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In The News
Read the latest Texas Oncology news and stories highlighting San Antonio practices and patients.
6/9/2020- Join this live webinar discussion to explore an interdisciplinary approach to helping children during the COVID-19 pandemic.
5/21/2020- In recognition of Oncology Nursing Month, Lance Ortega, MBA, BSN, RN, OCN, director of nursing services, discusses the critical role of oncology nurses treating patients with cancer.
5/20/2020- Join Texas Oncology and Texas Oncology Foundation for an online panel discussion exploring life after quarantine.
5/20/2020- Texas Oncology thanks the many volunteers, organizations, and patients who donated hand sanitizer, masks, and face coverings to our locations across Texas.
5/19/2020- At Texas Oncology the safety of our patients and staff remains a top priority. As public safety restrictions ease, we will continue following recommended safety protocols in our response to COVID-19.
5/18/2020- At Texas Oncology, the safety of our patients, their caregivers, and our staff is our highest priority. Kate Wallace, RN, BSN, OCN, of Texas Oncology–South Austin, Bastrop, and Austin Lakeway, shares a message on the importance of wearing masks and face coverings.
Media Outlet: KABB-TV (FOX, San Antonio), WOAI-TV (NBC, San Antonio)
4/22/2020- Due to COVID-19, all minor medical procedures and non-emergency dental procedures have been put on hold; however, these procedures are now being resumed in Texas. Michael Keller, M.D., of Texas Oncology Surgical Specialists, shares his expectation for a surge of patients and what that means for surgeons.
Media Outlet: KVDA-TV (Telemundo, San Antonio)
4/22/2020- For many cancer patients, surgery is often an important component of their diagnosis and treatment. Antonio Santillan-Gomez, M.D., MBA, FACOG, gynecologic oncologist at Texas Oncology–San Antonio Medical Center and Stone Oak, explains why Texas Oncology supports measures to resume elective surgeries with proper precautions during the coronavirus pandemic because cancer care can’t wait.
Media Outlet: KSAT-TV (ABC, San Antonio)
4/21/2020- Michael Keller, M.D., of Texas Oncology Surgical Specialists, appeared on KSAT-TV (ABC, San Antonio) to discuss Gov. Greg Abbott’s executive order that loosened the restrictions on surgeries in Texas. According to Dr. Keller, surgery is a major component of treating cancer patients, but many did not previously meet the qualifications to allow for them to undergo treatment amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
4/15/2020- To enhance safety for our patients and our staff, Texas Oncology is asking patients and visitors to wear a mask or face covering in its clinics.