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06/10/2026

🧪➡️📈 From the lab bench to the boardroom.

Not every healthcare career follows a traditional path. In this week’s Healthspark episode, Simar Sharma shares how she went from bioengineering research to helping biopharma companies navigate the complex realities of getting new therapies to patients.

One of my favorite parts of this conversation was hearing how experiences outside the classroom—including case competitions, networking, and curiosity-driven learning—helped shape her career.

If you’re a student, early-career professional, or anyone wondering what healthcare careers beyond direct patient care can look like, this episode is for you.

🎧 New episode available June 11.
Listen on your favorite podcast platform—link in bio; https://www.gingerraya.podbean.com

06/08/2026

Rural communities have always been centers of resilience, innovation, and connection.

As healthcare continues to evolve, we have an opportunity to reimagine how care is delivered, how partnerships are formed, and how we support the unique needs of rural populations. The most impactful solutions will come from collaboration, creativity, and a commitment to improving health where people live and work.

Looking forward to engaging with leaders who are driving meaningful change and helping shape what’s next for rural healthcare.

06/02/2026

Looking forward to engaging with fellow leaders at Becker’s and bringing the perspective of Rural Hospital Officers Academy to the discussion. The best solutions emerge when healthcare, public health, academia, and community stakeholders work together toward shared goals.

05/29/2026

Proud to share that I will be leading UTHealth Houston School of Public Health’s participation in the Texas Rural Hospital Officers Academy, representing the UT System across East Texas.

This is an incredible opportunity to work with rural hospital leaders who are tackling some of healthcare’s toughest challenges while continuing to serve their communities every day.

Excited for what lies ahead.

Read more in the announcement below.

UTHealth Houston School of Public Health has been selected to represent The University of Texas System in a new statewide initiative, the Texas Rural Hospital Officers Academy, designed to strengthen financial leadership and long-term stability of rural hospitals across Texas. At UTHealth Houston School of Public Health, the Academy site will be led by Ginger Raya, EdD, MHA, MPA, a nationally recognized healthcare executive who will support 38 East Texas counties.

Read the full article here: https://sph.uth.edu/news/story/statewide-rural-hospital-leadership-initiative

05/20/2026

Big conversations. Big vision. Big future for El Paso healthcare 🏥✨

Proud to chair today’s El Paso Chamber Healthcare Coalition meeting featuring updates from UMC leadership on bond projects, healthcare expansion, procurement opportunities, and the future of healthcare in our community.

We also discussed key healthcare legislative priorities impacting providers, hospitals, and patients across the Borderplex region.

So inspiring to see leaders, advocates, and community partners all working together to move El Paso forward 💙👏🏽

05/16/2026

Spring grades are submitted, and now I’m shifting into an exciting 30+ days of leadership, learning, and collaboration — starting and ending back home in El Paso. Grateful for opportunities to contribute to conversations shaping the future of healthcare and leadership.

Here’s what’s ahead 👇

1️⃣ May 27 | El Paso, TX
Health Professions Network Spring Conference
“From the Edge to Influence: A Leadership Story Shaping Healthcare”

2️⃣ June 9–11 | San Diego, CA
2026 AUPHA Annual Meeting
Presenting with Pamela Prieto Montoya:
“Bias Breaker: A New Model for Judging”

3️⃣ June 11–12 | Chicago, IL
Becker’s Rural Healthcare Leadership Summit
Panel: “The Next Wave of Rural Healthcare Innovation and Partnerships”

4️⃣ June 25 | El Paso, TX
El Paso Chapter of Credit Unions
“Leading with Clarity and Influence: Emotional Intelligence and Growth Mindset for Today’s Executives”

All while continuing the important work happening through our leadership cohorts and rural healthcare initiatives back home.

🤝 If you’ll be at any of these events, I’d love to connect.

💡 Your work matters. How we lead, collaborate, and engage with one another matters even more.

05/11/2026

There’s more than ONE way to break into healthcare leadership 👏

Episode 5 of Health Spark features an honest conversation about the many different paths students and early-career professionals take into healthcare operations, strategy, and leadership roles.

🎙️ Featuring:
✨ Sydney Tischler
✨ Sofia Tovar
✨ Britney Gomes

We talk about:
✔️ Administrative fellowships
✔️ Internships & practicums
✔️ Consulting & operations roles
✔️ Navigating rejection & uncertainty
✔️ What helps candidates stand out
✔️ Building a long-term career in healthcare leadership

If you’re trying to figure out your next step in healthcare administration or public health, this episode is for you.

📅 Episode drops Thursday 5/14/26
🎧 Listen on all major streaming platforms

Catch up on past episodes:
https://gingerraya.podbean.com/

05/02/2026

My path in healthcare wasn’t planned—and it definitely wasn’t easy.

I’m looking forward to sharing that journey at the HPN Spring Conference 2026 through my session, From the Edge to Influence: Shaping Healthcare—and what it taught me about leadership, growth, and real impact.

If you’re finding your way in healthcare or thinking about what’s possible beyond your current role, this conversation is for you.

📍 El Paso, TX
📅 May 26–28, 2026

Register:
https://hpnonline.org/event/hpn-spring-conference-2026/