TX-23 resident brief · Health
Cancer center adds temporary oncologist
· Reported by Uvalde Leader-News
Bottom line
Uvalde Memorial Hospital hired Dr. Hilal M. Fanasch as a temporary medical oncologist at the Kate Marmion Regional Cancer Center through February 2027. Dr. Fanasch began seeing patients on August 17 to replace Dr. Matthew R. Peterson, who relocated to Minnesota.
Why it matters in TX-23
Cancer patients in Uvalde and surrounding areas can continue receiving treatment without interruption, as the center remains fully operational and accepting new referrals. Dr. Fanasch provides coverage Monday through Wednesday while the hospital searches for a permanent replacement.
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