The National Association for Proton Therapy

As we prepare to celebrate Thanksgiving , NAPT is overwhelmed with gratitude for the incredible community that surrounds and uplifts the mission of proton therapy. From our devoted members who tirelessly advance access and awareness, to the brilliant researchers uncovering new possibilities, to the compassionate proton professionals delivering life-changing care, and to the courageous patient advocates who share their stories and inspire change—you are the heart of everything we do. Together, you form a powerful force for hope and healing, touching countless lives and paving the way for a brighter future. This year, we celebrate many milestones together: 🎉 New proton centers opening across the globe, bringing this life-changing treatment closer to home for so many. 🔬 Groundbreaking research demonstrating the benefits of proton therapy for children, cancer survivors, and those at high risk for long-term side effects. ⚛️ Exciting technological advancements, making proton therapy more precise and accessible than ever before. But more than any headline or achievement, it’s the people behind the progress who inspire us most. Every patient treated, every life improved, every new possibility explored—it all comes down to you. Together, we are a community of hope, united by a shared belief in a better tomorrow. This Thanksgiving, we are beaming with gratitude for each of you. May your holiday season be filled with warmth, joy, and the knowledge that your work and your heart are making a difference.

🚨 Join us on December 12, 2024, at 11:00 AM (ET) for the latest installment of the NAPT Educational Webinar Series! We’re excited to feature Ron DiGiaimo, CEO of RCCS and RC Billing, alongside Teri Bedard, oncology expert and Executive Director of Client & Corporate Resources at Revenue Cycle Coding Strategies(RCCS). Together, they’ll provide a comprehensive review of the 2025 Final Rules impacting Radiation Oncology and offer actionable insights to help you stay compliant and ahead of the curve. What You’ll Learn: ✅ A detailed review of the 2025 Final Rules impacting Radiation Oncology. ✅ Practical strategies to implement these rule changes in your practice. ✅ Insights into documentation compliance risks and how to mitigate them. 📅 When: December 12, 2024, at 11:00 AM (ET) This is a must-attend for radiation oncology professionals looking to navigate regulatory changes confidently in the coming year. 👉 Register Now: https://lnkd.in/eiwvnbVp #RadiationOncology #Compliance #OncologyCare

🎉 The proton therapy community gathered at the The New York Academy of Medicine for an inspiring PTCOG-NA Annual Meeting!  Kudos to PTCOG-NA President Anita Mahajan and local host Charles Simone, Charles B. Simone, II, MD, FASTRO, FACRO of New York Proton Center for the warm welcome. NAPT’s Michael Barron joined attendees for a day filled with impactful discussions and collaboration.  Highlights included:   ➡️ Updates on “What’s New in Proton Therapy,” featuring insights on head and neck advancements from MD Anderson Cancer Center’s Steven Frank.   ➡️ A keynote by Brad Hoppe (Mayo Clinic) on progress in managing lymphoma with proton therapy.   ➡️ Educational sessions on complex head and neck and pediatric cases, led by experts like Stephanie Perkins (Washington University in St. Louis) and Matthew D. Hall (Miami Cancer Institute).  🌟 Congratulations to member centers like Covenant Health Thompson Proton Therapy Center, UF Health Proton Therapy Institute, Maryland Proton Treatment Center, and Inova Health for showcasing their research in poster presentations!  It’s always incredible to see the proton therapy community connect and push the field forward. Let’s keep the conversation going—see you at #2025NPC in Philadelphia! 🚀

🎉Registration is NOW OPEN for the 2025 National Proton Conference in Philadelphia in partnership with NAPT member Penn Medicine Radiation Oncology! 🚀 Are you ready to dive into the latest advancements in #ProtonTherapy, cutting-edge clinical breakthroughs, and unparalleled networking? 💥 Secure your spot now for early savings and join a global community of proton therapy experts, researchers, and advocates committed to transforming cancer care. Register today for #2025NPC!! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gySYpN4t

