Cedar Park In The News
We are pleased to keep you informed on the latest news related to our practice in Cedar Park.
Publication: Austin Medical Times, Houston Medical Times, Palestine Herald-Press
1/1/2023 - For cancer patients, attitudes about New Year's resolutions may be different than in years past as cancer can be a catalyst for rethinking priorities and what really matters. Haotong Wang, M.D., Texas Oncology–Cedar Park and Marble Falls and Sanjay Sethi, M.D., Texas Oncology–Sugar Land detail how to be realistic with resolutions, such as implementing a new hobby or focusing on one’s mental health.
12/12/2022 - Ashleigh Porter, M.D., shares how the practice of oncology runs in her family along with her hidden talent of playing ice hockey, which earned her a state champion title.
Publication: Austin Medical Times, Houston Medical Times, Palesine Herald-Press
12/1/2022 - Tidings of comfort and joy can take on a different meaning during the holidays as a cancer patient. With so much focus needed to manage your diagnosis and the effects of cancer and treatment, it may be hard or even impossible to maintain some of your family’s beloved holiday traditions. Shail Dalal, M.D., Texas Oncology–Palestine Cancer Center, Srinath Sundararajan, M.D., FACP, Texas Oncology–Katy, Bellville and Sealy, and Bridget O’Brien, D.O., FACS, FSSO, Texas Breast Specialists–Cedar Park and Georgetown share how to talk about the holidays with your children and tips for parenting with cancer this holiday season.
Publication: Austin Medical Times, Corsicana Daily Sun, Houston Medical Times, Palestine Herald-Press
11/1/2022 - The holiday season is quickly approaching and food is often at the center of celebrations. While many look forward to tables covered in extravagant main courses, sweet desserts, and festive drinks, these gatherings can be challenging for those who are fighting cancer. Seyed Mohammad Abedi, M.D., Ph.D, Texas Oncology–Cedar Park and Marble Falls, Shail Dalal, M.D., Texas Oncology–Palestine, Ashwani K. Agarwal, M.D., Texas Oncology–Corsicana and Vipal Pratin Durkal, M.D., Texas Oncology–Houston Medical Center share more about the importance of healthy eating when fighting cancer and how to maintain balanced nutrition during the holidays.
Publication: Austin Medical Times, Corsicana Daily Sun, Houston Medical Times, Palestine Herald-Press
10/1/2022 - When a woman is diagnosed with breast cancer, a million thoughts run through her head. What type of breast cancer do I have? How quickly is it growing? Has the cancer spread? Will I lose one or both of my breasts? All of this can have a profound impact on the treatment decisions a woman makes – especially in cases where breast surgery may play a pivotal role in their overall treatment plan. Bridget O’Brien, D.O., FACS, FSSO, Texas Breast Specialists–Cedar Park and Georgetown, Ashwani Agarwal, M.D., Texas Oncology–Corsicana, Liza O.Thalheimer, M.D., FACS, Texas Breast Specialists–Houston Willowbrook, North Cypress and Tomball and Shail Dalal, M.D., Texas Oncology–Palestine Cancer Center share more about how surgery is one of the primary treatments for breast cancer and how it’s used after a breast cancer diagnosis.
9/1/2022 - Haotong Wang, M.D., recalls personal moments throughout her childhood that inspired her to specialize in cancer care and what she would have been if she had not become a physician.
8/1/2022 - Seyed Mohammad Abedi, M.D, Ph.D., shares how the resilience of his patients has inspired him and a few historical events he would go back in time to witness.
Publication: Austin American-Statesman
7/24/2022 - When you receive a cancer diagnosis, “grateful” typically isn’t the first word that comes to mind, but for Ken Laney, 66, the sentiment has been an integral theme throughout his melanoma journey. Under the care of Dr. Christopher Oxner, Texas Oncology Surgical Specialists—Austin Central, Cedar Park, and South Austin, Ken received three surgeries to remove the skin cancer from his ankle. More than one year after his cancer diagnosis and treatment, Ken remains cancer free and continues to express his gratitude for his health, his family, and the cancer care he received at Texas Oncology. “I’m grateful for the care I received. I’m grateful to have ended up with a good outcome. I am grateful for all that I have,” he said.
Publication: Austin American-Statesman
6/26/2022 - In March 2016, Mark Balderas, 58, bought himself the ultimate toy — a brand new Harley Davidson motorcycle that he named ‘Priscilla’. The very next day, he was diagnosed with stage IV kidney cancer. ‘Priscilla’ sat in the garage for five years, unridden. Throughout his cancer journey, Mark turned to his family, faith, local community, and Texas Oncology team led by Dr. Hareesha Vemuganti, Texas Oncology—Round Rock North and Cedar Park to overcome the most difficult of odds. As part of his treatment plan, Dr. Vemuganti introduced immunotherapy, which uses the body’s own defense mechanisms and immune system to attack cancer cells. Mark had “an extremely successful response” to the immunotherapy treatment and remains closely monitored by his care team. Today, his scans are clear, and he finally took ‘Priscilla’ out of the garage for a ride.
Publication: Austin American-Statesman, Austin360
3/28/2022 - Texas Oncology physicians are stressing the importance of getting your annual colonoscopy, starting at the age of 45. Nationwide, younger people are being diagnosed with colorectal cancer, which is expected to be the fourth most common new cancer diagnosis this year and the second-leading cause of cancer deaths this year, behind lung cancer, according to the American Cancer Society. Christopher R. Oxner, M.D., FACS, USN, surgical specialist at Texas Oncology Surgical Specialists–Austin Central, Cedar Park and South Austin shares with the Austin American-Stateman symptoms to watch out for and the importance of annual screenings. Along with Dr. Oxner, Texas Oncology patients Emily Robinson, stage III colon cancer survivor, and Bobby Alcantar, stage IV colon cancer survivor, share their colon cancer journey and strong advocacy for colonoscopies in saving their lives.