Waco In The News
We are pleased to keep you informed on the latest news related to our practice in Waco, Texas.
Publication: KXXV-TV (ABC, Waco)
3/22/2024 - Tyler Snedden, M.D., Texas Oncology-Clifton, Horizon Circle, and Waco, shares with viewers the recent increase in colorectal cancer diagnoses in younger people, emphasizing how “cancer is no longer an ‘old person’s disease’” and sharing symptoms patients should look out for. Revendy Rhodes, a patient of Thomas Harris, M.D., Texas Oncology-Groesbeck and Waco, shares his colorectal cancer treatment journey as well as the importance of screenings.
Publication: Central Texas Life with Ann Harder
2/29/2024 - Carl G. Chakmakjian, D.O., FACP, medical oncologist at Texas Oncology–Gatesville, Mexia, and Waco, joined his longtime cervical cancer patient Amy Faulkner on Central Texas Life with Ann Harder to discuss Amy’s treatment journey over the past eight years. Amy, a high school teacher, shares how she balanced school and treatment, how her family was her best support system, and how her cancer treatment even inspired her daughter to become a nurse.
Publication: KWTX-TV (CBS, Waco)
2/7/2024 - Amy Faulkner, 48, an honors and AP teacher at China Spring High School, spoke with KWTX-TV (CBS, Waco) about her cancer treatment journey and how she balanced life as a high school English teacher, never calling in sick a single day. Her oncologist, Carl Chakmakjian, D.O., FACP, Texas Oncology-Gatesville, Mexia, and Waco, shared more about Amy’s treatment and how well she responded, emphasizing how tough she is.
Publication: KCEN-TV (NBC, Waco)
8/30/2023 - Back-to-school season can be hectic, especially for parents and caretakers with cancer. Kelli Volcik, breast cancer patient of Thomas J. Harris, M.D., Texas Oncology–Groesbeck and Waco, shares with KCEN-TV how she managed treatment while still being present. With her family, friends and community surrounding her, Volcik has been able to make it through the hardest times and still take care of her children, especially when it comes to going back to school. Now she wants to help others.
Publication: KXXV-TV (ABC, Waco)
3/14/2023 - Texas Oncology patient Revendy Rhodes advocates for individuals to not ignore the symptoms and not ignore your annual screenings by sharing his story this Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month.
Publication: WACOAN Magazine
2/2/2023 - The recent survey by Texas Oncology, “EveryBody Has a Story,” reveals the hidden impact of a cancer diagnosis and treatment on a patient’s mental health. Texas Oncology’s Stephanie B. Broussard, LCSW-S, APHSW-C, director of social work and palliative care at Texas Oncology, and Carl G. Chakmakjian, D.O., FACP, Texas Oncology–Gatesville, Mexia and Waco, shared with the WACOAN the need for support beyond medical treatment for cancer patients and how others can provide the much needed aid for their loved one going through treatment.
11/17/2022 - About one out of four people diagnosed with pancreatic cancer were first diagnosed with diabetes. With more than 28 million Americans living with diabetes today, it is important that those impacted by this condition are aware of their risk for developing pancreatic cancer. Thomas J. Harris, M.D., discusses the relationship between pancreatic cancer and diabetes, as well as the signs and symptoms.
Publication: KCEN-TV (NBC, Waco)
10/17/2022 - For Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Carl G. Chakmakjian, D.O., FACP, Texas Oncology–Gatesville, Mexia and Waco joins KCEN-TV (NBC, Waco) to discuss the prevalence of breast cancer in males. Dr. Chakmakjian explains how men typically present with more advanced disease than women, which is why awareness of this disease among men is very important, top risk factors for men and more.
Publication: Waco Tribune-Herald
7/16/2022 - The Greater Waco Chamber announced its 2022 Waco Under 40 honorees, naming Dr. Tyler Snedden, Texas Oncology—Waco and Horizon Circle, as one of the honorees. The Waco Under 40 program is geared to identify local leaders under the age of 40, and encourage young people to become leaders. A ceremony recognizing the honorees will take place on November 3.
Publication: Waco Tribune-Herald
5/8/2022 - Mary Goggin, registered nurse and certified oncology nurse at Texas Oncology–Waco, has served cancer patients in Waco since the practice first opened in 1986. Mary was recognized as part of the Waco Tribune-Herald’s Nurses: Heart of Health Care series. In her profile, she shared her experience as a nursing professional and her heart for the Waco community.