Recognitions & Achievements

American Society of Clinical Oncology

ASCO Patient-Centered Cancer Care Certification

Acknowledged by the Association for Clinical Oncology for meeting the requirements for ASCO Patient-Centered Cancer Care Certification.

The Center achieved certification through the Association for Clinical Oncology’s (ASCO) Patient-Centered Cancer Care Certification pilot. This certification demonstrates our commitment to providing high-quality cancer care with a focus on continuous improvement and patient engagement. We are proud to be your Oncology Medical Home.

Lung Cancer Screening Center

Designated Lung Cancer Screening Center

By American College of Radiology (ACR) as a top quality provider of safe, effective diagnostic imaging for individuals at high risk for lung cancer.

The American College of Radiology (ACR) Lung Cancer Screening Center designation is a voluntary program that recognizes facilities that have committed to practice safe, effective diagnostic care for individuals at the highest risk for lung cancer.

In order to receive this elite distinction, facilities must be accredited by the ACR in computed tomography in the chest module, as well as undergo a rigorous assessment of its lung cancer screening protocol and infrastructure. Also required are procedures in place for follow-up patient care, such as counseling and smoking cessation programs.

The ACR, founded in 1924, is one of the largest and most influential medical associations in the United States. The ACR devotes its resources to making imaging and radiation therapy safe, effective and accessible to those who need it. Its 36,000 members include radiologists, radiation oncologists, medical physicists, interventional radiologists and nuclear medicine physicians.

Accreditation Commission for Health Care

Accreditation Commission for Health Care

Accreditation through Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC) is a nonprofit organization that has stood as a symbol of quality and excellence since 1986. Accreditation by ACHC reflects an organization’s dedication and commitment to meeting standards that facilitate a higher level of performance and patient care.

Latest News, Events & Insights

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Event Kendra Gives Back Event!

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month, join us for a Kendra Gives Back Event at Kendra Scott at The Shops At Clearfork! Join Dr. Polavarapu and The Center for Cancer & Blood Disorders in store for sips, sweets and shop the BCA Collection. 20% of the proceeds will benefit breast cancer patients through Careity Foundation.

Event Date: October 9, 2026

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The Center Insights A Month of Awareness and a Warm Welcome

This September, I am honored to join the gynecologic oncology team at The Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders, serving patients and families throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth area.A cancer diagnosis can be one of the most difficult experiences in a woman's life. My goal is to walk alongside my patients every step of the way, ensuring they feel heard, understand their options, and feel empowered to make decisions about their health.

Published Date: September 29, 2026

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The Center Insights Not All Blood Cancers Move at the Same Speed

When most people hear the word cancer, they picture urgency. A diagnosis, a treatment plan, and a race to get ahead of it. For many cancers, that picture is accurate. But for blood cancers, the story is more varied than most people realize, and understanding that variation can change how patients and families experience a diagnosis from the very first conversation.Some blood cancers are aggressive and require treatment to begin within days or weeks. Others are slow-moving by nature, and the right approach is not to treat immediately but to watch carefully, sometimes for months, sometimes for years, before any intervention is needed. Both of these paths are legitimate. Both are evidence-based. And both require a care team that understands the difference.September is Blood Cancer Awareness Month. It is a good time to talk honestly about what blood cancer actually is, why it does not follow a single script, and what patients and caregivers can expect when they walk through the door at The Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders.

Published Date: September 9, 2026