Visiting the US Capitol or your State Capitol as an organization during sessions is a great way to advocate on behalf of patients and the importance of receiving care close to home in the community setting. The US Oncology Network organizes opportunities for our physicians to advocate at the Hill in DC in addition to organizing “Legislative Days at your State Capitol” with each of our practices within The Network.
May 12, 2023
Virginia Cancer Specialists Host Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton (D-VA)
On Thursday, May 4, Virginia Cancer Specialists (VCS) hosted Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton (D-VA) for a site visit at their Gainsville practice. VCS is celebrating their 50th Anniversary this year and shared their story of advancing cancer care through a personalized, integrative, 360 degree team approach. Led by Dr. Geoffrey Moore, Dr. Samuel Lee, Dr. Jey…
May 3, 2023
Texas Oncology Hosts Congresswoman Beth Van Duyne (R-TX)
On Tuesday, May 2, Texas Oncology hosted Congresswoman Beth Van Duyne (R-TX) for a site visit at their Bedford practice. This cancer center is located in the heart of Bedford, enabling patients to receive high-quality care while staying close to their work, home, family, and vital support network. Led by Practice President Dr. Steven Paulson, along…
May 2, 2023
Affiliated Oncologists Hosts Congressman Sean Casten (D-IL)
On Monday, May 1, Affiliated Oncologists (AO) hosted Congressman Sean Casten (D-IL) at their Chicago Ridge practice to share their 50-year journey as a practice rooted in the community. Led by Executive Director Rhonte Davis along with Practice President Dr. Amar Hamad, Vice President Dr. Ghassan Zalzaleh, Practice Administrator Jennifer Barker, Director of Operations Diane…
April 25, 2023
Blue Ridge Cancer Care Hosts Congressman Ben Cline (R-VA)
On Monday, April 24, Blue Ridge Cancer Care (BRCC) hosted Congressman Ben Cline (R-VA) at their Salem, Virginia practice to showcase the care delivered to the Blue Ridge Mountain region. Dr. Andrew Fintel and Dr. Kimberly Aderhold, led by Practice Director Donna Harber and Practice Administrator Cathy Alcorn and several staff showed Rep. Cline around…
April 24, 2023
Willamette Valley Cancer Institute and Compass Oncology Hold Advocacy Day at the Oregon State Capitol
On April 12th, the US Oncology Network State Government Relations team joined practice leadership from Willamette Valley Cancer Institute (WVCI) and Compass Oncology at the Oregon State Capitol to discuss a number of issues that are affecting both practices in a number of ways. Although the Capitol building is currently undergoing a massive earthquake proofing…
April 10, 2023
Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers Legislative Day at the Colorado State Capitol
On March 2, 2023, Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers physicians, pharmacists, and leadership arrived at the Colorado Capitol to advocate for making patients the focus of public policy. In a series of many meetings with Colorado lawmakers and staff, these advocates urged state legislators to take action on efforts that reduce barriers to patient care. Thank…
Comprehensive Cancer Centers of Nevada Legislative Day at the State Capitol
On March 28, 2023, Comprehensive Cancer Centers of Nevada physicians, pharmacists, and leadership arrived at the Nevada Capitol to advocate for making patients the focus of public policy. In a series of many meetings with Nevada lawmakers and staff, these advocates urged state legislators to take action on efforts that reduce barriers to patient care.…
Texas Oncology Legislative Day at the Texas State Capitol
On March 8, 2023, Texas Oncology physicians, pharmacists, and leadership arrived at the Texas Capitol to advocate for making patients the focus of public policy. In a series of 52 meetings with Texas lawmakers and staff, these advocates urged state legislators to take action on efforts that reduce barriers to patient care. At the top…
February 27, 2023
Congressman Vicente Gonzalez visits Texas Oncology
On February 24, 2023, Congressman Vicente Gonzalez (D-TX) representing Texas’ 34th Congressional District, joined leaders of Texas Oncology for a site visit in the heart of Brownsville. Dr. Balesh Sharma, Dr. Debra Patt and Practice Director, Sonia Moran, led a tour of the clinic and spoke with Congressman Gonzlez about issues impacting community oncology, such…
December 2, 2022
The Network Hosts Senator Bill Cassidy for Breakfast Discussion
The US Oncology Network recently hosted a breakfast discussion with Senator Bill Cassidy, MD (R-LA) in The Woodlands, TX. Senator Cassidy is a gastroenterologist who has served in the Senate since 2014 and sits on the Finance, Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP), and Veterans’ Affairs Committees. The discussion focused on The Network’s experience in…