In The News
Read the latest Texas Oncology news and stories highlighting Fort Worth practices and patients.
4/2/2020- Texas Oncology announced on April 2, 2020, a major expansion of its telemedicine services to allow patients to schedule virtual visits with more than 400 physicians and 150 advanced practice providers throughout the statewide cancer care practice.
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.
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).
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.
2/4/2020- Physicians from across the Texas Oncology network shared their messages of hope for patients and for the future of cancer care on World Cancer Day, observed annually on February 4.
1/21/2020- Mark Messing, M.D., gynecologic oncologist at Texas Oncology–Bedford, provides insights on cervical cancer prevention and treatment during Cervical Health Awareness Month.
12/13/2019- Get to know Mary Katherine Watters, M.D., who is now seeing patients at Texas Oncology–Keller. Learn about her experience, aspirations, and dream superpower.