Network
Zelia Baugh, EVP Behavior Health , JPS Health Network – HOSPAC350
Martin County Hospital District
Nancy Cooke, Chief Executive Officer, Martin County Hospital District – HOSPAC500
Jason Menefee, Chief Operating Officer, Martin County Hospital District – HOSPAC50
Matagorda Regional Medical Center
James Robicheaux, FACHE, Chief Executive Officer, Matagorda Regional Medical Center – HOSPAC1000
Medina Regional Hospital
Billie Bell, FACHE, Chief Executive Officer, Medina Regional Hospital – HOSPAC500
Memorial Hermann Health System
Ryan Ambrose, Director Federal and State Relations, Memorial Hermann Health System – HOSPAC500
George Farris, Board Member, Memorial Hermann Health System – HOSPAC1000
Malisha Patel, FACHE, Sr Vice President / Chief Executive Officer, Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital – HOSPAC500
Bryan Sisk, Senior Vice President / Chief Nursing Executive , Memorial Hermann Health System – HOSPAC500
Freddy Warner, JD, Chief Government Relations Officer, Memorial Hermann Health System – HOSPAC3500
Memorial Medical Center
Erin Clevenger, BSN, RN, Chief Executive Officer, Memorial Medical Center – HOSPAC500
Methodist Health System
Jolyn Angus, Sr Vice President / CNE, Methodist Health System – HOSPAC100
Alen Brcic, Senior Vice President, Chief Human Resources Officer, Methodist Health System – HOSPAC100
Benson Chacko, President, Methodist Southlake Medical Center – HOSPAC500
Juan Fresquez, President, Methodist Mansfield Medical Center – HOSPAC1000
Cody Hunter, FACHE, President, Methodist Celina Medical Center – HOSPAC500
Ken Hutchenrider, FACHE, President, Methodist Richardson Medical Center – HOSPAC100
John Phillips, FACHE, President, Methodist Dallas Medical Center – HOSPAC500
James Scoggin, Chief Executive Officer, Methodist Health System – HOSPAC3500
Scott Siemer, SVP Growth and Development, Methodist Health System – HOSPAC100
Pamela Stoyanoff, President / Chief Operating Officer, Methodist Health System – HOSPAC1000
Laura Weber, RN, VP Clinical Effectiveness & Patient Safety, Methodist Dallas Medical Center – HOSPAC100
Methodist Healthcare San Antonio
Palmira Arellano, VP Communications & Community Affairs, Methodist Healthcare San Antonio – HOSPAC500
Daniel Miller, Chief Executive Officer , Methodist Healthcare San Antonio – HOSPAC1500
MidCoast Health System
Brett Kirkham, Chief Executive Officer , MidCoast Health System – HOSPAC1000
Midland Memorial Hospital
Stephen Bowerman, President & Chief Executive Officer, Midland Memorial Hospital – HOSPAC2000
Kit Bredimus, DNP, RN, FACHE, VP of Nursing / CNO, Midland Memorial Hospital – HOSPAC100
Moore County Hospital District
Ashleigh Wiswell, Chief Operating Officer, Moore County Hospital District – HOSPAC100
Olney Hamilton Hospital
Michael Huff, FACHE, Chief Executive Officer, Olney Hamilton Hospital – HOSPAC100
Dale Lovett, Board Chairman, Olney Hamilton Hospital – HOSPAC100
Ronald Rogers, Trustee, Olney Hamilton Hospital – HOSPAC100
Stasha Siegert, Chief Operating Officer / Interim CFO, Olney Hamilton Hospital – HOSPAC100
Kathrine Smith, Board Member, Olney Hamilton Hospital – HOSPAC100
Otto Kaiser Memorial Hospital
David Lee, Chief Executive Officer, Otto Kaiser Memorial Hospital – HOSPAC500
Palo Pinto General Hospital
Lori Boyd, RN, MSN, Board Member, Palo Pinto General Hospital – HOSPAC350
Chelsea Estrada, Senior Director Operations, Palo Pinto General Hospital – HOSPAC100
Ross Korkmas, Chief Executive Officer, Palo Pinto General Hospital – HOSPAC350
Parkland Health
Edmundo Castaneda, Executive VP / Chief Operations Officer , Parkland Health – HOSPAC1000
Keri Disney-Story, SVP Finance / Associate CFO, Parkland Health – HOSPAC100
Katherine Yoder, VP, Government Relations, Parkland Health – HOSPAC350
Reeves Regional Health
Jodie Gulihur, Compliance Officer, Reeves Regional Health – HOSPAC100
