10/23/2019 - Breast Cancer Myths, Separating Fact from Fiction

Media Outlet: KXXV-TV (ABC, Waco)
10/23/2019- As part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Thomas Harris, M.D., of Texas Oncology–Waco was featured on KXXV-TV’s Central Texas Living show to clarify myths and reinforce truths about breast cancer prevention and treatment.

8/25/2019 - Central Texas Cancer Survivor Gives Credit to Doctor Communication

Media Outlet: KWTX-TV (CBS, Waco)
8/25/2019- Carlos Encarnacion, M.D., of Texas Oncology–Horizon Circle, and his patient Sharron Davis share how their strong physician-patient relationship has contributed to her positive outcome. Sharron says open discussions with Dr. Encarnacion helped her feel well-informed and comfortable to confidently make decisions related to her treatment plan.

6/19/2019 - Listen Up, Men! Cancer Can Affect You At Any Age

6/19/2019- Texas Oncology’s Dr. Carl Chakmakjian shares important facts regarding men and cancer, and key considerations at any age.

5/2/2019 - Clinical Trial Helps Advance Breast Cancer Research

Media Outlet: Waco Today Magazine
5/2/2019- Breast cancer patient Cindie Young is now part of a clinical trial overseen by Dr. Carlos Encarnacion with Texas Oncology–Horizon Circle that aims to help her and others in their fight against breast cancer. The FLEX trial gathers data from the genetic standpoint and the clinic standpoint in order to determine the best course of treatment.

4/24/2019 - State-wide event wrapping up in Waco for cancer survivors

Media Outlet: KXXV-TV (ABC, Waco)
4/24/2019- Ahead of the Texas Oncology Foundation Survive and Thrive Symposium in Waco, Dr. Carlos Encarnacion of Texas Oncology–Horizon Circle visited KXXV-TV’s “Central Texas Living” show to discuss the event and cancer survivorship. Dr. Encarnacion explains the importance of not only treating cancer, but also helping patients as they transition to survivors.

4/16/2019 - Texas Oncology to Participate in Humana’s New Value-Based Care Model

4/16/2019- Humana is engaging physician groups, including Texas Oncology, to launch a national, value-based care oncology program to improve the patient experience and outcomes. 

4/5/2019 - Value-Based Care: Improving Outcomes, Reducing Costs for Texas Oncology Patients

4/5/2019- A sharper focus on patient-outcomes is the aim of value-based care programs Texas Oncology has embraced.

3/15/2019 - Waco: Woman survives cancer with help from previous trials

Media Outlet: KWTX-TV (CBS, Waco)
3/15/2019- Dr. Carlos Encarnacion of Texas Oncology–Horizon Circle and his patient Cindie Young discuss the importance of clinical trials and seeking out additional testing. For Cindie, additional testing led to a breast cancer diagnosis and informed her cancer care team of the most effective and least invasive treatment approach.

3/11/2019 - FLEX Clinical Trial at Texas Oncology

Media Outlet: KXXV-TV (ABC, Waco)
3/11/2019- Ongoing progress in cancer care depends on a patient's willingness to try new drugs and treatments. Dr. Carlos Encarnacion of Texas Oncology–Horizon Circle and his patient Cindie Young were featured on KXXV-TV’s “Central Texas Living” show to discuss Cindie’s involvement in the FLEX trial and the impact of local cancer research.

2/1/2019 - Memorable Moments in Medicine

Media Outlet: Wacoan Magazine
2/1/2019- Dr. Carl Chakmakjian of Texas Oncology–Waco discusses his memorable moments in medicine as part of the Wacoan Magazine’s health issue.