Abilene In The News
We are pleased to keep you informed on the latest news related to our practice in Abilene, Texas.
8/1/2022 - Padma Lakshmi Draksharam, M.D., discusses her vision on the future of cancer care and a hobby that paved the path for her endurance and determination as a physician.
8/1/2022 - Bhaskara Reddy Madhira, M.D., MBBS, shares what he is looking forward to as cancer treatment evolves and the moment he knew he wanted to specialize in cancer care.
Publication: Abilene Reporter-News
1/18/2021 - As of Friday, Jan. 15, 2021, 15 providers in Abilene have received a total of 9,050 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine. One of the facilities listed for Abilene is Texas Oncology, which is following state guidelines to administer its initial allotment to its healthcare providers.
12/18/2020 - Haris Baig, D.O., is now seeing patients at Texas Oncology–Cypress Fairfield, Houston Willowbrook, and Tomball. Learn more about Dr. Baig’s passion for oncology and his approach to patient care.
Publication: KTAB-TV (CBS, Abilene)
2/7/2020 - Monique Spillman, M.D., Ph.D., FACOG, of Texas Oncology–Abilene discusses the largest ever one-year drop in the cancer mortality rate on KTAB-TV’s 4U. Dr. Spillman analyzes the factors behind the dramatic decrease, including prevention, early detection, and drug improvements. Dr. Spillman also touches on a few of the reasons why patients are living longer with cancer, and how societal changes, like tobacco use, also contributed to decreased mortality rates.
Publication: KIDY-TV (FOX, San Angelo)
9/27/2018 - James Boone and family have dedicated a 'survivor bell' to Texas Oncology–Abilene for cancer patients to ring in celebration at the completion of their treatment journey. The donation was made in appreciation of the care given to James' parents, Gene and Charmaine Boone.
Publication: KTAB-TV (CBS, Abilene)
9/23/2018 - James Boone and family have dedicated a 'survivor bell' to Texas Oncology–Abilene for cancer patients to ring in celebration at the completion of their treatment journey. The donation was made in appreciation of the care given to James' parents, Gene and Charmaine Boone.
Publication: KRBC-TV (NBC, Abilene)
9/23/2018 - James Boone and family have dedicated a 'survivor bell' to Texas Oncology–Abilene for cancer patients to ring in celebration at the completion of their treatment journey. The donation was made in appreciation of the care given to James' parents, Gene and Charmaine Boone.
Publication: Abilene Reporter-News
9/21/2018 - Texas Oncology–Abilene on Friday dedicated a bell at its clinic that will be rung to celebrate the end of treatment for cancer patients. The donation was made by James Boone and other family members in appreciation for care given to Gene and Charmaine Boone, his parents.
Publication: Abilene Reporter-News, Abilene, TX
2/23/2016 - Dr. Anton Melnyk of Texas Oncology–Abilene discusses his participation in a clinical trial for the recently-approved immunotherapy drug Opdivo and the importance of research to extend lives in those with non-small cell lung cancer.