Brenda McKinney, Chief Executive Officer, Reeves Regional Health – HOSPAC100
Yvette Riker, DNP, MBA, Chief Operating Officer, Reeves Regional Health – HOSPAC350
Rice Medical Center
Kurt Sunderman, Chief Executive Officer, Rice Medical Center – HOSPAC100
Scottish Rite For Children
Matt Chance, FACHE, Sr Vice President & COO, Scottish Rite For Children – HOSPAC500
Michelle Hays, Chief Financial Officer / SVP, Scottish Rite For Children – HOSPAC500
Shannon Health System
Shane Plymell, Chief Executive Officer, Shannon Medical Center – HOSPAC1000
St. David’s HealthCare
David Huffstutler, President / CEO, St. David’s HealthCare – HOSPAC3500
Stephens Memorial Hospital
Gena Speer, Chief Executive Officer, Stephens Memorial Hospital – HOSPAC1000
Stonewall County Hospital District
Michael Moorehead, Chief Executive Officer – Stonewall County Hospital District – HOSPAC100
Tenet Healthcare
Leslie Bingham, M.Ed, Sr. Vice President / Chief Executive Officer, Valley Baptist Medical Center – Brownsville – HOSPAC1500
Corey Davison, Vice President Govt Relations, Tenet Healthcare – HOSPAC500
Tasha Hopper, RN, MSN, Chief Executive Officer, The Hospitals of Providence East Campus – HOSPAC350
Nicholas Tejeda, FACHE, Group President – Western Group , The Hospitals of Providence – HOSPAC1000
Texas A&M University Health Science Center
John Buckley, FACHE, Professor of the Practice, Texas A&M University Health Science Center – HOSPAC1000
Texas Children’s Hospital
Weldon Gage, EVP/Chief Financial Officer, Texas Children’s Hospital – HOSPAC2000
Debra Sukin, Ph.D., FACHE, President / Chief Executive Officer, Texas Children’s Hospital – HOSPAC1000
Texas Health Resources
Joel Ballew, VP Government & Community Affairs, Texas Health Resources – HOSPAC1000
Barclay Berdan, FACHE, Chief Executive Officer, Texas Health Resources – HOSPAC5000
Vicki Brockman, DNP, Chief Nursing Officer, Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Cleburne – HOSPAC350
Chad Collins, Vice President Operations, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano – HOSPAC500
Scott Domingue, Chief Nursing Officer Behavioral Health Srvcs, Texas Health Resources – HOSPAC500
Joshua Floren, FACHE, Senior VP Hospital Channel, Texas Health Resources – HOSPAC500
Brooke Hambrick, Program Director Local Government Affairs, Texas Health Resources – HOSPAC350
Fraser Hay, FACHE, SVP Hospital Channel, Texas Health Resources – HOSPAC1000
Rick McWhorter, EVP & Chief Financial Officer, Texas Health Resources – HOSPAC1000
Winjie Miao, SEVP & Chief Operating Officer, Texas Health Resources – HOSPAC2000
Jeff Mincher, SVP Chief Revenue Cycle Officer, Texas Health Resources – HOSPAC500
Marcus Mitias, Prog Dir Gov’t Affairs & Advocacy, Texas Health Resources – HOSPAC500
Ajith Pai, FACHE, Pharm.D., President, TX Health Harris Methodist Hospital SW Fort Worth – HOSPAC1500
Sandra Reeves, Senior VP – Chief Investment Officer, Texas Health Resources – HOSPAC500
Shahid Shafi, Chief Medical Officer, TX Health Harris Methodist Hospital SW Fort Worth – HOSPAC350
Jared Shelton, President, Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Fort Worth – HOSPAC350
McCann Turner, Specialist of Gov Affairs & Advocacy, Texas Health Resources – HOSPAC100
Texas Organization of Rural & Community Hospitals
John Henderson, President / CEO, TORCH – HOSPAC1000
THA Family of Companies
Dolores Amador, Claims Manager, Texas Hospital Insurance Exchange – HOSPAC
Daniel Andersen, VP Underwriting & Business Development, Texas Hospital Insurance Exchange – HOSPAC350
Sharon Beasley, Sr Dir Governance, Texas Hospital Association – HOSPAC350
Rebecca Beaton, Director, Compass Data Program, THA Foundation – HOSPAC50
Stephen Clark, Sr Dir Reg Ambassador East Texas, Texas Hospital Association – HOSPAC2000
