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Texas Oncology has given treatment and hope to more people throughout Texas than any other cancer care provider. As a part of The US Oncology Network, we deliver high-quality, evidence-based care to patients close to home. Fort Worth Cancer Center allows you to be close to care, close to home. Texas Oncology-Fort Worth Cancer Center 500 South Henderson Street Fort Worth, TX 76104 T: 817-413-1500 F: 817-413-1499. Our Medical Team. Our physicians and other healthcare team members will be by your side for every step of your cancer treatment. They have years of.
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How much does it cost to visit an oncologist?
The cost of visiting an oncologist will depend on the type of cancer care required and the length of the treatment plan.A lot will depend on your health insurance co-pay; some plans allow you to pay as little as $20 for doctor visits to a specialist. You may also incur expenses, such as blood and urine tests.
An oncology nurse specializes in the care and treatment of patients with cancer. These medical professionals provide a vital role in cancer care. Their duties may include reviewing your medical history, monitoring your physical and emotional status, and administering cancer treatments. An oncology nurse can also communicate with your physician on your behalf.
During an consultation, the oncologist will inquire about your medical history. You can prepare for this by writing down key items in your medical history beforehand. If you have relevant X-rays, MRIs, and CT scans, it's recommended that you bring these to your oncology consultation. Your oncologist will discuss your diagnosis during your consultation, along with the side effects of recommended treatment approaches.
A pediatric oncologist is a doctor specializing in the treatment and care of children and teens who suffer from cancer. Pediatric oncologists can examine patients and evaluate symptoms, and they may provide diagnoses and prognoses. These doctors help patients obtain the best drugs, therapies, and treatments to help combat their cancer.
What type of special training do oncologists receive?
Oncologists receive special training that starts with a bachelor's degree followed by four years of medical school. After graduating from medical school, oncology candidates are expected to complete two to five years of residency training in a hospital or clinic. Then they obtaining a state license to practice oncology.
An oncologist is a physician specializing in the treatment of tumors and cancer. Oncologists can explain a diagnosis to a patient and help the patient understand all relevant treatment options. Oncologists can also help a patient manage the pain that occurs as a result of cancer, and provide solutions that help mitigate side effects associated with treatment.
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Contact Us For InformationTexas Oncology is a network of 300+ physicians and oncology specialists who provide advanced treatment options (technology, clinical trials, and research) to cancer patients in underserved rural and urban communities throughout Texas, with one office in New Mexico and one in Oklahoma. More than 68,000 patients are treated within the Texas Oncology network annually.[1]
Texas Oncology doctors treat cancer, blood disorders, and related chronic diseases and specialize in medical oncology, hematology, gynecologic oncology, pediatric hematology/oncology, radiation oncology, breast, and urology care.
History[edit]
Founded in 1986 by several oncologists at Baylor University Medical Center at Dallas, the organization has grown to include a network of over 300 physicians at more than 100 offices in Texas, New Mexico, and Oklahoma.[2]
Texas Oncology focuses on a community-based approach, intending to give cancer patients in underserved rural or urban areas access to care and treatment in their local communities that is generally associated with major academic or medical centers.[1] More than 80 percent of all cancer treatment is delivered in an outpatient setting.[3]
Research[edit]
In association with US Oncology,[4] physicians at Texas Oncology conduct ongoing research and regularly participate in clinical trials[5] for most types of cancers, including lung, colon, and breast.[6]
Texas Oncology specialists have shared research at events including the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting[7] and San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium (SABCS)[8] among others.
Locations[edit]
Texas Oncology currently has more than 100 offices in Texas, southern New Mexico, and southeastern Oklahoma and serves both rural and urban areas.[citation needed] In Texas, there are Texas Oncology practices in primary metropolitan areas including Austin, Dallas/Fort Worth, and Houston as well as rural areas such as West Texas and the Texas Panhandle. The New Mexico practice is based in Las Cruces, and the Oklahoma location serves the Durant area.
Sources[edit]
- ^ abZaragoza, Sandra. 'More Central Texans Means Growth for Oncology Providers', Austin Business Journal, Austin, 8 November 2009. Retrieved on 2010-12-20.
- ^' Texas Oncology Website, Mission, Vision, and History' Retrieved on 2010-12-20.
- ^Wollam, Alison. 'Collaboration Creates Cancer Center', Houston Business Journal, Houston, 8 August 2010. Retrieved on 2010-12-20.
- ^'US Oncology Website, About Us'Archived 2011-01-05 at the Wayback Machine Retrieved on 2010-12-20.
- ^Terri Gruca. 'Cancer trials help improve patients’ quality of life'Archived 2011-07-17 at the Wayback Machine, Texas Cable News Network, 24 April 2009. Retrieved on 2010-12-20.
- ^'US Oncology Website, Find a Clinical Trial'Archived 2011-07-17 at the Wayback Machine Retrieved on 2010-12-20.
- ^'2010 ASCO Annual Meeting Program'. Archived from the original on 27 June 2013. Retrieved 2011-03-02.CS1 maint: BOT: original-url status unknown (link)
- ^'2010 San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium Program Schedule'. Archived from the original on 20 March 2012. Retrieved 2011-03-02.CS1 maint: BOT: original-url status unknown (link)
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