Oncology

UT Oncology is nationally and internationally known for the treatment of Genitourinary tumors and will develop similar tumor specific research in each tumor system. While at the forefront of oncology research, the program stays true to high standards for patient care and clinical excellence. In the absence of a standard of care treatment or for patients that have failed standard of care therapy, research options are available. Investigators will conduct clinical trials with specific interest in vaccine, gene and molecular targeted therapy.

UT Oncology physicians work closely with other academic specialists to ensure patient safety while treating cancer. Specialists are available to help manage any heart, lung or kidney issues that may arise during cancer treatment. The UT Oncology Program is developing working groups so that our doctors and the complimentary team made up of pathologists, radiologists, surgeons, radiation oncologists, cardiologists, and pulmonologists are all working together in order to promote the best comprehensive care for our patients.

Patients that require systemic therapy for their cancers will receive that treatment in the Memorial Hermann Cancer Center, Outpatient Infusion Center. The Cancer Center is located in the UT Professional Building at 6410 Fannin, Suite 370. The nursing staff in the infusion center is in constant communication with UT Oncology physicians to ensure that patients are treated appropriately.

Appointments

For patient appointments please call 713-704-3010.

If you need to cancel an appointment, please call 713-704-3010 and give us at least 24 hours notice.

In most cases, we cannot accommodate walk-in patients. The best way to see a doctor is by scheduling an appointment.

Urgent, After-Hours and Emergency Care

If you have an urgent medical need, please call 713-704-3010 and a nurse can assess your medical need. If medically necessary, you will be worked into a physician’s schedule the same day.

For after hours care, please call 713-704-3010 to reach the physician on-call.

In case of emergency, please call 911 or go immediately to the nearest hospital emergency room.

Insurance, Payment and Billing

UT Physicians and Memorial Hermann can accommodate most managed care plans. We will verify your insurance coverage prior to your office visit.

We will file your insurance claim for you. You will be responsible for co-payments, co-insurance and deductibles at the time of your appointment. We accept cash, checks and all major credit cards including American Express, Visa, MasterCard and Discover. If you do not have medical insurance, payment in full is due at the time of the visit.

For billing questions, please call Patient Services at 713-500-3500.

Nurse Line and Routine Requests

If you have an urgent need, please call 713-704-3010 to speak with a nurse. The nurse will relay information to your physician.

Calls for routine requests are returned within 24 hours. Requests for urgent medical care are returned the same day.

Test Results

Unless otherwise specified by your physician, you will receive written notification by mail or the nurse will contact you with test results. Please allow 7-10 days for most test results.

Prescriptions

For prescription refills, please call your pharmacy.

Referrals

Your insurance plan may require referral paperwork or other authorization for visits to specialists. Please contact your primary care physician or insurance company for more information.