Proton Research

We Believe in Proton Therapy – Proton Therapy may be new to you, but it is not new in curing cancer. The idea of Proton Therapy was first introduced in 1946 when Robert R Wilson, Ph.D. outlined the advantages of proton beam radiation over conventional photon radiation, and in 1954, the first clinical use of Proton Therapy was initiated to treat cancer. Since then, Proton Therapy continues to be a prominent force in cancer treatments.

Ackerman Cancer Center only uses evidence-based treatments. All of our providers, therapists and specialists stay up to date on the latest research, techniques and technology. While our providers pride themselves on being innovative practitioners, continually searching for the best-personalized treatment, they always base their care on science and value collaborative-discussion with other industry-leading colleagues.