If you or a loved one have been diagnosed with certain cancers, proton therapy may be an innovative treatment to consider. This unique technology targets the tumor with a precise beam of radiation while sparing surrounding healthy tissues.
The Johns Hopkins Proton Therapy Center at Sibley Memorial Hospital in Washington, D.C., one of the largest in the U.S., offers personalized proton therapy treatments for children and adults with a wide range of cancers.
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What cancers can be treated with proton therapy?
Proton therapy is best suited for cancers located near vital organs, where other treatment options may damage surrounding healthy cells. These cancers include:
- Brain and spinal cord cancers
- Cancers of the lung, breast, liver, esophagus and pancreas
- Eye cancer
- Gynecological cancers
- Head and neck cancers
- Prostate cancers
- Most cancers in children
If you or your child has been diagnosed with one of these conditions, our team can conduct an evaluation to determine if proton therapy is the right treatment for you.
The Johns Hopkins Difference Our Expertise and Care For You
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Experts
Precise, personalized cancer care delivered by some of the world’s leading experts.
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Technology
Safer, more precise tumor treatment that can target tumors in hard-to-reach places and helps spare nearby tissues.
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Adult Care
Comprehensive care backed by years of cancer research as part of the Kimmel Cancer Center.
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Pediatric Care
Dedicated pediatric cancer team that collaborates with Children’s National Hospital.
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