Several hospitals in the United States currently offer proton beam therapy, a precise form of radiation treatment for various cancers. These specialized centers utilize advanced technology to deliver highly targeted radiation, minimizing damage to surrounding healthy tissues.
Here is a list of hospitals that provide proton beam therapy, along with their locations and specific beam capabilities:
| Hospital Name | Location | Beam Directions |
|---|---|---|
| J. Slater PTC | Loma Linda, CA, USA | 3 gantries, 1 fixed beam |
| UCSF-CNL | San Francisco, CA, USA | 1 fixed beam |
| MGH Francis H. Burr PTC | Boston, MA, USA | 2 gantries, 1 fixed beam |
| MD Anderson Cancer Center | Houston, TX, USA | 3 gantries, 1 fixed beam |
These centers are equipped with different configurations of proton therapy rooms, including gantries, which allow the beam to be rotated around the patient, and fixed beams, which deliver treatment from a stationary angle. The choice of facility often depends on the specific needs of the patient and the type of cancer being treated.
