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.

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…

August 27, 2024
Comprehensive Cancer Centers of Nevada hosts Assemblywoman Tracy Brown-May, Assemblyman Duy Nguyen, Assemblywoman Heidi Kasama, and state assembly candidates Tonya Flanagan and Jovan Jackson
In late August, Nevada Assemblywoman Tracy Brown-May and Assemblyman Duy Nguyen visited the Comprehensive Cancer Centers of Nevada (CCCN) to enhance their understanding of community cancer care. Their tour of CCCN’s advanced facility allowed them to witness the latest cancer treatments and the center’s compassionate approach to patient care. The visit emphasized the critical role…

August 1, 2024
Texas Oncology – Odessa Hosts Congressman August Pfluger (R-TX)
On July 31, Texas Oncology hosted Congressman August Pfluger (R-TX) for a site visit at the Odessa West Texas Cancer Center. Dr. Kaczor, Dr. Khandelwal, Dr. Borra, and Tammi Mermis led Congressman Pfluger on a tour of the practice, which included the pharmacy, infusion suite, and new construction being done of the radiation vault. Throughout…

July 22, 2024
Compass Oncology – Tigard hosts State Representative and House Majority Leader, Ben Bowman (D-OR)
State Representative and House Majority Leader Ben Bowman recently paid an insightful visit to Compass Oncology in Tigard, Oregon gaining a deeper understanding of the critical role independent community oncology practices play in healthcare. The tour was led by Dr. Scott Rushing and Dr. John Schuler, who provided an in-depth look at various facilities and…

July 13, 2024
Nexus Health – Santa Fe, New Mexico, Celebrates Grand Opening
Nexus Health recently celebrated the grand opening of its new South Side facility in Santa Fe, marking a significant milestone in the local healthcare landscape. The event was well-attended, with a substantial showing from the community, including many patients who were eager to explore the new space and meet the staff. The celebration was further…

July 2, 2024
Missouri Cancer Associates – Columbia hosts Congressman Mark Alford (R-MO)
On July 1, Missouri Cancer Associates hosted Congressman Mark Alford for a site visit at their Columbia practice. Dr. Andrew Iliff, Dr. Mark Cope, Kelsey Weakley, and Rhonda Henstorf led Congressman Alford on a tour of the practice, including the pharmacy, infusion suite, wig room, and new radiation vault. During the tour, discussion centered around…

Texas Oncology – Waco Hosts HHS Delegation for Site Visit and Discussion
On June 24, Texas Oncology hosted a delegation from the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), the CMS Innovation Center (CMMI), and the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) for a site visit at their Waco practice. Dr. Carlos Encarnacion and Practice Director Charla Herndon led…

June 19, 2024
The US Oncology Network and Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers Host Rep. Diana DeGette for Dinner Discussion in Denver
On Tuesday, June 18, The US Oncology Network and Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers (RMCC) hosted Rep. Diana DeGette (D-CO) for a dinner discussion in downtown Denver. The discussion focused on care provided in Denver, research and clinical trials at RMCC, and the importance of medically integrated dispensing to the continuity of care. Congresswoman DeGette is…

June 18, 2024
Texas Oncology – Tyler Hosts Congressman Nathaniel Moran (R-TX)
On June 17, Texas Oncology – Tyler hosted Congressman Nathaniel Moran (TX-01) for a tour of their Northeast Texas Cancer & Research Institute in Tyler, Texas. In attendance were Dr. Mark Saunders, Dr. Thomas Gregory, Dr. Donald Richards, Dr. Jordan Toulouse Buess, Doug Barnard, Neal Dave, PharmD, and Travis Walters. Texas Oncology – Tyler leads…