Mays Cancer Center at UT Health San Antonio

03/27/2026

A survivor’s story. A physician’s perspective. One important conversation about colon cancer.

Colon cancer is one of the most preventable cancers when detected early, yet many people remain unaware of their risk.

In this episode of the "Salud Talks" podcast, colon cancer survivor and Bexar County Commissioner Rebeca Clay-Flores of Precinct 1, joins Lei Zheng, MD, executive director of Mays Cancer Center, to discuss survivorship, screening and prevention.

Listen here: https://bit.ly/coloncancerpodcast

03/24/2026

In South Texas, kidney cancer is more common than in many parts of the country, making access to experienced care even more important.

Through advanced surgical techniques and a team-based approach, complex cases are treated with thoughtful care and a focus on each patient’s recovery.

Explore treatment options: https://bit.ly/4su79t3

03/20/2026

In 2005, about 5% of colorectal cancer diagnoses occurred before age 50. Today, that number has doubled.

Roughly 150,000 Americans are diagnosed with colorectal cancer each year, and cases among younger adults continue to rise, especially in people ages 40–49.

According to Alicia Logue, MD, a colorectal surgeon at Mays Cancer Center, the trend is concerning.

Read more from the San Antonio Report:
https://bit.ly/4b5cmlj

03/19/2026

Not all cancers cause obvious symptoms right away. Multiple myeloma, a type of bone marrow cancer, can develop quietly or show up as symptoms that may not seem connected at first, like fatigue, bone pain or increased thirst.

Possible signs include:

• Brittle or broken bones
• Frequent urination
• Severe thirst
• Unexpected weight loss
• Weakness and fatigue

Learn what to watch for and how it’s diagnosed: https://bit.ly/4rL9T4C

03/18/2026

Advanced cameras and robotic tools are helping surgeons perform certain colon cancer procedures with greater precision.

This technology allows doctors to better visualize and remove cancer while supporting patients throughout surgery and recovery.

Watch colorectal surgical oncologist Alicia Logue, MD, explain how it works.

03/17/2026

Did a Mays Cancer Center at UT Health San Antoniophysician make a lasting impact on you or a loved one?
In honor of National Doctors’ Day on March 30, share a message of appreciation and help us recognize the physicians who care for our community.

Send a thank-you note: https://bit.ly/495xG5O

03/13/2026

Mays Cancer Center physicians across 14 cancer specialties were recently recognized as “Top Doctors” by San Antonio Magazine. We’re proud to recognize their dedication to exceptional cancer care.

Sukeshi Patel Arora, MD
Chatchawin Assanasen, MD
Elizabeth Bowhay-Carnes, MD
Matthew James Butler, MD
Carissia Calvo-Strube, MD
Shraddha Dalwadi, MD, MBA
Daniel De Armond, MD
Christopher de Jesus, MD
Adolfo (Enrique) Diaz Duque, MD, MS
Jay Ferrell, MD
Melissa Frei-Jones, MD, MSCI
Brian Fricke, MD
Allison Grimes, MD, MSCI
Virginia Kaklamani, MD, DSc
Anand Karnad, MD
Mio Kitano, MD, MPH, FACS, FSSO
Kate Lathrop, MD
Yasmin Lyons, DO, MS
Alicia Logue, MD
Deanna Maida, MD
Marcela Mazo Canola, MD
Georgia McCann, MD
Frank Miller, MD, FACS
Aaron Sugalski, DO
Christine Burke Taylor, MD
Gail Tomlinson, MD, PhD
Jessica Treviño Jones, MD
Lei Zheng, MD, PhD

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4uo1KWp

03/11/2026

For Colton Jones, MD, the question of cancer prevention has never been abstract. At UT Health San Antonio, he is investigating whether GLP-1 medications, widely used to treat diabetes and support weight loss, may also influence colorectal cancer risk.

His research explores how metabolic health may shape cancer prevention and whether these therapies could play a role in reducing colorectal cancer incidence. Read more:

GLP-1 receptor agonists have revolutionized metabolic healthcare, offering effective treatment for Type 2 diabetes and obesity. As their use has expanded across the country, early studies by UT Health San Antonio researchers are beginning to show the potential anticancer effects of these therapies.

03/06/2026

Colorectal cancer is increasingly being diagnosed in younger adults, making awareness and screening more important than ever.
At Mays Cancer Center, our team wears blue to help shine a light on the importance of prevention, early detection and life-saving screenings for our community. We were proud to be joined by Bexar County Commissioner Rebecca Clay-Flores in support of this important effort.

Learn more about colon cancer care: https://bit.ly/4lkjsGa

03/06/2026

Misinformation can make lymphedema harder to manage after cancer treatment. Mays Cancer Center plastic and reconstructive surgeons Anton Fries, MD, and Oriana Haran, MD, separate fact from fiction, addressing common myths and explaining how patients can recognize symptoms and manage the condition with the right care.

Learn more:
https://bit.ly/4d5t3yb

03/06/2026

In a recent KSAT 12 & KSAT.com interview, Joseph Alderete, MD, orthopaedic surgeon and director of UT Health San Antonio’s Limb Optimization Program, discusses advanced care for patients with complex limb deformities or amputations. The program is the first in Texas to offer osseointegration, enabling direct skeletal attachment to a prosthetic limb and expanded mobility options for eligible patients.

Watch the interview: https://bit.ly/4ujqDT6

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03/05/2026

Some kidney cancer symptoms may be easy to miss.

Blood in the urine and persistent pain in the side or lower back can be warning signs that should be evaluated by a physician. In South Texas, where kidney cancer rates are higher than in many other regions, awareness of these symptoms is especially important.

Learn more about kidney cancer symptoms and treatment options at Mays Cancer Center: https://bit.ly/4su79t3