In The News
Read the latest Texas Oncology news and stories highlighting Austin practices and patients.
11/15/2019- Shaun P. McKenzie, M.D., FACS, recently joined Texas Oncology Surgical Specialists in Austin. He discusses the future of cancer treatment and the resiliency of the human spirit.
11/4/2019- Austin Woman magazine editor, breast cancer patient Chantal Rice was determined to write her own cancer story, on her terms.
Media Outlet: Austin American-Statesman
11/3/2019- After being diagnosed with colorectal cancer, Danny Box’s medical oncologist, Darren Kocs, M.D., of Texas Oncology–Round Rock, recommended him for a genetic evaluation with Jerrad Stoddard, PA-C, M.A., M.S. Test results determined that Danny had an inherited cancer condition known as Lynch syndrome. After Danny’s evaluation, all three of his children were tested and his family swiftly became aware of the importance of cancer screenings.
Media Outlet: Austin Medical Times, Houston Medical Times
11/1/2019- Treatment advancements have made it possible for some patients to live with and manage cancer as a chronic illness. Punit Chadha, M.D., of Texas Oncology–South Austin and Anish Meerasahib, M.A, M.D., of Texas Oncology–Deke Slayton Cancer Center share considerations for living with chronic cancer.
Media Outlet: KTBC-TV (FOX, Austin)
10/28/2019- During the final installment of their Breast Cancer Awareness Month series, FOX 7 Austin's Amanda Salinas catches up with breast cancer survivor Rachel Belkin to discuss life after treatment, and Debra Patt, M.D., MPH, MBA, executive vice president of Texas Oncology, who highlights recent updates to BRCA screening guidelines and the impact of these updates on patients like Rachel.
Media Outlet: Austin American-Statesman
10/20/2019- As the managing editor of Austin Woman magazine, Chantal Rice provides editorial oversight for thought-provoking stories that inspire and support women. After being diagnosed with breast cancer, Chantal was treated by Bridget O’Brien, D.O., at Texas Breast Specialists–Georgetown, and Mika Cline, M.D., at Texas Oncology–Austin Midtown. She credits the support of her family and friends, colleagues at Austin Woman magazine, and her partner, Thomas, for helping her through her cancer journey.
Media Outlet: KTBC-TV (FOX, Austin)
10/14/2019- Renee Sendelbach was diagnosed with breast cancer 11 years ago at the age of 31. A year later, her cancer metastasized to other parts of her body. Under the care of Beth Hellerstedt, M.D., at Texas Oncology–Round Rock, Renee received chemotherapy, surgery, and a bone marrow transplant. For metastatic cancer patients like Renee, advancements in medicine are improving survival rates and quality of life. Today, Renee says she is doing well and will continue to defy the odds.
Media Outlet: Austin American-Statesman
10/6/2019- Tamara Scott was a busy healthcare administrator and mother to a toddler when she was diagnosed with breast cancer at the age of 36. She was treated by Kathryn Hudson, M.D., and Carl Nuesch, M.D., FACRO, FACR, of Texas Oncology–Austin Central and underwent chemotherapy and radiation. Through her cancer journey, Tamara hopes to inspire other breast cancer patients, especially African American women like her, to persevere and advocate for their health.
Media Outlet: Absolutely! Brazos, Fort Bend Focus, Absolutely! Katy, Austin Medical Times, Houston Medical Times, Cleburne Times-Review
10/2/2019- Early detection of breast cancer is a key step in successful treatment of the disease. Sanjay Sethi, M.D., of Texas Oncology–Sugar Land, Nikita M. Shah, M.D., of Texas Breast Specialists–Sugar Land, Srinath Sundararajan, M.D., FACP, of Texas Oncology–Katy, Caroline Coombs-Skiles, M.D., FACS, of Texas Breast Specialists–Austin Central, and Sandhya Bejjanki, M.D., Texas Oncology–Cleburne, share three things women should know about reducing their risk.
9/27/2019- During September’s Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month, Paul Loar, M.D., united a cast of his Wonder Woman© patients to honor their fights against cancer.