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COVER STORY INNOVATION + TECHNOLOGY = WORLD-CLASS CANCER CARE AT METHODIST HEALTHCARE 06 Over the past 20 years, a revolution has ta ken place in the field of oncolog y, as physicians and researchers develop exciting new options for less invasive treatments that offer better results with fewer side effects. San Antonio's Methodist Hea lthcare has been on the forefront of this transformation. SPECIAL SECTION: ONCOLOGY BAPTIST NETWORK FOR CANCER CARE: NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED COMMUNITY CARE 10 The Baptist Network for Cancer Care model was created more than seven years ago to provide Bexar County and South Texas with an efficient, effective and compassionate approach to help prevent and treat cancer. SAN ANTONIO BREAST CANCER SYMPOSIUM A SUCCESS 11 Breast cancer survivors, patients and advocates received specia l attention at the 2019 San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium that was held Dec. 10–14. 06 contents ON THE COVER /////// OCTOBER 2019 THE BENEFITS OF FINANCIAL PLANNING 12 The pace and complexity of managing modern finances may leave some people unprepared to achieve a successful financia l future. If you're feeling less than confident about your future, having a well-prepared financia l plan can help put you in control. ASSET PROTECTION 13 Because of their risks and income potentia l, it is essentia l for medica l professiona ls to consider asset protection to shield their assets. LEASING YOUR NEXT OFFICE SPACE 14 W hen faced with an expiring lease or the need to expand, many can be overwhelmed by the task. Here we will identify the steps in the process and the pitfa lls to watch out for. DEPARTMENT THAT'S NEWS 05 11 13 Physicians with Texas Transplant Institute and Methodist Hospital: (left to right) Jose Carlos Cruz, MD (Adult Blood & Stem Cell Transplant); Paul Shaughnessy, MD (Medical Director, Adult Blood Cancer & Stem Cell Transplant); Cesar Freytes, MD (Adult Blood & Stem Cell Transplant)