Recent studies are shedding light on a concerning trend among those under the age of 50: a sharp rise in incidences of colon cancer. Learn how you can protect yourself by adopting healthy habits at any age.

Texas Oncology’s commitment to cancer research includes supporting Women Who Conquer Cancer, a unique program for young women researchers from the American Society of Clinical Oncologists (ASCO).

Dr. Sasha Strain of Texas Oncology–Tyler and Jacksonville shares why a healthy lifestyle should be a part of your cancer prevention strategy.

Dr. Lynn Canavan of Texas Breast Specialists–Denison, McKinney and Plano breaks down the benefits of nipple-sparing mastectomy as a cancer care trend for 2019.

Sabinal Quilt Club donates two dozen quilts to Texas Oncology-Uvalde patients, including some quilts specially designed for patients in wheelchairs.

Texas Oncology–Longview Cancer Center’s Kavita Nirmal discusses the increasing efficacy and implementation of immune-based therapies as a trend for 2019.

Oncoplastic breast surgery combines tumor removal with plastic surgery to treat cancer, while maximizing cosmetic outcomes.

As the death rate from cancer in the U.S. declines, obesity-related cancer deaths are on the rise and Texas leads the way. Learn about steps you can take to cut your risk.

After completing leukemia treatment at Texas Oncology, Wesley and April White crossed paths and eventually married. Read their full story this Valentine’s Day.

Join us for the Survive & Thrive webinar on February 14, 2019 and let's talk about intimacy after cancer.

Georgetown is known for small-town charm, but it’s also experienced booming growth, making it one of the fastest growing cities in the U.S. list in recent years.

Texas Oncology has developed helpful tips for patients, co-workers, managers, as well as inspiring individual patient stories.

Trends shaping cancer treatment and prevention in 2019 blend a focus on the opportunities that lie in deeper understanding of what is unique to each patient with insights gleaned from probing what is common to many.

Healthy Weight Week is an important time to reflect on how we can address bad habits, try new foods and activities, and remember that we only get one body so we should nourish it accordingly.

The role of an Oncology Social Worker (OSW) is to provide direct support and navigation services to patients and their families throughout the treatment process.

We know that the most important risk factor for developing cervical cancer is the presence of the HPV virus, as more than 90 percent of all cervical cancers have been found to have it present.

In 2019, the trends in cancer care will highlight improvements and opening new doors from previous trends. We will continue to see the use of immunology, which uses the body’s immune system to fight cancer, as part of a personalized treatment plan that is less toxic than chemotherapy.

There are many key trends coming out of the 2018 ASTRO Annual Meeting. According to Victor Mangona of Texas Center for Proton Therapy, one in particular may even change the way we treat cancer.

This Saturday, September 15th, the Midland Health Breast Center and Texas Oncology will host the West Texas Breast Symposium. Continuing Education credits are available for nurses, physicians and radiology technicians, and the public is invited to attend as well.

Ty Fontenot, one of our longest-serving employees, shares his experience as chief medical physicist of the Gulf Coast region.

The Particle Therapy Co-Operative Group (PTCOG) conference is an event that takes place in North America once every four years where field experts are invited to give educational lectures.

Dr. Jason Melear of Texas Oncology–Austin Midtown explains the important benefits and potential risks for patients to consider when deciding to participate in a clinical trial.

Advancements in cancer research are not only making headlines but also making treatment – and life – better for cancer patients. Dr. Sharon Wilks, Texas Oncology–San Antonio Northeast shares perspectives on noteworthy outcomes from breakthrough cancer research.

Michele Peterson, Texas Oncology–Austin Central, one of our longest-serving employees, shares how each and every day at work remains rewarding for both herself and her coworkers.

Certified as a child life professional, Laura Drap provides child life services to pediatric patients and their families while they are in treatment at Texas Center for Proton Therapy.

Drs. Andrew Lee and Ashley Ross discuss challenges in diagnosing prostate cancer and review recent studies that explore care options.

Sue Campbell, one of our longest-serving employees, shares her passion for her job and the patients she helps every day.

With more information about more treatment options available, and a new attitude among healthcare teams, patients are more directly involved than ever in their treatment.

More patients getting better treatment earlier means more survivors – and greater emphasis on managing the disease, and patients’ lives after cancer.

Scientists say mountains of data are revealing new ways to diagnose and treat cancer.

Innovations like immunotherapy, CAR-T, proton therapy, and new medicines are transforming cancer care.

The location of cancer tumors is becoming less relevant than what’s inside the molecules of cells that comprise them. Biomarkers are helping redefine treatment.

Texas Oncology physicians share their perspectives on the top five most important trends in cancer in 2018.

As we kick off Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, it’s important to continue the conversation around proton therapy’s potential benefits for prostate cancer patients.

Texas Oncology–San Antonio medical physicists Carlos Esquivel, Ph.D., and Rebecca McInturf participated in an exercise to compare the quality of treatment plans utilizing various tools.

We join the millions of Americans in expressing support for Arizona Senator John McCain and his family following the news of his brain cancer diagnosis.

Texas Center for Proton Therapy is one of the most technologically advanced proton therapy treatment centers in in the world. That’s why the center was selected to host the annual IBA Proteus Users Meeting from Sunday, March 19 to Monday, March 20. Belgium-based IBA is a global leader in proton therapy technology.

Dr. Thomas Anderson of Texas Oncology–Bedford was presented with the Patriot Award, which recognizes the supervisor of a member of the National Guard and Reserve, for allowing Dr. Sandeep Gill the flexibility to hold a full-time position as a civilian, while also serving our country as a Reservist.

In partnership with Seton Healthcare Family, Texas Oncology and Austin Radiological Association, The University of Texas at Austin has embarked on a two-year clinical study to test advanced imaging methods that could provide patients and physicians with new, valuable information on how to treat breast cancer in patients.

The physicians and cancer patients of the Independent Clinical Oncology Network (ICON) and South Africa face many of the same issues that we do here in Texas.

Texas Center for Proton Therapy’s Dr. Andrew Lee was invited to speak at the Particle Therapy Cooperative Group conference. Particle therapy centers from around the globe are represented at this annual international meeting.

Dr. Billie J. Marek, medical director for Texas Oncology-McAllen, wrote an article about genetic testing for cancer prevention.

Dr. Suresh Ratnam, Texas Oncology-McAllen, wrote an article about the history of treating cancer patients with transplants while also calling attention to the shortage of transplant donors.

Dr. Frank Ward, oncologist at Texas Oncology-Tyler, wrote an article about genetic testing for cancer research and the pros and cons of early testing.

Right now, the most impressive thing about the 63,000-square-foot building under construction at 1501 W. Royal Lane in Irving is probably the concrete.

Texas Oncology announced it would build a state-of-the-art Texas Center for Proton Therapy in Irving at Hwy 161 and Royal Lane. On May 15.