Key Highlights
- Tennessee Cancer Specialists (TCS) joins The US Oncology Network effective August 1, 2024
- TCS is the largest community-based oncology provider in eastern Tennessee
- TCS will benefit from The Network’s resources and expertise to enhance patient care
- The collaboration aims to advance local cancer care and improve patient outcomes
Source: Business Wire
Notable Quotes
- “We are pleased to welcome Tennessee Cancer Specialists to The Network, as it allows us to collaborate with a well-known, long-standing provider of high-quality community-based cancer care.” — Devon Womack, President at The US Oncology Network
- “The stability, experience, resources, and professionalism of The Network drew us to the organization.” — Tracy W. Dobbs, MD, Practice President at Tennessee Cancer Specialists
SoHC's Take
The integration of Tennessee Cancer Specialists into The US Oncology Network marks a significant advancement in the availability of comprehensive cancer care in eastern Tennessee. This collaboration not only expands The Network’s footprint but also enriches TCS’s capacity to provide state-of-the-art treatments and access to innovative clinical trials. By leveraging The Network’s extensive resources, TCS can offer enhanced patient care and operational efficiency. This partnership exemplifies the evolving landscape of oncology care, where community-based practices are increasingly aligning with larger networks to stay viable and deliver superior patient outcomes in a value-based healthcare environment.
