In The News
Read the latest Texas Oncology news and stories highlighting Dallas practices and patients.
3/23/2020- Texas Oncology, Texas Breast Specialists and Texas Center for Proton Therapy remain open to provide medically necessary, life-sustaining care.
3/20/2020- The public health concerns around COVID-19 (coronavirus) are continuing to evolve. Texas Oncology is taking measures to protect the safety of our patients and our staff.
3/19/2020- Blood banks nationwide are warning of a critical shortage of blood supply, as the cancellation of blood drives across the U.S. continues due to the COVID-19 (coronavirus) outbreak.
3/13/2020- At Texas Oncology the safety of our patients, their caregivers, and our staff is our highest priority. We are following CDC guidelines in our response to COVID-19.
Media Outlet: OBR
3/10/2020- Lalan Wilfong, M.D., executive vice president of Value-Based Care and Quality Programs at Texas Oncology, discusses what oncology practices and cancer centers need to know in order to thrive in the rapidly evolving Alternative Payment Model landscape. According to Dr. Wilfong, cancer centers need to understand how their practices behave, report quality metrics, and provide care, as well as identify deficiencies and areas for improvement.
3/6/2020- Whether you’re a patient, a caregiver, or are close to someone with cancer, you may have questions about coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).
3/6/2020- On International Women’s Day, observed annually on March 8, physicians from across the Texas Oncology network shared how women can take control of their health.
Media Outlet: KTVT-TV (CBS, Dallas)
3/3/2020- As part of a recurring series, “The Ones For Wellness,” CBS 11 spotlighted the story of Dallas-based colorectal cancer patient Danny Robertson. Suddenly fainting in front of colleagues led Danny to his first doctor's appointment in 30 years, during which he underwent his first colonoscopy at age 57, and was diagnosed with stage IV colorectal cancer that had spread to his liver.
Media Outlet: KTXA-TV (CBS, Dallas-Fort worth)
2/16/2020- Ann Bunnell, MS, CGC, who serves as the regional genetics coordinator for Texas Oncology’s DFW West region, is featured in a segment for “Plugged In To DFW,” discussing genetic testing as it relates to cancer. Ann discusses the basics of DNA and genetic testing, in addition its implications on cancer prevention, touching on the difference between at-home genetic testing kits and clinical genetic counseling through a certified provider like Texas Oncology. Ann elaborates on the benefits of clinical genetic counseling and how to approach the discussion and decision to participate in such testing.
Media Outlet: 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.