Cecil Conner, Risk Management Advisor, Texas Hospital Insurance Exchange – HOSPAC100
Laura Cornelson, RN, MSN, VP Clinical Initiatives, THA Foundation – HOSPAC500
Nina Costilla, Clinical Projects Manager, THA Foundation – HOSPAC50
Corey Cotton, VP Member Solutions, Texas Hospital Association – HOSPAC500
Chad Davenport, Accounting Specialist, Texas Hospital Insurance Exchange – HOSPAC50
Leslie Davila, Receptionist , Texas Hospital Insurance Exchange – HOSPAC500
Valerie Davis, Sr. Accounts Payable Specialist , Texas Hospital Association – HOSPAC350
Heather De La Garza-Barone, JD, Associate General Counsel , Texas Hospital Association – HOSPAC50
Sheila Dolbow, RN, MSN,, Quality Project Improvement Mgr, THA Foundation – HOSPAC500
Rosalinda Doyle, Payroll Administrator, Texas Hospital Association – HOSPAC50
Amy Eskew, Sr Vice President of Operations, Texas Hospital Association – HOSPAC1500
Chris Felton, Sr. Director of Business Services, Texas Hospital Association – HOSPAC500
Tess Frazier, President / CEO , Texas Hospital Insurance Exchange – HOSPAC500
Cameron Gaines, IT Support Specialist, Texas Hospital Insurance Exchange – HOSPAC50
Angela Gette, Vice President Claims , Texas Hospital Insurance Exchange – HOSPAC50
Jessie Glas, Manager of Virtual Education , THA Foundation – HOSPAC50
Sara Gonzalez, VP Advocacy & Pub Policy, Texas Hospital Association – HOSPAC1500
Brittanny Gordon, Senior Specialist, AR & Association Management System, Texas Hospital Association – HOSPAC50
Mark Haas, Staff Accountant, Texas Hospital Insurance Exchange – HOSPAC100
John Hawkins, President / CEO, Texas Hospital Association – HOSPAC5000
Will Holleman, VP Advocacy & Pub Policy, Texas Hospital Association – HOSPAC500
Alexander Huff, Vice President of Health IT Programs, THA Foundation – HOSPAC500
Robin Jackson, Vice President Service Center, Texas Hospital Association – HOSPAC50
Susan Jones, RN , Member Ambassador, Texas Hospital Association – HOSPAC500
Faith Kouadio, Digital Media & Advocacy Writer, Texas Hospital Association – HOSPAC50
Carrie Kroll, Sr Vice President Advocacy & Pub Policy, Texas Hospital Association – HOSPAC2000
David Lipchak, IT Director Security & Data, THA Foundation – HOSPAC100
Deborah Lozano, Staff Accountant, Texas Hospital Association – HOSPAC500
Nicole Lusardi, JD, Associate General Counsel, Texas Hospital Association – HOSPAC100
Kaitlyn Manire, Sr Specialist Governance Programs, Texas Healthcare Trustees – HOSPAC100
Fernando Martinez, Ph.D., SVP / Chief Strategy Officer, Texas Hospital Association – HOSPAC2000
Cameron Massey, JD, Federal Affairs Consultant, Texas Hospital Association – HOSPAC1500
Angie Merrell, CHSP,CPHRM,RN, THIE Vice President of Risk Management, Texas Hospital Insurance Exchange – HOSPAC50
Elle Murray, Benefits Analyst, Texas Hospital Association Retirement Plan – HOSPAC50
David Neiger, Sr Vice President / Chief Financial Officer , Texas Hospital Association – HOSPAC2000
Jennifer O’Neil, Executive Administrative Manager, Texas Hospital Association – HOSPAC500
Ann Pargac, Sr Director of Education, THA Foundation – HOSPAC50
Lea Anne Porter, VP Retirement Plans, Texas Hospital Association Retirement Plan – HOSPAC50
Erika Ramirez, Senior Director Health Policy, Texas Hospital Association – HOSPAC100
Lisa Ramirez, Manager of Facilities , Texas Hospital Association – HOSPAC50
Alex Ratcliff, Sr Marketing Director , Texas Hospital Association – HOSPAC50
Audrey Reiter, HR & Retirement Plans Coordinator , Texas Hospital Association – HOSPAC50
Paulina Safarik, Senior Director of Human Resources, Texas Hospital Association – HOSPAC100
Patrick Shea, Risk Management Coordinator , Texas Hospital Insurance Exchange – HOSPAC50
Connor Sims, Sr Director / Regional Ambassador West Texas, Texas Hospital Association – HOSPAC500
