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.
April 9, 2024
Texas Oncology-San Antonio Hosts Congressman Greg Casar (D-TX)
On Wednesday, April 3, Texas Oncology hosted Rep. Congressman Greg Casar (D-TX) for a visit at their Downtown San Antonio practice. Dr. Allyson Harroff, Regional Medical Director, was joined by brenda Elmendorf, Practice Administrator, Natasha Pacilio-Kidder, Nurse Manager, Becky Jorgensen, Director Practice Operations, and Amber Castillo, Regional Nurse Manager. During the visit, Congressman Casar was…
March 4, 2024
Texas Oncology hosts Texas State Senator Brandon Creighton (R-TX)
Texas Oncology recently welcomed Texas State Senator Brandon Creighton (R-TX) for a site visit at The Woodlands location near Houston on February 28th. Accompanied by a team including Dr. Christine Lee, Dr. Paula Ryan, Dr. Kruti Nair, Dr. Andrew Jackson, and Dr. Diana Hook along with Practice Director Ali Holamon, Executive Director Kristy Penza, Regional…
February 13, 2024
Texas Oncology Presents Senator Charles Schwertner with the “Heroes Who Conquer Cancer,” Award
In Georgetown, Texas on February 12th, Texas Oncology hosted an advocacy dinner to honor Senator Charles Schwertner, MD (SD 5) with the “Heroes Who Conquer Cancer” award. He was recognized for his pivotal role in sponsoring HB 1647 (Rep. Harris) during the 88th Legislative Session, which passed and went into effect on September 1, 2023.…
February 2, 2024
Texas Oncology – Mesquite hosts Congressman Lance Gooden (R-TX)
On Thursday, February 1, Texas Oncology hosted Rep. Lance Gooden (R-TX) for a site visit at their Mesquite practice. Dr. Sreeni Chittoor, joined by Drs. Naveed Cheema, Shiela Haffar, David Yin, and Zainab Ilahi as well as Practice Administrator Mary West, Practice Manager David De La Rosa, Executive Director Mary Ann Cagle, led Rep. Gooden…
January 31, 2024
Texas Oncology Presents Representative Cody Harris with the “Heroes Who Conquer Cancer,” Award
In Palestine, Texas on January 30th, Texas Oncology hosted an advocacy dinner honoring Representative Cody Harris, HD 8, with the “Heroes Who Conquer Cancer,” award, for his pivotal role in passing HB 1647. This legislation safeguards patient choice by preventing Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) and insurers from mandating patients being treated in the community setting…
January 25, 2024
Nexus Health – Santa Fe, New Mexico, hosts Advocacy Event
New Mexico- On January 24, 2024, Nexus Health hosted an advocacy dinner that brought together key members of the House and Human Services committee and Senate Health and Public Affairs committee in Santa Fe. The focus of the gathering was a deep dive into the advantages of community care and the unique contributions that Nexus,…
December 9, 2023
The US Oncology Network and New York Oncology Hematology Host Rep. Paul Tonko for Breakfast Discussion in Albany
On December 8, The US Oncology Network and New York Oncology Hematology (NYOH) hosted Congressman Paul Tonko (NY-20) for a breakfast discussion in Albany, New York. The discussion focused on Medicare physician fee schedule cuts, the Radiation Oncology Case Rate Program (ROCR), site neutral payment reform, and the importance of medically integrated dispensing (MID) home…
December 8, 2023
OHC Advocacy Day at the State Capitol
On December 6, 2023, The US Oncology Network Government Relations team joined practice leadership at OHC, Inc. at the Ohio State Capitol to meet with legislators to discuss critical issues impacting patient access to timely care. Participants included Dr. Randy Drosick, Dr. Suzanne Partridge, Dr. Patrick Ward, Dr. Ameet Patel, and Caleb Burdette PharmD, who…
October 25, 2023
A Bright Future for Community Healthcare in New Mexico
Nexus Health, in collaboration with the government relations team for The US Oncology Network, recently met with key lawmakers in Albuquerque, New Mexico with a clear mission: to emphasize the importance of community care and the accessible, cost-effective healthcare options offered at Nexus’s new multi-specialty clinic. Nexus Health’s services span a variety of specialties, including…
August 4, 2023
Texas Oncology Hosts Congressman Keith Self (R-TX)
On Monday, July 24 Texas Oncology hosted Congressman Keith Self (R-TX) for a site visit at their McKinney location outside of Dallas, Texas. Led by Dr. Anand Shivnani and director of practice operation Melissa Rich, Representative Self was able to learn about the suite of services offered in the McKinney area. Congressman Self was able…