Texas Oncology-Corsicana In the News
Media Outlet: Corsicana Daily Sun
6/12/2022- In recognition of Immunotherapy Awareness Month in June, Ashwani Agarwal, M.D., medical oncologist at Texas Oncology–Corsicana shares five things to know about immunotherapy and cancer.
Media Outlet: Corsicana Daily Sun, Palestine Herald-Press
3/20/2022- There are long-held impressions of what a patient with colorectal cancer “looks like,” but the truth is anyone can get a colorectal cancer diagnosis, regardless of age, gender, or ethnicity. Ashwani Agarwal, M.D., medical oncologist at Texas Oncology–Corsicana and James Wilder, M.D., radiation oncologist at Texas Oncology–Palestine Cancer Center, explain why it is critical for everyone to be aware of the risk factors and symptoms of colorectal cancer—and to take preventative actions that will help you improve your health and minimize your risk.
Media Outlet: Corsicana Daily Sun, Palestine Herald-Press
2/20/2022- For National Cancer Prevention Month, Ashwani Agarwal, M.D., medical oncologist at Texas Oncology–Corsicana and Shail Dalal, M.D., hematologist and medical oncologist at Texas Oncology–Palestine Cancer Center, encourage those who have put off a routine screening, are overdue for an annual exam, or are experiencing concerning symptoms to schedule an appointment with their healthcare team as soon as possible. Seeing a doctor could be a lifesaving move, especially when it comes to cancer.
Media Outlet: Austin Medical Times, Corsicana Daily Sun, Houston Medical Times
1/17/2022- In a recent study by the National Institutes of Health, more than 70% of cancer patients surveyed reported pandemic-related mental health challenges. But there are ways to cope and Ashwani Agarwal, M.D., medical oncologist at Texas Oncology–Corsicana, Allison E. Gorrebeeck M.D., Texas Oncology–Austin North Suite 300 and Kendra Burke, LCSW, Texas Oncology–Deke Slayton Cancer Center outline the specific steps you can take to protect your emotional health.
Media Outlet: Austin Medical Times, Corsicana Daily Sun, Houston Medical Times
12/1/2021- The holidays can be a time of joyful celebration and hopeful anticipation as you gather with friends and spend time with loved ones. But for people living with a cancer diagnosis, the holiday season can be so different from what they hoped or imagined, that it becomes a difficult, painful, or lonely time of year. Srivani Thatikonda, M.D., Texas Oncology–Austin Midtown Radiation Oncology, Ashwani Agarwal, M.D., Texas Oncology–Corsicana, and Michelina Cairo, M.D., Texas Oncology–Houston Memorial City share some simple and meaningful ways to care for those who may need your good cheer most during this holiday season.
Media Outlet: Austin Medical Times, Corsicana Daily Sun, Houston Medical Times, Natural Awakenings, Palestine Herald-Press
10/1/2021- Responding quickly to new symptoms is especially important for detecting and preventing breast cancer, the most commonly diagnosed form of cancer in American women. For Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Ashwani Agarwal, M.D., medical oncologist at Texas Oncology–Corsicana, Bindupriya Chandrasekaran M.D., MRCS, breast surgical oncologist at Texas Breast Specialists–Methodist Cancer Centers, Shail Dalal, M.D., medical oncologist at Texas Oncology–Palestine Cancer Center, Moya Griffin, M.D., FACS breast surgical oncologist at Texas Breast Specialists–Austin North, and Jamie Terry, M.D., MHCE, FACS breast surgical oncologist at Texas Breast Specialists in Houston explain the importance of routine breast cancer screenings.
Media Outlet: Corsicana Daily Sun
9/12/2021- September is Prostate Cancer and Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month and both men and women should consider routine cancer screenings as a vital part of self-care. Ashwani Agarwal, M.D., medical oncologist at Texas Oncology–Corsicana discusses the importance of incorporating healthy habits – such as cancer screenings – into your self-care routine that can help prevent or detect a cancer diagnosis early.
Media Outlet: Austin Medical Times, Corsicana Daily Sun, Houston Medical Times
8/23/2021- Exciting research in oncology is shifting toward a more personalized approach to cancer prevention and treatment – starting with genetics. Elizabeth Gorrick, PA-C Texas Oncology-Austin Central and South Austin, Ashwani Agarwal, M.D., Texas Oncology–Corsicana and Dhatri Kodali, M.D., Texas Oncology–Deke Slayton Cancer Center and Texas City explain how genetic testing allows patients to better understand their risk for developing cancer and take proactive steps for early detection and prevention.
Media Outlet: Corsicana Daily Sun
6/24/2021- Breakthroughs like immunotherapy are helping cancer patients live longer, higher quality lives. Ashwani Agarwal, M.D., medical oncologist, Texas Oncology–Corsicana, explains how using the body’s own tools to fight cancer is opening a new and exciting horizon in cancer care.
Media Outlet: Austin Medical Times, Corsicana Daily Sun, Houston Medical Times
6/1/2021- Breakthroughs that advance prevention and treatment of cancer are made possible by the courageous patients who volunteer to participate in clinical trials. Ashwani Agarwal, M.D., Texas Oncology–Corsicana, Mika Cline, M.D., of Texas Oncology–Austin Midtown and Cesar K. Tin-U, M.D., of Texas Oncology–Sugar Land explain the risks and benefits of clinical trials and encourages patients to play an active role in their cancer care.