Maryland Proton Treatment Center

02/05/2026

If you didn’t already know, February is National Cancer Prevention Month. Check out this article from the American Cancer Society that highlights the contributors of cancer and how to lower your risk of developing the disease. https://hubs.li/Q041n9k10

02/04/2026

It’s always important to encourage the prevention, detection, and treatment of cancer, but especially today on World Cancer Day. At the Maryland Proton Treatment Center, we continue to raise awareness around cancer and do our part to improve survival rates of those diagnosed with cancer by making advanced treatment, such as proton therapy, more accessible.

01/27/2026

The American Cancer Society updated its guidelines for screening for cervical cancer. Women who are at average risk should start screening at 25 years of age and undergo screenings every 5 years until the age of 65. Read more about screening for cervical cancer here:

The American Cancer Society updates cervical cancer screening guidelines, introducing self-collection options and new exit criteria to enhance accessibility and compliance.

01/26/2026

Dr. Jason Molitoris was recently on WBAL-TV 11 Baltimore, where he discussed what proton therapy is and how it can help patients like Paul Murray, who was diagnosed with tonsil cancer. Paul has been singing and playing music with his good friend since the 1970s, so preserving his voice was critical to him and the MPTC team. Because proton therapy precisely targets tumors, it decreased the overall radiation to nearby structures in Murray's throat. As Dr. Molitoris describes, “He is an ideal candidate for that reason: To use proton therapy in an effort to be able to allow him to do what he loves to do.”

Check out Paul’s story here:

A different kind of radiation therapy can help cancer patients preserve who they are.

01/23/2026

Breast cancer isn’t just something that affects older women. More young women are being diagnosed, and many don’t realize they could be at risk. Knowing the signs, understanding your personal risk, and speaking up if something feels off can make all the difference. Early detection saves lives.

Being at high risk could qualify you for early, potentially life-saving screening.

01/21/2026

Congratulations on completing 20 proton therapy treatments!

01/16/2026

Childhood cancer survivors may have a higher risk of developing colorectal cancer later in life. According to an NCI study, 50% of patients were diagnosed with colorectal cancer before age 40, and almost 20% before the age of 30. Check out this article to learn more:

Childhood cancer survivors were diagnosed with subsequent colorectal cancer at younger ages than expected and had high mortality rates.

01/13/2026

Amanda, thank you so much for the positive review! Your words help future patients feel informed, supported, and hopeful.

01/08/2026

Lung cancer is becoming more common among non-smokers. These patient interviews shed light on symptoms, risk factors, and the importance of early evaluation. Watch here:

Will Reeve examines how lung cancer diagnoses are also increasing for women.SUBSCRIBE to GMA: https://youtube.com/?si=ka34lqdEy8NRwJtTSIGN UP to get the...

01/05/2026

January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. An estimated 14,000 people in the U.S. will be diagnosed with of invasive cervical cancer this year. Proton therapy is a great treatment option for those with gynecologic cancers because delivers radiation precisely to the tumor while, which spares healthy organs like the bladder and bowel.

01/05/2026

Dulaney High School’s Club for a Cure dropped off some hot cocoa cups for our patients and even did a toy drive. Thank you so much! Our patients appreciate it!

01/01/2026

Cheers to the New Year! We hope that 2026 is full of happiness and good health!