Cedar Park In The News
We are pleased to keep you informed on the latest news related to our practice in Cedar Park.
Publication: KVUE-TV (ABC, Austin)
7/31/2019 - Andrew Shaw, M.D., medical oncologist at Texas Oncology–Cedar Park was featured on KVUE-TV discussing the benefits of creative expression for cancer patients as part of the healing process. In particular, studies have shown that music therapy can help patients address anxiety, reduce fatigue, and even manage pain. Dr. Shaw also notes the importance of emotional well-being, emphasizing Texas Oncology’s focus on treating the whole patient, not just their disease.
2/6/2019 - 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.
Publication: Austin Medical Times, Houston Medical Times
1/9/2019 - Caregivers are the unsung heroes of cancer care. They stand with patients to provide critical emotional and physical support and care that enables cancer patients to complete their treatments. Recognizing the role of caregivers can be overwhelming at times, Drs. Andrew Shaw, Texas Oncology–Cedar Park, and Sanjay Sethi, Texas Oncology–Sugarland, outline a few practical steps to help caregivers find balance.
Publication: KTBC-TV (FOX, Austin)
11/2/2018 - Dr. Lakshmi Bala of Texas Oncology–Cedar Park joined Casting for Recovery’s Lise Lozelle on KTBC-TV’s “Good Day Austin” to discuss the organization’s fly fishing retreats for women with breast cancer. In this interview, Dr. Bala discusses her involvement as a retreat Medical Coordinator as well as the unique benefits that these retreats offer patients.
Publication: Austin American-Statesman
10/21/2018 - After discovering a lump in her breast during her second pregnancy, Christina Duhon waited until after delivery to have the lump removed and examined - only to find out it was cancerous. With a desire to be a part of an innovative treatment, Christina asked her doctors to enroll her in a clinical trial that offered improvement in disease control by adding a novel targeted inhibitor agent to standard treatment.
Publication: KNVA-TV (CW, Austin)
10/18/2018 - Dr. Bridget O’Brien of Texas Breast Specialists–Cedar Park visited KNVA-TV’s “Studio 512” to discuss the emotional decision behind breast reconstruction and the “go flat” movement, including the options available and factors breast cancer patients should consider when making this decision.
Publication: Austin Medical Times
6/1/2018 - New breakthrough treatments are saving lives, while often improving quality of life. Medical advances often follow clinical trials that allow oncologists to discover better ways to treat, diagnose, and prevent cancer. Dr. Lakshmi Balasubramanian, medical oncologist at Texas Oncology–Cedar Park shares seven reasons to consider participating in a clinical trial.
Publication: The Austin-American Statesman
10/15/2017 - Enduring cancer twice requires more than advanced treatment and smart medical teams. It takes a community of support caring, eager to help, and nearby. Just ask Sarah Martinez. Five years after a valiant and successful breast cancer fight, Sarah was charging full steam ahead with her life, working on a doctoral degree in educational leadership. Then, just five weeks after completing the fifth year of follow-up hormone treatment, Sarah discovered a lump in her armpit (axilla). She was diagnosed with Stage IIIC breast cancer in February 2017.
Publication: KTBC-TV, Austin
10/14/2017 - Dr. Bridget O'Brien, a breast surgical oncologist at Texas Oncology-Cedar Park, visited KTBC-TV’s “Good Day Austin” to dispel myths, emphasize prevention methods and discuss screening recommendations related to Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Publication: Austin American-Statesman, Austin
6/18/2017 - Mark McLaughlin visited the emergency room for an unusually sharp headache, where he was diagnosed with glioblastoma mutliforme – an aggressive, baseball-sized tumor in his brain. McLaughlin’s tumor was removed, and he received treatment from neuro-oncologist Dr. Morris D. Groves at the Austin Brain Tumor Center. McLaughlin, a former Wall Street bond trader, has maintained a strict fitness regime following his cancer diagnosis, and he impacts those around him by continuously inspiring hope with a positive attitude.