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Arkansas Oncology has provided cancer care to thousands of patients and provides advanced, comprehensive and compassionate cancer care. Our integrated clinical team of physicians, nurses, laboratory technologists, x-ray technicians and support staff employ the latest technologies and drug therapies to ensure you receive the high quality care you need and the support you deserve.

We begin by offering therapies proven to be effective and technologies, including advanced diagnostic imaging and an on site laboratory in one convenient location. But to us, providing the best care also means understanding that having cancer is hard on patients and their families. Our physicians and staff are kind and compassionate, and will do whatever it takes to make everyone more at ease. From convenient parking to warm and friendly surroundings, our state-of-the-art center is designed to make our patients comfortable while they’re here. We believe care should be both advanced and compassionate.

Practice History

Arkansas Oncology Associates (AOA) was formed in 1977 by Dr. Jack Sternberg. Dr. Sternberg was soon joined by Dr. Anthony Bucolo and later by Dr. Bill Tranum.

In 1996 the practice became part of the US Oncology network. Dr. Syed Mazher joined Arkansas Oncology in 2002. Dr. Thomas Sneed joined AOA in 2004, followed by Dr. Neeraj Bharany in 2005 at the new Hot Springs location.

Following the retirement of Drs. Sternberg and Bucolo in 2006, Dr. Sneed was named Practice President. Dr. Omer Khalil joined the group in 2007 following completion of his Fellowship.