Penn Medicine Radiation Oncology invites you to join us in April 2025, as we host both the International Symposium on Proton Therapy (April 25-26) and the National Proton Conference (April 26-28) in Philadelphia. Throughout the week we'll be offering tours of our Roberts Proton Therapy Center and hosting receptions and other special activities for guests. Visit the conference websites to learn more and register. We can't wait to see you there! #2025NPC: http://spr.ly/6043qsnRf #ISOP2025: http://spr.ly/6045qsnR7 #ProtonTherapy #RadiationTherapy #ISOP #NPC #ProfessionalDevelopment #CancerTreatment #CancerCare #PennMedicine

🏆 Know Someone Driving Change in Proton Therapy? Nominate Them for the 2025 NAPT Excellence Awards! 🏆 Whether they’re a passionate patient advocate, a trailblazing clinician, a dedicated caregiver, or a champion for policy change, now’s the time to celebrate their impact! NAPT’s 2025 Excellence Awards are open for nominations, honoring those who lead the way in advancing access, innovation, and excellence in proton therapy. Presented at the 2025 National Proton Conference, these awards will spotlight the individuals and organizations pushing boundaries, improving patient access, and championing the life-saving potential of proton therapy. Nominate a colleague or apply today to shine a light on remarkable contributions! Read more and submit a nomination now! https://lnkd.in/gtgutCRr #ProtonTherapy #ExcellenceInHealthcare #InnovationInMedicine #PatientAdvocacy #CancerTreatment

Last week, NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration and Fred Hutch Cancer Center’s proton therapy team launched an innovative program, 'Mission: All Systems Go!', designed to ease the fears and anxieties of young cancer patients facing radiation treatment. This program uses NASA-inspired resources to draw parallels between radiation therapy and astronaut training, helping children feel empowered as they navigate their treatment journey. 🚀 NAPT, a collaborative partner in supporting this program, joined Fred Hutch, NASA representatives, and patients’ families at the launch event. Highlights included tours of the NASA-themed control room, a screening of the program’s video narrated by astronaut Dr. Kjell Lindgren, and a special presentation where Lindgren awarded young patients their own “mission” graduation certificates. Assets for the 'Mission: All Systems Go!' program will be available to NAPT members, providing them with resources to implement similar pediatric programs using NASA-created materials. This toolkit, which will also be accessible to radiation treatment centers across the U.S., includes a variety of NASA-inspired resources designed to create a supportive, space-themed patient experience. It features videos, customizable room decor, posters, artwork for a magnetic countdown board, stickers, and a graduation certificate signed by NASA representatives. Each facility will be able to tailor these downloadable materials from NASA’s website to fit their unique environment, making it easy to bring this inspiring program to young patients everywhere. Stay tuned! NAPT will be sharing details soon on how members can access and download this incredible resource, helping them bring this exciting and supportive new pediatric program to their own facilities. #MissionAllSystemsGo #ProtonTherapy #PediatricCancer #CancerSupport #ChildhoodCancerAwareness #RadiationTherapy

Under the leadership of Tony Wong, PhD, DABR, our medical physics team works tirelessly to make sure our patients receive the most accurate, most advanced and most precise care during #ProtonTherapy treatment. Today is #MedicalPhysicsDay, and we take a moment to thank our team for their hard work. #ShoutOut

⚛ 🌍 Celebrating International Day of Medical Physics! 🌍 ⚛ Medical physicists are vital to advancing cancer treatment. Using physics and cutting-edge technology, they develop precise therapies like proton therapy, which targets tumors while sparing healthy tissue. Today, we’re honored to share insights from Guest Contributor: Peng Wang, Ph.D., DABR—Chief Proton Physicist at Inova Health Fairfax Hospital and Adjunct Associate Professor at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. Dr. Wang’s article explores breakthroughs in proton therapy, from intensity-modulated and arc therapies to the potential of FLASH therapy. Read the full article on the NAPT website to learn how medical physicists are shaping the future of cancer care: https://lnkd.in/gD_8Yzei Let’s celebrate these innovators and their impact! 👏 #MedicalPhysicsDay #ProtonTherapy

⏳ Join us for tomorrow for “Addressing Radiation Therapist Shortages: Solutions in Staffing, Retention, & Recruitment.” with experts Katie Voigt and Hannah Knudsen BS, R.T.(T)(ARRT), of Mayo Clinic Rochester, on strategies to tackle therapist shortages and create supportive, sustainable staffing practices. Pre-registration required! https://lnkd.in/gj3kpbzW