Fathers in Health Care

Mission

Our mission is to bring together fathers and father figures across Houston Methodist for the purpose of supporting working fathers and to share ideas and experiences. We will assist working fathers in developing a work life balance that can allow them to be successful contributors to their profession, while helping to ensure they are active participants in their children’s development and future success.

Vision

To partner with the hospital’s leadership team to encourage and support fathers in health care to be successful in both their careers and their fatherhood responsibilities. Also, to have fathers helping fathers navigate the challenges of the modern work force.

2024 General Membership Meetings

  • Jan. 18
  • Feb. 15
  • Mar. 21
  • April 18
  • May 16
  • June 20
  • July 18
  • Aug. 15
  • Sept. 19
  • Oct. 17 
  • Nov. 21
  • Dec. 19

All meetings are virtual and held on the 3rd Thursday of each month from noon – 1 p.m.

 

Please contact FathersInHealthCare@houstonmethodist.org if you are interested in becoming a member or would like to learn more.

 

2023 Events & Activities

Houston Methodist ERGs host numerous exciting, educational and engaging activities throughout the year. In addition to its general membership meetings, professional development, social and community service events, and involvement in systemwide initiatives in which ERG members participate, the Fathers in Health Care ERG hosted the following all-employee events in 2023:

 

•Discussions focusing on advancing up the career ladder, furthering professional development, learning more about financial literacy, and the difficulties of managing career responsibilities with fatherhood duties.

•The “Father's Extravaganza” that featured outdoor games and a barbecue cook off.