Austin Midtown In The News
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Publication: KTBC-TV (FOX, Austin)
3/23/2024 - Heather King, M.D., FACS, Texas Breast Specialists-Austin Lakeway and West 37th Street joined KTBC-TV’s (FOX, Austin) “HealthBeat” segment to discuss the Breast Cancer Risk Assessment Tool, given Oliva Munn’s recent diagnosis. Dr. King shared with viewers the different statistical models to test for breast cancer risk, the gold standard of screening, how mammograms are the roadmap to the breast and explained what Luminal B cancer is.
Publication: KTBC-TV (FOX, Austin)
1/22/2024 - The American Cancer Society published their 2024 Cancer Facts & Figures, which detailed the latest cancer incidence and death rates for the U.S. Mika Cline, M.D., Texas Oncology-Austin Midtown and Marble Falls joined KTBC-TV’s (FOX, Austin) “HealthBeat” to break down the findings, share what’s driving the projected 2 million new cases of cancer in the U.S. and how Americans can take control of their health and get their annual cancer screenings.
Publication: Austin Medical Times, Houston Medical Times
9/1/2023 - From Friday night lights and college tailgating to NFL game day, for many Texans the most wonderful time of the year is football season. Like football, when it comes to cancer, a great defense is often the best offense. With an estimated 139,100 new cases of cancer to be diagnosed in Texas in 2023, cancer screenings are one of the most important “calls” that should be in everyone’s prevention playbook. Read why timing matters when it comes to fighting cancer and how early detection through screenings will help you score a victory against cancer.
Publication: Austin Medical Times, Houston Medical Times
7/1/2023 - For many people, summertime means firing up their grills and dusting off family-favorite summer recipes. To help Texans make healthy choices this summer, Athira Unnikrishnan, M.D., Texas Oncology–Austin Midtown, shares tips for mitigating cancer risks associated with grilled meats as well as examples of nutrient-rich, seasonal foods that contribute to overall health.
Publication: Jewish Outlook
7/1/2023 - Having a good sleep routine, also known as sleep hygiene, is an important habit to establish. And if sleeping - or the lack thereof - is becoming a concern, always speak with one's physician on determining the causes of sleep problems and ways to sleep better at night. Rebecca Fisher, M.D., neuro oncologist at Texas Oncology–Austin Brain Tumor Center, addresses the importance of a good night's sleep and challenges cancer patients face when it comes to sleep.
Publication: Austin-American Statesman
6/25/2023 - Survey data from Texas Oncology indicates that most cancer patients experience symptoms of depression or anxiety, and many feel less attractive or confident. Texas Oncology patient Randi Sparks shares the impact of recurrent breast cancer on her mental health and the support she received from her multidisciplinary team, including Maygen Hansard, LMSW of Texas Oncology–Wichita Falls Cancer Center. Other members of the Texas Oncology team also share their perspectives on cancer and mental health. Aimee Mackey, M.D., FACS of Texas Breast Specialists–San Marcos and South Austin, emphasizes the importance of involving patients in their treatment and connecting them with resources and support. Stephanie Broussard, the director of social work and palliative care at Texas Oncology, shares mental health warning signs to look out for.
Publication: Austin Medical Times, Houston Medical Times, Palestine Herald-Press
2/1/2023 - Receiving a cancer diagnosis can affect many aspects of a patient’s life, including sexual intimacy and their relationship with a spouse or partner – but intimacy, even while fighting cancer, is important. Francesca Caponi, LMSW, Texas Oncology–Austin Midtown, Muffaddal Morkas, M.D., Texas Oncology–Houston Memorial City, and Tanyel S. Williams, LMSW, ACSW, CHW, ACHP-SW, OSW-C, Texas Oncology–Palestine Cancer Center, explain the effects of cancer on relationships and how to strengthen your relationship to feel intimately loved, understood, and comforted.
Publication: Austin American-Statesman
11/13/2022 - In 2020, 68-year-old Robert Walker was diagnosed with stage IV pancreatic cancer, which typically has a poor prognosis with less than five percent of patients expected to survive more than five years. Through good days and not-so-good days, Robert maintained a positive attitude. Thanks to the multidisciplinary care he received from Texas Oncology, Robert has responded so well to every component of treatment from chemotherapy to surgery, that he has far outlived the traditional survival for patients with stage IV pancreatic cancer as he continues to fight this deadly disease.
Publication: Jewish Austin
9/1/2022 - September is Prostate Cancer and Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month. Helen Dinkelspiel Eshed, Texas Oncology–Austin Central and South Austin and Dr. Kyle Keyes, Texas Urology Specialists–Austin Midtown, Round Rock, and South Austin share the early symptoms of these cancers that you shouldn’t ignore. And speak to incorporating healthy habits – such as cancer screenings – into your self-care routine that can help prevent or detect a cancer diagnosis early.
Publication: Austin American-Statesman
6/28/2022 - "I'm a firm believer in the well-check," says James Condray, 67, patient of Dr. Kyle Keyes, Texas Urology Specialists-Austin Midtown, Round Rock and South Austin, who had a biopsy that revealed an aggressive form of prostate cancer. This National Men's Health Month, patient James Condray and Dr. Keyes share with the Austin American-Statesman that men should get their "head-to-toe" check once a year. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention data show that in 2015, men went to doctors about a third less than women. Dr. Keyes identifies the importance of wellness check-ups, screenings, and what to look for in male cancers, noting men should see a doctor if something doesn't feel right. Timing matters when it comes to how far the cancer has spread and its treatability.