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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.

As recent studies show colon and rectal cancer is increasingly found in younger patients and being diagnosed in more advanced stages, Texas Oncology has expanded its care by acquiring Central Texas Colon and Rectal Surgeons. Thiru Lakshman, M.D., Texas Colon & Rectal Specialists–Austin Central, shares more on how the addition of these physicians expands access to care in Central Texas as well as some lifestyle tips for colorectal cancer prevention.

In Part One of the ASCO Education Podcast, Sucharu "Chris" Prakash, medical oncolist at Texas Oncology–Paris and Texas Oncology and president of the Texas Society of Clinical Oncology, examines the realties practicing oncology in rural areas. 
 

Texas Oncology has opened a new 50,000-square-foot cancer center in Amarillo. Steven Paulson, M.D., president and chief executive officer, and Praveen Tumula, M.D., medical oncologist and area medical director at Texas Oncology–Amarillo Cancer Center, share the importance of providing innovative and individualized care to patients in the Texas Panhandle region.

In recognition of National Men's Health Month, Mike Lattanzi, M.D., Texas Oncology–Austin Central, Jorge Darcourt, M.D., MHCM, Texas Oncology–Houston Medical Center, Sugar Land, and Shail Dalal, M.D., Texas Oncology–Palestine Cancer Center, share some less familiar cancers that are becoming more prevalent in men as well as lifestyle changes that can reduce cancer risk.

Texas Oncology delivers leading edge technology and treatment options to treat patients where they live. R. Steven Paulson, M.D., president and chief executive officer at Texas Oncology, shares how innovative cancer treatments improve quality of life, the benefits of participating in clinical trials, and the impact of biomarker testing for patients and providers.

Breast cancer patient Emily Williams shares her extraordinary cancer journey, from being diagnosed while expecting her second child, to giving birth just days after finishing chemotherapy and running the London Marathon shortly after. People Magazine shares how Texas Oncology helped navigate her treatment throughout pregnancy - all the way to her daughter's delivery day. 

The Austin Under 40 Awards honor industry leaders under the age of 40 making a difference in the Central Texas community. Michael Herman, M.D., Texas Oncology–Austin North Radiation Oncology and Round Rock, was chosen as a finalist in the Medicine and Healthcare category.

According to a Texas Oncology survey, 70% of cancer patients have reported feeling symptoms of depression, and 60% felt the symptoms during or after cancer treatment. Rachel Mahabir, a Texas Oncology social worker, joins NPR Houston to discuss the mental toll cancer treatment has on patients shining light on not only the physical symptoms patients experience during cancer treatments, but also the symptoms of depression, anxiety and how it can impact a patients quality of life.

Studies have shown being outside can benefit one's well-being, reducing str­­ess and improving mental health. Kelli E. Ivy, MSN, FNP-BC, OCN, Texas Oncology–Palestine Cancer Center, Shubhada Shrikhande, M.D., Texas Oncology–Austin North, and Sonal Sethi, M.D., Texas Oncology–Deke Slayton Cancer Center and Pearland, share how just few minutes outside each day can improve a cancer patient's mood and what activities are suitable while going through treatment.