Mays Cancer Center at UT Health San Antonio

Mays Cancer Center at UT Health San Antonio UT Health San Antonio's Mays Cancer Center is the only National Cancer Institute-designated Cancer Center in San Antonio and South Texas.
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The UT Health San Antonio's Mays Cancer Center is the only NCI-designated Cancer Center in South Texas, and one of 73 cancer centers in the nation to receive this prestigious designation. The Mays Cancer Center was founded in 1974 and has been an NCI-designated Cancer Center since 1991. In 2017, the Mays Cancer Center became one of a select number of programs in the nation partnering with MD Ander

son Cancer Center. Through our partnership, we utilize MD Anderson's treatment protocols and we're able to coordinate care with their cancer experts as needed and for second opinions.

This National Nurses Week, we honor the nurses whose expertise, compassion and dedication make lives better every day.Ac...
05/06/2026

This National Nurses Week, we honor the nurses whose expertise, compassion and dedication make lives better every day.

Across UT Health San Antonio, nurses are caregivers, educators, advocates and innovators, advancing patient care, supporting families and shaping the future of health.

Take a moment to honor a nurse who made a difference by sharing a note of thanks or making a gift in their honor. Your message goes directly to them. https://bit.ly/4exRVQc

Parathyroid tumors are usually not cancerous, but they can raise calcium levels in the body and affect the heart, brain,...
05/06/2026

Parathyroid tumors are usually not cancerous, but they can raise calcium levels in the body and affect the heart, brain, bones and kidneys. Symptoms can be subtle or easy to overlook, so the condition may go unrecognized.

At Mays Cancer Center, our team diagnoses and treats parathyroid tumors using an individualized approach. For many patients, treatment may include a focused parathyroidectomy, a minimally invasive outpatient procedure.

Learn more about symptoms, risks and treatment options: https://bit.ly/4d4PAcV

For Marcela Mazo Canola, MD, research starts with a simple idea: ask better questions so care can get better for every p...
05/01/2026

For Marcela Mazo Canola, MD, research starts with a simple idea: ask better questions so care can get better for every patient.

Her work explores cancer from every angle, with a focus on understanding the factors that shape outcomes across different communities. By studying biological, social and access-related influences, her research aims to close gaps and bring more equitable, effective care to those who need it most.

“I hope my work helps patients feel that they belong, that their experiences matter and that we are committed to understanding the full complexity of cancer.”

Inspired by leaders like Amelie G. Ramirez, DrPH, MPH, associate director of Mays Cancer Center’s Community Outreach and Engagement program, her work reflects a commitment to advancing care through research that represents the people it serves.

This National Research Month, we celebrate researchers turning curiosity into impact. Learn more about research efforts at Mays Cancer Center: https://bit.ly/4tMMx0k

At UT Health San Antonio, our teams work together to guide screening decisions based on your age, medical history and in...
04/30/2026

At UT Health San Antonio, our teams work together to guide screening decisions based on your age, medical history and individual risk factors.

If you are not sure which screenings you need or when to start, a conversation with your doctor is a good place to start. Detecting cancer early may make it easier to treat and may offer more treatment options.

Learn more: https://cancer.uthscsa.edu/cancer-care/screenings-diagnosis

Join us for a free weekly yoga practice every Wednesday from noon to 1 p.m. at the Mays Cancer Center.These gentle sessi...
04/30/2026

Join us for a free weekly yoga practice every Wednesday from noon to 1 p.m. at the Mays Cancer Center.

These gentle sessions offer mindful movement, stretching and meditation in a supportive environment. Yoga can help reduce stress and anxiety, improve flexibility and balance, and support overall well-being for cancer patients and survivors during and after treatment.

No registration is required. Come as you are and take a dedicated hour to rest, recharge and reconnect.

Testicular cancer can affect men of any age. Unlike many cancers, it most often occurs between ages 15 and 35.Pay attent...
04/29/2026

Testicular cancer can affect men of any age. Unlike many cancers, it most often occurs between ages 15 and 35.

