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Will UV Rays From Texas Heat Cause More Cases of Skin Cancer? Austin Doctor Discusses

Publication: KXAN-TV (NBC, Austin)
07/22/2022

It doesn’t take long to get a sunburn in Central Texas, and too much sun can lead to skin cancer, according to Dr. Jeff Yorio, Texas Oncology–Austin Central. Dr. Yorio discusses how to lower your risk of skin cancer amid Texas summers with high UV exposure. 

ASCO Highlights Patel for Career With “Many Roles”

Publication: American Journal of Managed Care
07/21/2022
Debra Patt, M.D., Ph.D., MBA, Executive Vice President, Public Policy, Payer Relations, and Strategic Initiatives at Texas Oncology, has been nominated for the 2022 Narratives in Oncology – a special issue introduced by the American Society of Clinical Oncology’s. Each year since 2012, from among ASCO’s approximately 45,000-strong global membership, 10 leaders have been nominated by their peers to be recognized in Narratives.

From Research to Healthcare Delivery, Patt’s Versatility is Cited by ASCO

Publication: American Journal of Managed Care
07/21/2022
Debra Patt, M.D., Ph.D., MBA, Executive Vice President, Public Policy, Payer Relations, and Strategic Initiatives at Texas Oncology, conducted interview after interview during the ASCO annual meeting to explain the significance of the meeting's largest trial, DESTINY-Breast04. The trial will be a game changer for patients with advanced HER2-low breast cancer.

Dr. Debra Patt Discusses the Paradigm Shift of Treating HER2-Low Breast Cancer

Publication: American Journal of Managed Care
07/19/2022
Previously, patients with low expression of HER2 were categorized as HER2-negative, but adding the HER2-low classification creates new opportunities for patients with advanced breast cancer, explained Debra Patt, M.D., Ph.D., MBA, Executive Vice President, Public Policy, Payer Relations, and Strategic Initiatives at Texas Oncology.

Dr. Tyler Snedden Named Waco Under 40 Honoree

Publication: Waco Tribune-Herald
07/16/2022

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.

Alliance Town Center Gets New Texas Oncology Cancer Treatment Facility

Publication: Fort Worth Business Press
07/14/2022
Texas Oncology recently opened a cancer care center in Alliance Town Center that combines oncology, hematology and infusion treatment in one location. The new 22,300-square-foot facility of Texas Oncology–Keller is on the new same site as Texas Breast Specialists–Keller. Steven Paulson, president and chairman of the board of Texas Oncology and Henrik Illum, medical oncologist at Texas Oncology–Keller share with the Fort Worth Business Press the cancer care advancements this center brings to the community, its expectations to care for more than 100 patients per day and more.

Real-World Patient Engagement Highlights Opportunities for Digital Care Integration

Publication: OncLive 
07/07/2022
Digital health solutions have the potential to improve outcomes via remote symptom monitoring, increase patient/physician communication, and improve patient education. According to Debra Patt, M.D., Ph.D., MBA, Executive Vice President, Public Policy, Payer Relations, and Strategic Initiatives at Texas Oncology, enhancements to address digital health disparities are necessary to decrease digital divides and ensure access for all patients. 

Dr. Debra Patt Highlights the High Usage of Digital Health Solutions at Texas Oncology

Publication: American Journal of Managed Care
07/03/2022
Debra Patt, M.D., Ph.D., MBA, Executive Vice President, Public Policy, Payer Relations, and Strategic Initiatives at Texas Oncology, explained how digital healthcare has been a key initiative at Texas Oncology to ensure patients can receive better care at their home.  

What You Should Know About Sarcoma, A ‘Forgotten Cancer’

Publication: Austin Medical Times, Houston Medical Times
07/01/2022
Sarcoma, referred to as a “forgotten cancer” due to its rarity, accounts for about one percent of all adult cancer diagnoses but is seen more commonly in children and teens. With Sarcoma Awareness Month in July, Lawrence E. Foote, M.D, Texas Oncology–Houston Medical Center and Sugar Land and R. Scott Lawson, M.D., Texas Oncology–New Braunfels and San Marcos share what you should know about the signs and risk factors associated with sarcoma.

Regular Wellness Checks are Crucial for Men's Health, Central Texas Doctors Say

Publication: Austin American-Statesman
06/28/2022
"I'm a firm believer in the well-check," says James Condray, 67, patient of Dr. Kyle Keyes, Texas Urology Specialists-Austin Midtown, Round Rock and South Austin, who had a biopsy that revealed an aggressive form of prostate cancer. This National Men's Health Month, patient James Condray and Dr. Keyes share with the Austin American-Statesman that men should get their "head-to-toe" check once a year. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention data show that in 2015, men went to doctors about a third less than women. Dr. Keyes identifies the importance of wellness check-ups, screenings, and what to look for in male cancers, noting men should see a doctor if something doesn't feel right. Timing matters when it comes to how far the cancer has spread and its treatability.