- I understand that this voluntary support group is designed specifically for patients in treatment for cancer or who have been in treatment for cancer. We welcome patients who have had treatment at Texas Oncology(chemotherapy, radiation therapy, surgery, or immunotherapy). This group is not to offer medical advice. The group is facilitated by a registered dietitian. Physicians will not be in attendance.
- I understand that this program will be offered virtually to patients at Texas Oncology. An understanding of confidentiality between nutrition education class participants will be established, but any information that is shared within the group has been made public information within that group and Texas Oncology cannot guarantee the privacy or confidentiality of any disclosures.
- I understand that participation in the nutrition education classes is available via online video or audio only. Inorder to participate with video function, participants will need access to a computer/device that has a camera,microphone, and internet access.
- I understand that space in each nutrition education class is limited and registration is required.
- I understand that a Texas Oncology dietitian will contact me by phone or secure email to gather additionalinformation and provide me with the login information for the online platform.
- I understand that Texas Oncology’s online registration tool will store my name, email, and phone numbersecurely.
Central and South Texas Virtual Nutrition Education Classes
Texas Oncology is proud to announce virtual nutrition education classes are available for our patients being treated in our Central and South regions. Our classes include healthy eating tips, survivorship guidelines, and frequently asked questions. These classes will be led by our registered dietitian, Nicole Hodac, MS, RDN, CSO, LD.
Participation in these groups is completely voluntary and there is no cost for the program, but registration is required. Please register for each class you plan to attend using the form on this page and a dietitian will contact you with more information about your nutrition education class.
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Available Nutrition Classes
Survivorship and Nutrition
Optimizing nutrition after your treatment supports your long-term health and well-being. In this class, we will discuss the established guidelines for cancer survivors and review ways to personalize this advice to your lifestyle. Our dietitians will also help class participants set specific and achievable nutrition goals to keep you on track.
Date: March 8th at 11:00 CST: Nutrition in Survivorship Overview
Time: 11:00 a.m - 12 p.m.
Frequently Asked Nutrition Questions
Making sense of nutrition advice is tough for us all. In this class, we will tackle some of the most common questions we hear from patients, caregivers and survivors. We will provide up-to-date evidence and guidance on sugar, soy foods, dietary supplements and help you find reputable sources for information.
Date:
- April 12th at 11:00 CST: Frequently Asked Questions: Part 1 Soy
- May 10th at 11:00 CST: Frequently Asked Questions: Part 2 Supplements
- June 7th at 11:00 CST: Frequently Asked Questions: Part 3 Sugar
Time: 11:00 a.m - 12 p.m.
Healthy Seasonal Nutrition for Survivorship
Join us for virtual cooking demonstration that will incorporate healthy eating tips and seasonal foods. We can help you plan ways to meet your nutritional goals while sharing in seasonal treats and festivities. Sit back as our Texas Oncology dietitians prepare healthy seasonal recipes.
Date: July 12th at 11:00 CST: Seasonal Cooking Demo
Time: 11:00 a.m - 12 p.m.
The following cities are included in this region:
- Austin
- Bastrop
- Brownsville
- Cedar Park
- Clifton
- Gatesville
- Georgetown
- Groesbeck
- Hamilton
- Harker Heights
- Harlingen
- Hillsboro
- Kyle
- Lakeway
- Marble Falls
- McAllen
- Mexia
- Round Rock
- San Marcos
- Waco
- Welasco