UT Austin Department of Oncology

The UT Austin Department of Oncology, located at 1601 Trinity Street in Austin, Texas, is dedicated to advancing cancer care and improving health outcomes through a patient-centered approach. Working in partnership with the Central Texas cancer care community, the department's team at UT Health Austin's Livestrong Cancer Institutes includes renowned oncologists, researchers, clinicians, and patient advisors who provide compassionate, state-of-the-art cancer care.

The department collaborates with the University of Texas at Austin's Steve Hicks School of Social Work to create multidisciplinary support teams for local cancer patients and their families. They also work with the Department of Internal Medicine to prevent cancer, support patients facing difficult decisions, and provide outpatient clinical care for young adults. Additionally, the department focuses on improving access to exceptional cancer care in the local community.

Faculty in the Department of Oncology are based at the Livestrong Cancer Institutes, in partnership with the Livestrong Foundation, Ascension Seton, and the Central Texas cancer care community. They are committed to expanding, enhancing, and connecting cancer research at UT Austin, translating basic science research into tools and treatments to improve patient health outcomes, and offering high-quality clinical trials locally.

Affiliated with the Livestrong Cancer Institutes at Dell Medical School, the Department of Oncology aims to revolutionize cancer care from prevention to survivorship, always prioritizing the needs, values, and preferences of the patient. Working with community partners, the department is at the forefront of local efforts to prevent cancer and support those with limited access to care and a high risk of severe disease.

Overall, the UT Austin Department of Oncology is dedicated to providing comprehensive, personalized cancer care, conducting cutting-edge research, and making a positive impact on the health and well-being of individuals in the Austin area and beyond.