Education
- Fellowship in Hematology and Medical Oncology
Lackland AFB, San Antonio, TX
- Medical Doctorate
Uniformed Services University of Health Sciences, Bethesda, MD
Accolades & Memberships
- Air Force Commendation Medal with oak leaf cluster
- American Cancer Society Volunteer of the Year, San Antonio Metro Unit (2003)
- American Society of Hematology
- American Society of Oncology
- Chi Eta Phi Sorority Humanitarian Award, San Antonio Chapter
- KLRN Women’s Health Award (2000)
- San Antonio Women’s Hall of Fame Inductee (2004)
- Texas Monthly “Texas Super Doctor” (2010 – 2020)
Research Interest
Dr. Wilks' research interest is predominantly related to the early phase discovery of drug development in all malignancies, including breast cancer, as well as phase I and phase II clinical trials. Throughout her career, Dr. Wilks has played a key role in studies with the National Surgical Adjuvant Breast and Bowel Project (NSABP), the SWOG Cancer Research Network (formerly the Southwest Oncology Group), and The US Oncology Network clinical trials.
Medical Practice
- Adjunct Assistant Professor, University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, TX (2012 – 2013)
- Director of Research, Cancer Care Centers of South Texas (2007 – 2018)
- Breast Cancer Committee Member, The US Oncology Network (2007 – present)
- Speaker for Genentech BioOncology (2008 – 2016)
- Speaker for Genomic Health (2008 – 2012)
- Speaker for Abraxis (2009 – 2012)
- Speaker for Eisai (2011 – 2013)
- Speaker for Novartis (2012 – 2013)
- Marketing Committee Director, Cancer Care Centers of South Texas (2013 – 2017)
- Member of the Breast Center Program Leadership Committee (2012 – present)
- Education Committee Chairperson, Baptist Breast Center (2013 – 2014)
- Associate Chair for the Breast Cancer Research Committee US Oncology (2016 – present)
Other Information
In her free time, Dr. Wilks enjoys spending time with her children and husband, and loves to travel, exercise, and read.
Why a patient should choose treatment at your practice?
Individuals who present to our local oncology facility will get state-of-the-art application of treatment and support that are mandated/recommended by national guidelines. This type of care is ensured by having established pathways in place that follow federal and governmental guidelines in established measures for cancer care. Individuals who seek care at our facility will get treatment closer to home that is comparable to treatment at centers of excellence including clinical research opportunities, laboratory analysis and genomic molecular testing as well as radiation and imaging services. Patient's enjoy high level of cancer care with the personal touch delivered in their own neighborhood.
What is your personal philosophy around patient care?
My chief philosophy for who those who seek cancer care is for them to receive state-of-the-art treatment with support that is genuine, and heart felt. Certainly, one can apply new applications and discoveries for treatment but I think it goes to a deeper level and is much more impactful if a person receives that high standard of care from someone who really truly cares and has a heartfelt interest in their patients outcome and survival.