Sugar Land In The News
We are pleased to keep you informed on the latest news related to our practice in Sugar Land.
Publication: Austin Medical Times, Houston Medical Times
9/1/2023 - From Friday night lights and college tailgating to NFL game day, for many Texans the most wonderful time of the year is football season. Like football, when it comes to cancer, a great defense is often the best offense. With an estimated 139,100 new cases of cancer to be diagnosed in Texas in 2023, cancer screenings are one of the most important “calls” that should be in everyone’s prevention playbook. Read why timing matters when it comes to fighting cancer and how early detection through screenings will help you score a victory against cancer.
Publication: Austin Medical Times, Houston Medical Times, Palestine Herald-Press
6/2/2023 - In recognition of National Men's Health Month, Mike Lattanzi, M.D., Texas Oncology–Austin Central, Jorge Darcourt, M.D., MHCM, Texas Oncology–Houston Medical Center, Sugar Land, and Shail Dalal, M.D., Texas Oncology–Palestine Cancer Center, share some less familiar cancers that are becoming more prevalent in men as well as lifestyle changes that can reduce cancer risk.
Publication: KPRC-TV (NBC, Houston)
5/5/2023 - Ashley Griffin, MSW, LMSW, Texas Oncology-Deke Slayton Cancer Center, Houston Medical Center, Houston Memorial City, Houston Willowbrook, Pearland and Sugar Land joins KPRC-TV (NBC, Houston) to discuss how cancer treatment negatively impacts a patient’s mental health and shares the support services and counseling Texas Oncology offers.
3/29/2023 - For patients and their families, coping with the many impacts of cancer is a major challenge. Texas Oncology’s social work team focuses on providing mental health support and practical assistance through counseling, support groups, and resource connection.
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.
10/1/2022 - Stacia S. Pfost, M.D., shares how special moments with former patients throughout her medical education inspired her to become a breast surgeon and a creative talent that not many people know about.
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
7/1/2022 - Sarcoma, referred to as a “forgotten cancer” due to its rarity, accounts for about one percent of all adult cancer diagnoses but is seen more commonly in children and teens. With Sarcoma Awareness Month in July, Lawrence E. Foote, M.D, Texas Oncology–Houston Medical Center and Sugar Land and R. Scott Lawson, M.D., Texas Oncology–New Braunfels and San Marcos share what you should know about the signs and risk factors associated with sarcoma.
Publication: Austin Medical Times, Fort Bend Herald, Houston Medical Times, Palestine Herald-Press
5/1/2022 - While excessive stress is detrimental to everyone, it presents additional challenges for those who are immunocompromised, such as cancer patients. Shail Dalal, M.D., Texas Oncology–Palestine Cancer Center, Jorge Darcourt, M.D., M.H.C.M., Texas Oncology–Houston Medical Center and Sugar Land, Kelsey Espinosa, LMSW, Texas Oncology–Austin Lakeway, Bastrop and South Austin share five tips on how patients can make themselves a top priority and reduce stress while battling cancer.
Publication: Austin Medical Times, Houston Medical Times
4/1/2022 - Leading cancer experts have been sounding the alarm regarding delayed and missed cancer screenings leading to an increase in advanced-stage cancer diagnoses, with worse outcomes than if the cancer had been caught early. For National Cancer Control Month, Mathew Meeneghan, M.D., medical oncologist at Texas Oncology–Bastrop and Texas Oncology–South Austin and Sabarina Ramanathan, M.D., medical oncologist at Texas Oncology–Sugar Land, share how we need to get back on track with recommended cancer screenings. Those who have put off a routine screening, are overdue for an annual exam, or are experiencing concerning symptoms need to schedule an appointment with their healthcare team as soon as possible.