BioProtect Balloon Spacer for Prostate Cancer Radiation TreatmentÂ
What Is the BioProtect Balloon Spacer? The BioProtect Balloon Spacer is a next generation, biodegradable device designed to enhance the safety and precision of prostate cancer radiation therapy. Unlike traditional gel spacers, BioProtect uses a balloon-based, […]
Understanding Prostate Cancer: Lessons from OJ Simpson’s Cancer JourneyÂ
Dr. Scot Ackerman joined WJXT to provide expertise on Simpson’s diagnosis and the potential challenges he faced, highlighting the importance of early detection in combating Prostate Cancer.Â
Modifications, Adaptations and Variations in Breast Cancer Radiation Treatments – one size certainly does not fit all
Radiation is an integral part of treatment in breast cancer. While multiple modalities, such as 3D conformal radiotherapy, IMRT, and proton therapy, are utilized to deliver this radiation, several different treatment regimens have been evaluated and validated with convincing evidence.
Breast Cancer Treatment and Heart Disease
Reports from the American Heart Association have understandably triggered many questions and concerns for breast cancer survivors.
AccuBoost and Proton Therapy: Preventing Lung Cancer in Breast Cancer Patients
For women diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer, preventing reoccurrence and preventing the spread of disease are top priorities. A highly effective way of treating breast cancer and preventing reoccurrence is […]
The Positive Power of Protons
Radiation therapy is a major cancer therapy that can be used alone, with surgery, and/or chemotherapy to cure localized cancers. Proton therapy is one of the most advanced forms of radiation therapy. […]
PRESS RELEASE- Ackerman Cancer Center Celebrates 2,000 Patients Treated with Proton Therapy
Ackerman Cancer Center Celebrates2,000 Patients Treated with Proton Therapy March 31st, 2022 Jacksonville, FL – Ackerman Cancer Center, the world’s first and only physician-owned proton therapy center, has reached a […]
Is Proton Therapy Right for Your Cancer?
While many people are familiar with Radiation Therapy as a treatment for cancer, not all are aware of Proton Therapy as an additional advanced option. Dr. Scot Ackerman joined WJXT […]