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Palliative care: The untapped potential in your lung cancer journey
Palliative care is a holistic approach designed to improve the quality of life for patients and families facing life-threatening illnesses like lung cancer. A dedicated team of doctors, nurses, social workers and other specialists collaborates with a patient’s existing health care providers to offer an extra layer of support and specialized care. Palliative care aims to relieve symptoms, side effects and stress for those living with lung cancer.
Read moreMeet the Mays Cancer Center's newest providers
We're thrilled to introduce four exceptional new doctors to our cancer center team! Their diverse expertise and dedication make them ready to provide top-notch care and innovative treatments. Read to learn more about their impressive backgrounds and how they'll enhance our patient services.
Read moreSWOG Cancer Research Network appoints Chul Soo Ha, MD, to Radiation Oncology Chair
Chul Ha, MD, professor in the Department of Radiation Oncology, has been appointed chair of SWOG’s radiation oncology committee.
Read moreNew Director of Practice Operations for Clinical Nursing
Maria Aileen Wilkinson, MSN, MBA, RN, brings her extensive nursing leadership experience to the Mays Cancer Center as the new director of practice operations for clinical nursing. With a strong academic background, including ongoing doctoral studies and a decade of managerial success, Wilkinson's mission is to enhance patient care and operational efficiency through innovative, evidence-based practices.
Read moreTonya Randolph's caregiving journey
Senior registered nurse Tonya Randolph, RN, knows firsthand the lifesaving impact UT Health San Antonio MD Anderson Cancer Center can make on a loved one with a cancer diagnosis.
Read moreNourish: Ragu pizza
This healthier version of pizza is high in fiber and protein which makes it a great alternative to the beloved traditional dish!
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