Harker Heights In The News
We are pleased to keep you informed on the latest news related to our practice in Harker Heights.
Publication: Austin Medical Times, Corsicana Daily Sun, Houston Medical Times, Palestine Herald-Press
8/1/2022 - Since the pandemic, the emotional value of pets has grown. Whether it be companionship, motivation, or encouragement during challenging times, this special bond, known as the “pet effect,” can improve overall human health, especially for people with cancer. Ashwani Agarwal, M.D., Texas Oncology–Corsicana, Sabarina K. Ramanathan, M.D., Texas Oncology–Sugar Land, Shail Dalal, M.D., Texas Oncology–Palestine Cancer Center and Travis Cox, M.D., Texas Oncology–Harker Heights, Marble Falls, and Round Rock North share how pets offer companionship, motivation to stay physically active, and positive encouragement during challenging times, especially for people with cancer.
Publication: Austin Medical Times, Houston Medical Times
11/1/2021 - The stubborn truth about lung cancer is that it remains the deadliest cancer in Texas and the United States. November, Lung Cancer Awareness Month, is the time to learn more about the risks of lung cancer – even if you don’t smoke – and get the support you need to prioritize your lung health. Travis Cox, M.D., hematologist and medical oncologist at Texas Oncology-Harker Heights and Texas Oncology-Round Rock North, and Sanjay Sethi, M.D., medical oncologist at Texas Oncology-El Campo and Texas Oncology-Sugar Land explain the risk factors of lung cancer, importance of screenings and steps to take to protect your lung health.
9/8/2021 - Texas Oncology–Round Rock North and Harker Heights proudly welcome Travis Cox, M.D., to their teams. Learn what inspired Dr. Cox’s career in cancer care and what he looks forward to in the field.
Publication: Austin Medical Times, Houston Medical Times
10/1/2020 - Because of COVID-19, cancer patient should practice extra caution during flu season this year. Haris Baig, D.O., medical oncologist at Texas Oncology–Cypress Fairfield, and Hareesha Vemuganti, M.D., medical oncologist at Texas Oncology–Harker Heights and Texas Oncology–Round Rock North, share necessary steps for slowing COVID-19 and stopping the flu in its tracks.
Publication: Killeen Daily Herald
6/20/2017 - During Immunotherapy Month, Dr. Courtney Yau, an oncologist with Texas Oncology-Harker Heights, highlights the benefits of immunotherapy in comparison to other forms of treatment, such as chemotherapy. Some forms of immunotherapy treatments are only available through clinical trials, but others are available in the Killeen area - at Texas Oncology-Harker Heights - saving residents a trip to larger cities.