The National Association for Proton Therapy

07/13/2024

Congratulations to both Ronnie and Northwestern Medicine Proton Center for celebrating this milestone.

Congratulations to Ronnie, who received his graduation challenge coin this week after his last proton therapy treatment. We celebrated his milestone graduation as our 7000th patient. We're so grateful for the INSPIRATION he provides to his family, his friends, other patients and our staff! Wishing Ronnie all the best on the next chapter of his life’s journey.

09/15/2023

Our dedicated Executive Director, Jennifer Maggiore, recently visited some of our esteemed member centers. Her travels took her to three outstanding facilities that are making waves in the world of proton therapy: Penn Medicine - Abramson Cancer Center, Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health, and Virtua Health.

🏥 Penn Medicine - Leading the Way in Patient Care

Jennifer's visit to Penn Medicine highlighted the incredible patient care and survivorship programs. At Penn Medicine, they understand that cancer treatment extends far beyond the proton therapy room. They are dedicated to providing comprehensive support and care to patients, ensuring their physical and emotional well-being. Their innovative survivorship programs are paving the way for a brighter future for cancer survivors.

🏡 Virtua Health Proton Therapy Center & Lancaster General Health - Bringing Proton Therapy Closer to Home

Jennifer also had the privilege of exploring two newly opened proton therapy centers, Virtua Health Proton Therapy Center and Lancaster General Health. These centers are not just medical facilities; they are community hubs that bring proton therapy access closer to the people who need it. They represent a significant step forward in making this cutting-edge treatment more accessible to individuals and families in their local areas.

We are proud to have these outstanding member centers as part of our network, working tirelessly to provide state-of-the-art care and support to cancer patients. The NAPT team is committed to supporting our member centers and the broader proton therapy community in their efforts to advance this remarkable technology.

03/08/2023

Happy International Women's Day! Today we celebrate the strength, resilience, and achievements of women around the world, particularly those in healthcare. At the National Association for Proton Therapy, we are grateful for the women who work tirelessly to improve the health of others. We honor the countless female doctors, nurses, researchers, and caregivers who have made significant contributions to the field of healthcare. Their unwavering dedication and compassion inspire us to continue our mission to provide access to cutting-edge cancer treatments. Let's keep fighting for a world where women's health is a top priority, and where all women have access to the care they need.

01/13/2023

We are excited to announce that Jennifer Maggiore, Executive Director of the National Association for Proton Therapy, will be a speaker at ISOP 2023 in Las Vegas. She will be discussing the important topic of "Protecting Patient Access" and sharing valuable insights on the future of proton therapy. Register now at https://bit.ly/3GHKLX3

01/06/2023

Registration is open for the 2023 National Proton Conference!
Join us May 6 - 9 in Salt Lake City, Utah for the premier particle therapy conference. Register before January 31 and take advantage of early bird pricing.
www.nationalprotonconference.com

01/01/2023

We at the National Association for Proton Therapy wish the proton community a happy and healthy New Year!

12/07/2022

Prior authorization creates harmful delays in care and undue stress for patients and providers. Federal lawmakers need to pass the Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act in order to

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services wants to simply the process of getting medical care preapproved by health insurance companies.

11/24/2022

We are thankful for our member centers, corporate partners, industry leaders, physicians, therapists, patients, and the rest of the proton community! Happy Thanksgiving!

11/23/2022

We would like to give thanks to Patient Advocates like Ron Rivera and Grace Eline who generously give their time and energy to spread awareness of the benefits of proton therapy, give a voice to all patients, and provide hope for others. https://bit.ly/3JjA9xy

11/22/2022

We are grateful for Patient Navigators and Social Workers who support patients with cancer, their families, and their caregivers. As part of a team, they reduce barriers to patients seeking advanced treatment like proton therapy and facilitate timely and quality access to care through all phases of the cancer journey.
https://bit.ly/3EkFAem