Helpful Videos

Texas Oncology-Fort Worth 12th Ave.'s Dr. Stephen Richey discusses how to reduce the risk of head and neck cancers and  treatment options for the disease.

Dr. Chi Pham of Texas Oncology-Fort Worth 12th Ave. discusses colon cancer's risk factors, symptoms, screenings, and treatment.

Dr. Punit Chadha of Texas Oncology-South Austin discusses colon cancer, the importance of knowing your family history,  and the benefits of colonoscopies.

Dr. Catherine Wu of Texas Oncology-South Austin talks about radiation and its role in treating cancer.

Texas Oncology-Hays County and Texas Oncology South Austin's Dr. James Uyeki talks about clinical trials and their role in cancer treatment and prevention breakthroughs.

Dr. Laurence Tokaz of Texas Oncology-South Austin discusses leukemia and the key to early diagnosis and treatment.

Dr. Mika Cline of Texas Oncology-Austin Midtown and Texas Oncology-Marble Falls discusses the causes, symptoms, and treatment options of pancreatic cancer.

Texas Oncology-Round Rock's Dr. Karen Cohen discusses developments in internal radiation therapy.

Texas Oncology-Round Rock Seton Williamson's Dr. Courtney Sheinbein discusses Brain Lab and the latest in radiotherapy imaging.

Dr. Tim Dziuk of Texas Oncology-San Antonio Downtown and Texas Oncology-San Antonio Northeast discusses radiation therapy's role in the fight against cancer.

Texas Oncology-Round Rock's Dr. Beth Hellerstedt discusses clinical trials and how cancer patients can get involved.

Dr. Lakshmi Balasubramanian of Texas Oncology-Cedar Park discusses women's health including the importance of screening  for early detection and to protect against cancer.

Dr. Debra Patt of Texas Oncology-Austin Central explains  evidence-based medicine and its importance in cancer treatment.

Dr. Kathleen Shide of Texas Oncology-Fort Worth 8th Ave. discusses breast cancer, treatments offered, and the important role family plays through a patient's cancer journey.

Dr. Lynne Knowles of Texas Oncology-Austin Central and South Austin shares important information about cervical cancer.

Texas Oncology-Austin Central's Dr. Michael Kasper discusses the deadliest cancer in Texas, lung cancer.

Texas Oncology-Austin Central's Dr. John Sandbach discusses the link between cancer and genetics and the benefits of a genetic risk evaluation and testing.

Texas Oncology-Austin North's Dr. Paul Loar discusses the facts, symptoms, and treatment options for ovarian cancer.

Texas Oncology-Austin Midtown Radiation Oncology's Dr. Srivani Thatikonda shares important information about breast cancer.

Dr. Richard Helmer of Texas Oncology-Austin Midtown discusses the facts, symptoms, and prevention methods of prostate cancer.

Dr. Timothy Dziuk, a radiation oncologist at Texas Oncology, gives an overview of cancer and the role radiation therapy plays in fighting it.

Hear from real Texas Oncology patients about how they fight cancer.

Dr. Asad Dean of Texas Oncology-Fort Worth 12th Ave. discusses prostate cancer and the importance of screenings.

For those affected by cancer, a close circle of supporters can play a critical role in their fight. These champions of hope provide emotional, physical, and mental support before, during, and after treatment to help cancer patients by alleviating stress, putting a smile on their face, or helping them with their medications. To those who inspire our patients to be strong in their fight against cancer, we thank you for giving hope.

Watch our physicians and patients talk about the latest clinical trials and research at Texas Oncology in Austin.

Advancement of cancer therapies is possible because of the patients who participate in clinical trials guided by physicians and nurses throughout their journey. US Oncology Research created a video to convey the importance of clinical trial participation told through one patient’s experience.

Texas Oncology understands that survivorship is so much more than just fighting the disease of cancer. Survivorship means addressing the physical, emotional, financial and spiritual issues related to wellness both during and after cancer treatment. Our physicians will be supporting you during every step of your journey.

More than 300 survivors, caregivers and volunteers attended the 2018 Austin Survive and Thrive Symposium on Saturday, March 3. Stephanie Howard with Triumphant Warrior shared her personal journey of perseverance and local and national experts presented on topics including late and long-term effects of cancer, the fear of recurrence, complementary medicine, and intimacy and cancer. 

Chimeric Antigen Receptor – T cell (CAR-T) therapy is one of the most exciting, promising treatment breakthroughs in recent years. Texas Oncology is one of the very few authorized centers in the country to initially provide CAR-T therapy.

Dr. Roberto Rodriguez-Ruesga of Texas Oncology Surgical Specialists–Baylor Charles A. Sammons Cancer Center on the rise in colon cancer among younger adults.

With 220 sites of service and around 490 physicians, Texas Oncology treats about half the second largest state’s cancer patients in the communities where they live and work. Debra Patt, M.D., Ph.D., M.B.A., medical oncologist and executive vice president, Public Policy and Strategic Initiatives, partnered with Community Oncology Alliance (COA) to elevate the importance of treating cancer in minimally invasive ways with coordinated care teams that include social and financial support services to empower patients to continue surviving and thriving in their own communities.

Some “taboo” topics are meant to be busted, and female gastrointestinal health is one of them. In this virtual discussion, our Amarillo colon and rectal surgeon, Rachel A. Weinheimer, M.D., tackles sensitive women’s health topics focused on colon and gut health, including anal fissures, colonoscopies, fecal incontinence, hemorrhoids and rectal prolapse.

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month, fellowship trained breast surgical oncologists Dr. Heather King and Dr. Julie Sprunt discussed oncoplasty options for breast cancer patients.

A colonoscopy is an essential tool for assuring good colon health. A colonoscopy is a way to see the entire large intestine and check for any abnormalities or disease. The procedure is also a critical in detecting cancer and other disorders of the colon.

Dr. Srivani Thatikonda shares her wish for the future of breast cancer detection and treatment.

Texas Breast Specialists, Heather King, M.D., FACS and Meghan Hansen, M.D, discuss the benefits of the Resensation procedure for breast cancer patients.