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National Mentoring Month: Physician Perspectives and Career Advice

Mentorship in the healthcare field can foster employee growth and encourage multidisciplinary collaboration. January is National Mentoring Month, so we looked back at some of the best advice and memorable mentorship moments that physicians at Texas Oncology have shared over the past few years.
Article January 26, 2022
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Staying Resilient Through Omicron

Texas Oncology is taking steps to ensure the safety of its patients and staff as the COVID-19 pandemic continues.
Article January 13, 2022
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Taking Care of Your Mental Health During Cancer and COVID-19

Fighting cancer affects every part of your life, including your emotional well-being. Now, add living with the COVID-19 pandemic, and these challenges become compounded and potentially overwhelming. Consider a few suggestions to help you care for your mental health.
Article January 11, 2022
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What Our Cancer Patients Should Know About COVID-19 Vaccines

Texas Oncology agrees with leading infectious disease experts that all people should be vaccinated against COVID-19, including cancer patients. The COVID-19 vaccine and booster shot reduces individual risk and slows the spread of the virus.
Article January 07, 2022
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Get to Know Our Newest Radiation Oncologist: Dr. Mirna Abboud

Texas Oncology–Deke Slayton Cancer Center recently welcomed Mirna Abboud, M.D. Dr. Abboud discusses her vision for the future of cancer treatment and radiation oncology.
Q&A December 30, 2021
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Texas Oncology–Baylor Charles A. Sammons Cancer Center Gynecologic Oncology Welcomes Dr. Sawyer

Gynecologic oncologist Brandon Sawyer, M.D., recently joined Texas Oncology–Baylor Charles A. Sammons Cancer Center Gynecologic Oncology. Dr. Sawyer shares his approach to patient care and passion for treating women’s cancers.
Q&A December 23, 2021
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Season of Hope

The holidays offer all of us time to come together with friends and family, along with the opportunity to reflect on the year that’s gone by – and what a year it’s been. The roller coaster ride of the continuing COVID-19 pandemic remains a daunting, wearying challenge. And all the more so for our patients and their loved ones who also must contend with a cancer diagnosis.
Article December 20, 2021
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Shining a Spotlight on Sickle Cell Disease

Joel Weinthal, M.D., pediatric oncologist and hematologist at Texas Oncology–Medical City Dallas Pediatric Hematology– Oncology and Texas Oncology–Odessa West Texas Cancer Center shares insight on treatments prevent complications and, potentially, offer a cure for sickle cell disease.
Q&A December 20, 2021
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Your Friend with Cancer: Sharing Nourishing Food

What’s the best way to share a meal or deliver food to your friend with cancer? In our final article dedicated to supporting your friend with cancer, Karen Smith, manager of dietary services, highlights important considerations for sharing nourishing, nutritious food with your friend.
Q&A December 17, 2021
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Meet Dr. Brandon Roane, Our Newest Gynecologic Oncologist

Texas Oncology–Methodist Charlton Cancer Center and Methodist Dallas Cancer Center Gynecologic Oncology warmly welcome Brandon Roane, M.D. Read more about Dr. Roane’s patient-first approach to cancer care.
Q&A December 10, 2021