Michael Sipes, Legal Services Specialist, Texas Hospital Association – HOSPAC50
John Smith, Director Data & Technology, THA Foundation – HOSPAC
Linda Srubar, Executive Assistant, Texas Hospital Insurance Exchange – HOSPAC50
Anna Stelter, Vice President Policy, Texas Hospital Association – HOSPAC100
Wendy Thomas, Mgr Advocacy / Pub Policy / HOSPAC, Texas Hospital Association – HOSPAC500
Lindsay Thompson, CEO & THAF VP Educ & Gov Programs, Texas Healthcare Trustees – HOSPAC350
Judy Trevino, Vice President Finance , Texas Hospital Association – HOSPAC100
Judith Trout, Healthcare Data Analyst, THA Foundation – HOSPAC100
Matt Turner, Ph.D., Senior Director Quality & Payment, Texas Hospital Association – HOSPAC50
Mackenzie Watson, Advocacy Coordinator, Texas Hospital Association – HOSPAC100
Ben Williams, VP Advocacy & Pub Policy, Texas Hospital Association – HOSPAC350
Carrie Williams, Chief Communications Officer, Texas Hospital Association – HOSPAC1000
Patty Williams, Relationship Manager Business Services, THA Foundation – HOSPAC50
Stephen Wohleb, JD, General Counsel, Texas Hospital Association – HOSPAC1500
Tyler County Hospital
Sondra Williams, MSN, RN, Chief Executive Officer, Tyler County Hospital – HOSPAC500
The University of TX MD Anderson Cancer Center
Mark Moreno, SVP Government Relations, The University of TX MD Anderson Cancer Ctr – HOSPAC500
The University of Texas Medical Branch
Kent Pickering, Vice President of Managed Care and Clinical Contracting Strategies, The University of Texas Medical Branch – HOSPAC500
Vicente Resto, M.D., Ph.D., Chief Physician Executive/SVP, The University of Texas Medical Branch – HOSPAC500
Titus Regional Medical Center
Andy Fortenberry, Chief Financial Officer , Titus Regional Medical Center – HOSPAC500
United Regional Health Care System
Cory Edmondson, FACHE, President & Chief Executive Officer, United Regional Health Care System – HOSPAC1500
Universal Health Services Inc
Lance Ames, Chief Executive Officer, STHS Edinburg – HOSPAC1000
Mandy Westerman, Divisional Vice President, Universal Health Services Inc – HOSPAC1000
University Health, San Antonio
Edward Banos, President / Chief Executive Officer, University Health – HOSPAC1000
Kevin Barron, FACHE, VP Payer Relations, University Health – HOSPAC500
Leni Kirkman, Exec VP Corp Communications & Mktg, University Health – HOSPAC500
Andrew Smith, Vice President Government Relations, University Health – HOSPAC1000
University Medical Center of El Paso
Jacob Cintron, FACHE, President & Chief Executive Officer, University Medical Center of El Paso – HOSPAC3500
Ray Davis, Chief Information Officer, University Medical Center of El Paso – HOSPAC100
Michael Nunez, District Chief Financial Officer, University Medical Center of El Paso – HOSPAC1000
Ruben Vogt, Asst Admin Gov Relations & External Affairs, University Medical Center of El Paso – HOSPAC100
University Medical Center, Lubbock
Monica Beardemphl, Manager Network Development, University Medical Center – HOSPAC
Jeffrey Hill, SVP Support Services / Gov’t Relations, University Medical Center – HOSPAC500
Bobbye Hrncirik, VP Supplemental Funding, University Medical Center – HOSPAC1000
Emma Modisette, Business Development Specialist, University Medical Center – HOSPAC
Roger Ragain, M.D., Executive VP / Chief Medical Officer, University Medical Center – HOSPAC100
Uvalde Memorial Hospital
Raul Zamora, Board Member, Uvalde Memorial Hospital – HOSPAC100
Supporting Partners
Keith Shanks, Vice President, R1 RCM – HOSPAC100
Ryan Werling, SVP Business Development, AblePay – HOSPAC100
HOSPAC Spring Engagement
This spring, HOSPAC had a presence at a multitude of events such as TORCH’s Spring Conference & Tradeshow, THA’s Inaugural Managed Care Summit, and we hosted a virtual townhall with Sen. Cornyn. Look at all the things HOSPAC has been up to this season!
