News: Exciting Day in Oklahoma City
The Oklahoma Proton Center officially resumed treating patients today. Today, we got back to the work of targeting protons at tumor cells. We’re looking forward to several decades of serving patients from all over this region of the country with excellence in radiation oncology. We look forward to strong working partnerships with the great physicians […]
Read MoreAnd the new coil goes in…
Pictured below is the bottom “half” of the cyclotron. The new coil is bright copper piece that serves to keep the protons spinning inside the machine as they are accelerated to about 2/3rd the speed of light.
Read MoreSunbeam Hosts Dr. Seuss Reading Day with Oklahoma Proton Center volunteers
Oh, the Places You’ll go: When Reading is Encouraged, You’ll Grow Sunbeam Hosts Dr. Seuss Reading Day at Nine Early Childhood Centers Across the Metro (OKLAHOMA CITY, March 1, 2019) – Today, Sunbeam Family Services celebrated Dr. Seuss’ birthday and the love of reading. More than 10 volunteers from The Oklahoma Proton Center and Friends […]
Read MoreCyclotron work begins at the Oklahoma Proton Center
Oklahoma Proton Center begins upgrades for the next decade of treatments. It’s hard to believe, but the Oklahoma Proton Center was built nearly 10 years ago. Every decade or so, large scale maintenance is required to ensure the treatment machine functions with pinpoint accuracy. During the transition from Procure to the new Oklahoma Proton Center, […]
Read MoreACCESS TO INNOVATIVE PROTON THERAPY CANCER TREATMENT CONTINUES FOR OKLAHOMANS
Experienced investors acquire Oklahoma City proton therapy center An investor group with strong local ties announced today the closing of its acquisition of the Oklahoma City proton therapy center from ProCure. Allied Health Management (AHM) led the sale transaction and will provide ongoing management services at the center. Arvest Bank provided additional financial support for […]
Read MoreOKLAHOMA PROTON CENTER IS HOME TO FIRST-EVER PROTON THERAPY TREATMENT FOR ANAL CANCER
March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month The Oklahoma Proton Center (OPC) in Oklahoma City is celebrating a medical breakthrough in colorectal cancer treatment – pioneering the first proton therapy treatment for anal cancer. According to the American Cancer Society (ACS), colorectal cancer is expected to cause over 50,000 deaths during 2017. March is National […]
Read MoreNEW LUNG CANCER RESEARCH SHOWS IMPROVED SURVIVAL RATES WITH PROTON THERAPY
Oklahomans need to know lung cancer risk factors and treatment options Lung cancer by far is the leading cause of cancer death in both Oklahoma and the nation, and according to the American Cancer Society, an estimated 3,100 Oklahomans will be diagnosed with lung cancer this year. In honor of Lung Cancer Awareness Month, the […]
Read MoreOKLAHOMA VETERAN ADVOCATES FOR MEN TO KNOW THE SIGNS OF PROSTATE CANCER
Former Proton Center patient encourages men to know the risk factors for prostate cancer Mike Bible, 71 of Oklahoma City, was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2013 during a physical for the Veterans Administration (VA). A routine prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test showed significantly elevated results for Bible compared to six months before. Given the potential […]
Read MoreCaring For Our Caregivers
Being a caregiver to a person navigating a cancer diagnosis and treatment can often come with a unique set of challenges. Being a caregiver during the novel coronavirus pandemic has taken these challenges to unprecedented levels. Normal daily routines are being met with extra steps and protocols to ensure the safety of patients, frontline workers, caregivers […]
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