Wichita Falls In the News
We are pleased to keep you informed on the latest news related to our practice in Wichita Falls.
Publication: Austin-American Statesman
6/25/2023 - Survey data from Texas Oncology indicates that most cancer patients experience symptoms of depression or anxiety, and many feel less attractive or confident. Texas Oncology patient Randi Sparks shares the impact of recurrent breast cancer on her mental health and the support she received from her multidisciplinary team, including Maygen Hansard, LMSW of Texas Oncology–Wichita Falls Cancer Center. Other members of the Texas Oncology team also share their perspectives on cancer and mental health. Aimee Mackey, M.D., FACS of Texas Breast Specialists–San Marcos and South Austin, emphasizes the importance of involving patients in their treatment and connecting them with resources and support. Stephanie Broussard, the director of social work and palliative care at Texas Oncology, shares mental health warning signs to look out for.
Publication: KAUZ-TV (CBS, Wichita Falls)
1/12/2023 - Texas Oncology completed a survey making a connection between the physical and emotional state of cancer patients, reporting 70% of patients said they experienced physical change during and after cancer treatments that negatively effected their mental health. Praveen Reddy, M.D., of Texas Oncology–Wichita Falls Cancer Center, says it’s important for patients to seek support services and inform their medical team about how they’re feeling.
11/7/2022 - For many, cancer care is not just a career, but a calling. In honor of International Day of Medical Physics and Radiology Day, Limin Song, Ph.D., medical physicist, and Anthony Salazar, R.T., (R)(T), chief radiation therapist at Texas Center for Proton Therapy, both share what inspired them to specialize in proton therapy and a glimpse into their day-to-day life caring for cancer patients.
Publication: KAUZ-TV (CBS, Wichita Falls)
7/28/2022 - Texas Oncology unveiled a new art installation at Texas Oncology–Wichita Falls Cancer Center. Local artist and chief radiation therapist for the center, Nell Nations, painted the statue of a large horse named Hope.
Publication: KFDX-TV (NBC, Wichita Falls)
7/28/2022 - There’s a new addition to the beautiful painted fiberglass horses around Wichita Falls at the Texas Oncology Center, and it has a very meaningful message for its patients. A chief radiation therapist at Texas Oncology showcased her art through a painted horse named Hope to represent brightness in tough times for cancer patients.
Publication: KAUZ-TV (CBS, Wichita Falls)
10/6/2021 - In the U.S. in 2021, 281,550 women and 2,650 men are expected to be diagnosed with invasive breast cancer. For Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Praveen Reddy, M.D., medical oncologist and hematologist at Texas Oncology-Bowie and Wichita Falls Cancer Center shares insight into male breast cancer and provides the signs and symptoms of breast cancer that everyone should know.
Publication: KFDX-TV (NBC, Wichita Falls)
9/2/2020 - Following the death of actor Chadwick Boseman, Texoma medical professionals are calling attention to the increasing occurence of colon cancer in young people. According to B. Kent Ulrich, M.D., of Texas Oncology–Wichita Falls Cancer Center, the risk of colon cancer for young Black men is 20 percent higher, and these patients are much more likely to present with advanced disease.
Publication: KFDX-TV (NBC, Wichita Falls)
1/21/2020 - Kent Ulrich, M.D., of Texas Oncology–Wichita Falls Cancer Center was featured on KFDX-TV discussing new data from the American Cancer Society that shows a record decline in cancer deaths across the U.S. Dr. Ulrich highlighted innovations in cancer care in recent years, including the benefit of immunotherapy on cancer treatment outcomes and survival.
Publication: KFDX-TV (NBC, Wichita Falls)
4/5/2019 - The FDA is proposing new mammography standards requiring providers equip patients with more information about breast density, a risk factor for breast cancer that makes screening more difficult. Praveen Reddy, medical oncologist with Texas Oncology–Wichita Falls Cancer Center, discusses the impact this will have on diagnosis.
Publication: KFDX-TV (NBC, Wichita Falls)
3/13/2018 - Eleven-year-old Dominic Watson and Purple Heart recipient Ronnie Reddell met and formed a friendship at Texas Oncology, where they are both currently undergoing radiation therapy.