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The rise in virtual appointments during COVID-19 has reshaped the way some patients receive cancer care. Here’s what you need to know about preparing for your telemedicine appointment.

The purpose of preventative cancer screenings is to diagnose and treat cancer early. Skipping preventive screenings can adversely affect your long-term health.

Caregivers play a vital role in protecting the health and safety of cancer patients, especially amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Here are extra steps and safety measures to protect patients.

The COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve. Whether you’re a patient, a caregiver, or are close to someone with cancer, you may have questions about COVID-19, also known as coronavirus.

Bridget O’Brien, D.O., FACS, discusses ways breast cancer patients can take care of their physical and mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic.

At Texas Oncology the safety of our patients and staff remains a top priority. As public safety restrictions ease, we will continue following recommended safety protocols in our response to COVID-19.

At Texas Oncology, the safety of our patients, their caregivers, and our staff is our highest priority. Kate Wallace, RN, BSN, OCN, of Texas Oncology–South Austin, Bastrop, and Austin Lakeway, shares a message on the importance of wearing masks and face coverings.

With Governor Abbott’s relaxed restrictions in place, some hospital systems and clinics in Tarrant County said they are starting to reschedule procedures — but in a limited way as they assess the new caveats. According to Jennifer Hecht, D.O., FACOS, Texas Breast Specialists-Southwest Fort Worth, in order to ensure safety during the outbreak, surgeons will need to evaluate each patient’s risk, their cancer, and timing before determining when to move forward with surgery.

Following Governor Abbott’s executive order to loosen surgery restrictions, Allison A. DiPasquale, M.D., of Texas Breast Specialists–Dallas, discussed how the changes give cancer patients access to necessary surgical therapies. According to Dr. DiPasquale, patients are excited at the opportunity to receive surgery sooner than expected, and Texas Oncology is working tirelessly with hospitals to start scheduling surgeries.

In light of Gov. Greg Abbott's move to loosen surgery restrictions during COVID-19, Heather King, M.D., FACS, of Texas Breast Specialists–Austin, appeared on KEYE-TV (CBS, Austin) to discuss the impact of the decision for cancer patients. Dr. King elaborates on the importance of scaling down restrictions gradually to avoid a surge, while highlighting how the decision will benefit patients who were on hold for procedures but feel comfortable proceeding.