Pay attention to changes in your body. If something doesn’t feel right, talk with your doctor.

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

When your child is diagnosed with neurofibromatosis, it can raise many questions and uncertainty.This genetic condition ...
04/27/2026

When your child is diagnosed with neurofibromatosis, it can raise many questions and uncertainty.

This genetic condition increases the risk of tumors in the brain and other areas of the body, and care often evolves over time. That is why families benefit from a coordinated, long-term approach that brings together the right specialists when needs change.

At Mays Cancer Center, we care for children and families with neurofibromatosis through personalized treatment plans, ongoing monitoring and support that goes beyond the diagnosis.

To learn more about neurofibromatosis, including genetic risk and care options, visit: https://bit.ly/4vU9iki

For people facing cancer, exercise can be a powerful part of care, helping reduce side effects and support overall well-...
04/24/2026

For people facing cancer, exercise can be a powerful part of care, helping reduce side effects and support overall well-being. Staying active may improve mood, ease fatigue and help you feel more in control. It can also support strength, balance, mobility and cognitive function.

Over time, regular movement can help maintain a healthy weight, strengthen bones and improve quality of life during and after treatment.

What is your favorite way to stay active?

A promising new approach to cancer treatment is now underway at the Mays Cancer Center at UT Health San Antonio.Jessica ...
04/24/2026

A promising new approach to cancer treatment is now underway at the Mays Cancer Center at UT Health San Antonio.

Jessica Treviño Jones, MD, breast medical oncology, recently shared insight with Texas Public Radio on a first-of-its-kind clinical trial at the UT Health San Antonio Multispecialty & Research Hospital. The novel therapy is designed to activate the immune system to treat advanced solid tumors, offering a potential new option for patients with complex diagnoses.

This groundbreaking work reflects the ongoing commitment to advancing cancer care through innovation and clinical research.

Read more: https://bit.ly/48OtLwY

04/22/2026

A new lump or swollen lymph node in a child can be concerning. But when is it time to worry?

Pediatric oncologist Shafqat Shah, MD, of Mays Cancer Center, joins the Pediatrics Now podcast to discuss how clinicians evaluate lumps, bumps and enlarged lymph nodes in children, adolescents and young adults.

The conversation covers how to distinguish reactive from potentially malignant lymph nodes, when observation is appropriate and when imaging, lab work or biopsy may be needed.

Click the link to watch the full episode: https://bit.ly/4vAiJFh

Cancer care at Mays Cancer Center often moves between outpatient visits and times when hospital care is needed.When a pa...
04/21/2026

Cancer care at Mays Cancer Center often moves between outpatient visits and times when hospital care is needed.

When a patient requires hospitalization, teams at UT Health San Antonio Multispecialty and Research Hospital extend that care with additional safeguards. Remote monitoring and virtual nursing provide an extra set of eyes on each patient, helping clinicians detect changes in condition, including early signs of infection, in real time.

These tools strengthen the connection between patients and their care teams and support faster response times during an inpatient stay.

They also help create a smoother transition back to outpatient care, keeping patients connected and informed.

Cancer care spans multiple settings, and our teams are there throughout each phase of care.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/41vzCDg

Cancer care at Mays Cancer Center often moves between outpatient visits and times when hospital care is needed.When a pa...
04/21/2026

Cancer care at Mays Cancer Center often moves between outpatient visits and times when hospital care is needed.

When a patient requires hospitalization, teams at UT Health San Antonio Multispecialty and Research Hospital extend that care with additional safeguards. Remote monitoring and virtual nursing provide an extra set of eyes on each patient, helping clinicians detect changes in condition, including early signs of infection, in real time.

These tools strengthen the connection between patients and their care teams and support faster response times during an inpatient stay.

They also help create a smoother transition back to outpatient care, keeping patients connected and informed.

Cancer care spans multiple settings, and our teams are there throughout each phase of care.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/41vzCDg

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7979 Wurzbach Road
San Antonio, TX
78229

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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