Thompson Cancer Survival Center

09/07/2026

Our team is growing! Please join us in welcoming Dhatri Malipeddi, MD, to Covenant Health Oncology Group!

Dr. Malipeddi is now accepting new patients at our Downtown Knoxville location. She looks forward to providing expert oncology and hematology care to our community.

Welcome to Covenant Health!

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09/05/2026

When detected early, prostate cancer is often highly treatable.

That's why awareness matters.

Knowing your risk, talking with your provider, and staying informed can help identify concerns sooner and provide more treatment options.

This Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, encourage the men in your life to prioritize their health.

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09/03/2026

When facing cancer, having expert care close to home matters.

We're proud to welcome Dr. DeSalvo to Covenant Health Oncology Group. A board-certified medical oncologist, Dr. DeSalvo will care for patients at our Sevierville location, bringing additional oncology expertise to Sevier County's only comprehensive cancer center.

We're excited to have him on our team!

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09/01/2026

Education is one of the many ways we improve cancer care across East Tennessee. Thank you, Dr. Newman, for sharing your expertise and helping keep our care teams informed on the latest guidelines and advancements!

08/31/2026

Thanks to Big Kahuna Labor Day Festival for sharing this touching story! It's a great reminder of the incredible impact our teams make on every patient we serve...inside and outside of the clinic.

08/18/2026

Did you catch Dr. David Penberthy on Living East Tennessee this morning?

In addition to giving a glimpse into his role as executive medical director of our oncology program, he shared how the Big Kahuna Labor Day Festival is doing more than serving up great food. Funds raised there help support cancer patients right here in East Tennessee through the Thompson Cancer Survival Center Foundation.

We're proud to partner with an event that combines community, compassion, and a lot of great wings. We hope to see you Labor Day weekend!

08/06/2026

Behind every cancer journey is someone helping patients navigate the road ahead.

Please join us in congratulating Shila Newman, RN, OCN, ONN-CG, oncology nurse navigator, for being named our latest DAISY Award® recipient.

Shila was nominated by a patient who shared how her compassion, advocacy, and dedication made a meaningful difference during a difficult time. Through every question, appointment, and next step, Shila provided support, guidance, and reassurance when it was needed most.

This recognition reflects what so many patients and colleagues already know...Shila goes above and beyond to ensure every patient feels cared for.

Congratulations, Shila, and thank you for the difference you make every day. 💜🌼

08/03/2026

We recently had the opportunity to recognize Chance Roach, CMA, with Covenant Health Oncology Group in Morristown, as the latest recipient of the Rob Sanders Award.

Chance was nominated for the extraordinary compassion he shows patients every day.
When a patient nearing the end of life shared how much he missed working on cars, Chance didn't just listen. He went out and purchased a model car kit so the patient could continue enjoying a hobby that had brought him so much joy.

When another patient felt so alone during treatment that she considered stopping care altogether, Chance pulled up a chair and sat with her throughout her infusion, making sure she knew she didn't have to face the journey by herself.

These moments may never appear in a medical chart, but they can mean everything to a patient and family.

Thank you, Chance, for reminding us that healing happens in many ways. Your compassion, empathy, and willingness to go above and beyond make a difference every single day.

Please join us in congratulating Chance on this well-deserved recognition! 👏💙

07/23/2026

Have you ever wondered about the risks of microplastics and whether or not they cause cancer? WVLT interviewed Dr. Susan Newman about the health risks associated with microplastics, including its connection to cancer diagnoses.

Researchers are now examining a possible link between microplastics and cancer. Steps you can take to keep your family safe >>https://tinyurl.com/5ea9jpwb

07/09/2026

Check out the latest episode of Covenant Health Conversations featuring radiation oncologist David Penberthy, MD, and medical oncologist Susan Newman, MD.🎙️

Welcome to Covenant Health Conversations, a video podcast featuring stories and insights from across our health system. In this episode, radiation oncologist David Penberthy, MD, and medical oncologist Susan Newman, MD, discuss the evolving landscape of cancer care, the importance of prevention and....