Building relationships with your elected representatives is critical for advocating on behalf of community oncology. Arranging a visit to a Network practice is an effective way of introducing policymakers to the day-to-day operations of a community-based cancer center. Meeting with your state and federal representatives is a great opportunity to advocate for access to care close to home in the community setting. The US Oncology Network facilitates site visits as well as opportunities for our physicians to advocate on Capitol Hill and “Legislative Days at your State Capitol” with each of our practices within The Network. With your help, officials and their staff can see how the policy decisions they make have a direct impact on the care their constituents receive at home.
March 17, 2025
Texas Oncology hosts Advocacy Day at the Texas State Capitol
Austin, Texas – February 19th: Texas Oncology, a pioneer in community-based cancer care, rallied at the Texas State Capitol for Advocacy Day. Ninety physician leaders and advocates met with over 50 legislators to emphasize the importance of accessible, high-quality, affordable cancer care close to home. This event underscored Texas Oncology’s commitment to patient care that…
February 12, 2025
Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers 2025 Advocacy Day at the Colorado State Capitol
On February 6th, physicians and staff from Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers visited the Colorado State Capitol to educate lawmakers about critical healthcare issues affecting the state. Throughout the day, the RMCC team met with over 30 members of the House of Representatives, the Senate, and Governor Polis’ staff. The discussions included introducing RMCC to new…
December 6, 2024
Nexus Health Hosts New Mexico Governor, Michelle Lujan Grisham
November 25, 2024- The physicians at Nexus Health welcomed New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham to their new multispecialty clinic in Santa Fe, which opened earlier this year. During her visit, the Nexus team emphasized the critical need to support local physician practices and clinics like Nexus, which are integral to the state’s healthcare infrastructure.…
November 1, 2024
Texas Oncology and The US Oncology Network Meet with Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher in Houston
October 28, 2024, Houston, Texas – Leaders from Texas Oncology and The US Oncology Network had a impactful meeting with Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher in Houston. Dr. Susan Escudier, Vice President of Value-Based Care and Quality Programs for Texas Oncology; Ben Jones, Vice President of Government Relations for The US Oncology Network; and Angela Storseth, Senior…
Texas Oncology Leaders Meet with Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick in Austin
October 24, 2024, Austin, Texas – Texas Oncology’s leadership team was honored to meet with Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick in Austin to discuss the pivotal role of community oncology in Texas. Representing Texas Oncology were Dr. Steve Paulson, President and Chairman; Dr. Debra Patt, Executive Vice President of Policy and Strategy; and Angela Storseth, Senior…
Texas Oncology Meets with Texas State Representative Dustin Burrows in Lubbock
October 23, 2024, Lubbock, Texas – Texas Oncology had the pleasure of meeting with Texas State Representative Dustin Burrows in Lubbock. This meeting provided a valuable opportunity to discuss the importance of community oncology and the ongoing efforts to provide accessible, high-quality cancer care in the region. As the chair of the House Calendars Committee,…
Texas Oncology Hosts Senator Kevin Sparks for Site Visit at Texas Oncology-Midland
October 22, 2024, Midland, Texas – Texas Oncology was honored to host Senator Kevin Sparks for an insightful site visit at Texas Oncology-Midland. The visit provided an opportunity for the physicians and practice administrators to share the invaluable role of community oncology in Senator Sparks’ district. During the visit to Texas Oncology-Midland, Senator Sparks engaged…
September 26, 2024
Oncology Hematology Care (OHC) hosts Ohio Representative Tim Barhorst
On September 26, Oncology and Hematology Care (OHC) welcomed 85th State District Representative Tim Barhorst and 28th State District Representative Candidate Jenn Giroux for a tour of their Eastgate Medical Center. Dr. Randy Drosick led Rep. Barhorst and candidate Jenn Giroux on a tour of the practice, discussing the value of community oncology in offering…
September 19, 2024
Nexus Health holds Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for its New, 95,000 Square-Foot Facility, Santa Fe, New Mexico
On September 19, Nexus Health held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its new, 95,000 square-foot facility. The event featured speeches from Santa Fe Mayor Alan Webber, and Dr. Scott Herbert, oncologist at Nexus Health, as well as a keynote address from Lieutenant Governor Howie Morales. Additionally, the event was attended by six local state elected officials,…
September 17, 2024
Blue Ridge Cancer Care (BRCC) hosts Virginia Senator Mark Obenshain
Blue Ridge Cancer Centers (BRCC) recently hosted Virginia Sen. Mark Obenshain for a tour of their Blacksburg facility. Dr. Joseph Mock and the BRCC team led State Senator Obenshain on a tour of the practice discussing the value of community oncology to patients in Virginia. Senator Obenshain was elected to the Senate of Virginia in…