The START Center for Cancer Care
Joel Higgins, CPA, is an experienced accounting professional currently serving as Assistant Controller at The START Center for Cancer Care since July 2023. Prior to this role, Joel held the position of Assistant Controller at Kahlig Auto Group from October 2021 to July 2023. Joel's earlier experience includes working at RSM US LLP, where responsibilities included roles as Senior Assurance Associate and Assurance Associate from November 2017 to October 2021, as well as serving as an Assurance Intern in early 2017. Joel holds a Master of Science in Accounting and a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting from the University of the Incarnate Word, completed in 2017 and 2016, respectively.
The START Center for Cancer Care
At The START Center for Cancer Care our mission is to deliver high-quality care for our patients, accelerate the development of new cancer treatments, and provide hope for those in need. Our team is led by more than 30 world-class oncologists practicing at thirteen locations across South Texas. The START Center also conducts the world’s largest Phase I clinical trials program for oncology with research facilities located in Texas, Michigan, Utah, and Spain where more than 40 promising new drugs are now being tested for the first time. By combining sophisticated treatment modalities with innovative Phase I clinical trial programs, we are leveraging today’s most advanced technology to help our patients in their fight against Cancer. We feature cutting-edge treatment options in the fields of surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, immunotherapy, integrative therapies, and genetic testing. The physicians and staff of START are passionate about every patient’s well-being. We understand the value of compassion, service, and quality care when it comes to people. It forms the basis of who we are here at The START Center for Cancer Care!