HOSPAC at the TORCH Spring Conference & Tradeshow
The Texas Organization of Rural and Community Hospitals (TORCH) hosted its annual Spring Conference & Tradeshow in Arlington, where HOSPAC organized several events and engagement opportunities for donors attending the conference.
HOSPAC hosted a small donor dinner for supporters with special guest, State Rep. John McQueeney. The gathering provided an opportunity for regional HOSPAC donors to connect, network, and strengthen relationships with one another.
HOSPAC also hosted its first-ever after-party in conjunction with the TORCH Spring Conference. Conference attendees who contributed to HOSPAC were invited to this exclusive donor-only event.
Throughout the conference, HOSPAC hosted a booth to educate attendees about the importance and impact of HOSPAC. Donors who contributed during the event received appreciation gift bags that included a custom-branded HOSPAC YETI tumbler, golf balls, an Apple AirTag, a custom-branded AirTag case and popcorn.
THA Managed Care Summit
THA hosted its inaugural Managed Care Summit, bringing together health system CFOs and executives in finance, contracting, and reimbursement to hear from industry thought leaders on key topics affecting the health care landscape. Discussions focused on payer challenges and accountability, emerging concerns in hospital cost reports, and issues related to charity care and community benefits.
HOSPAC maintained a presence throughout the summit. Attendees learned what HOSPAC is, how it works, and why it’s so important to be involved.
HOSPAC Hosted Webinar with U.S. Senator John Cornyn
HOSPAC hosted a webinar with Senator John Cornyn to encourage voter participation in the runoff election and discuss key issues impacting hospitals and the health care industry.
During the webinar, Sen. Cornyn addressed several topics relevant to Texas hospitals, including the Rural Health Transformation Program, the 340B Drug Pricing Program, recognition of nursing as a professional degree, and the outlook for health care policy in the U.S. Senate. The discussion concluded with a Q&A session hosted by HOSPAC.
THA Takes Washington D.C.
THA’s advocacy team traveled to Washington D.C. and met with members of the Texas congressional delegation and discussed issues impacting increased health care costs. Key topics included workforce shortages, rising supply expenses, increasing pharmaceutical costs, and other challenges driving up the cost of patient care. THA also expressed concerns regarding insurance downcoding, payment delays, and prior authorization requirements, all of which continue to place administrative and financial burdens on hospitals and health systems.
Save the Date: THA Annual Conference, Sept 22-23
Mark your calendars for THA’s annual conference, for September 22-23 at the Omni Hotel in Fort Worth. HOSPAC will have a luxe lounge exclusively for HOSPAC donors.
The HOSPAC lounge provides a welcoming space to unwind, stay productive, and engage in fellowship with colleagues. The lounge will have plenty of charging stations to keep your battery full throughout conference and it will be packed with grab & go snacks.
A highlight of the Conference is the donor-only THA and HOSPAC Board Reception, offering premium cocktails, appetizers, and a special guest speaker.
HOSPAC will also host a happy hour that will take place inside its private lounge. This donor-only event is reserved for HOSPAC contributors and offers attendees an opportunity to network and engage with colleagues. Make your 2026 HOSPAC contribution to ensure access to these.
Important Dates
- Texas Primary Runoff Election Early Voting – May 18-22
- Texas Primary Runoff Election Day – May 26
- Texas Healthcare Trustees Governance Conference – San Antonio, June 4-5
- Texas Hospital Association Annual Conference – Fort Worth, Sept. 22-23
- General Election Early Voting – Oct. 19-30
- General Election Day – Nov. 3
- Texas Legislative Session Bill Pre-Filing Begins – Nov. 9
When Texas hospitals come together, we become one powerful voice.
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