Dr. John Hellerstedt Receives THA Trustee Award for Public Health Leadership Throughout the COVID-19 Pandemic
For his steadfast and sound public health leadership during COVID-19, as well as for his long and distinguished career in public service prior to the pandemic, Dr. John Hellerstedt, commissioner of the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS), has been honored with the Texas Hospital Association’s THA Trustee Award. The award is THA’s highest honor given to someone not directly involved in hospital management. It recognizes significant contributions and outstanding leadership in the health care industry.
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2022 Founders’ Award
Born and raised in Rankin, Texas, Tracy Clanton has worked for the Rankin Independent School District since he was 18 years old, serving as the Maintenance Director for many years.
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2022 Advocate of the Year Award
Melvin Woody, of Springtown, Texas, was a dedicated member on the Board of the Parker County Hospital District (PCHD) for 27 years, serving from May 1994 to June 2021.
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2022 Ollie Jo Bozeman Excellence in Administrative Professionalism Award
With over 22 years under her belt at Dimmit Regional Hospital in Carrizo Springs, Texas, Martha Castaneda has served as the executive assistant to the Hospital Chief Executive Officer for more than 12 years.
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