Arts & Health Annual Literary Event

Across industries, leaders are navigating a world defined by rapid technological change, global complexity, and rising expectations for ethical, human‑centered decision‑making. Whether in healthcare, business, law, education, or public service, professionals are being asked to communicate clearly, think critically, collaborate across disciplines, and understand the human experience in all its nuance.

This year’s Arts & Health Annual Literary Event brings together distinguished voices from medicine, higher education, and law to explore a timely and far‑reaching question: What is the role of a liberal arts education in shaping the leaders our world now requires?

While the conversation begins with the training of medical professionals, the themes extend well beyond the clinic. Attendees will gain insight into how the humanities influence leadership, ethics, innovation, and resilience across every sector. The discussion invites all who guide teams, shape culture, or serve their communities to consider how a liberal arts foundation strengthens professional practice in an increasingly complex environment.

Moderator & Host

John F. Harper, MD
Physician, educator, and advocate for integrating the arts and humanities into professional development.

Panelists

• Jay Hartzell, PhD — President, Southern Methodist University
• Tom Mayo, JD — SMU Altshuler Distinguished Teaching Professor and Professor of Law
• Charles Whitten, MD — Professor and Chair, Department of Anesthesiology & Pain Management, UT Southwestern Medical Center
• Sunita Koshi‑Nesbitt, MD — Chief Medical and Quality Officer, Texas Health Resources

Together, these leaders bring perspectives spanning university governance, ethics, clinical leadership, and organizational strategy—creating a rich, interdisciplinary dialogue relevant to professionals across fields.

Event Schedule

April 28, 2026

• 5:30 pm – Reception and Networking
• 6:30 pm – Panel Discussion
• Tickets: $25

Location

Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas
8200 Walnut Hill Lane, Dallas, TX 75231
Fogelson Building, 2nd Floor Auditorium
Valet parking available

About Business Council for the Arts

Business Council for the Arts (BCA) is a nonprofit organization representing more than 150 leading businesses and organizations in North Texas, advancing the arts in the workplace, in education, and throughout the community.
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