As we celebrate World Cancer Day, one notable development to improve access to advanced radiation treatment has been the continued growth of proton therapy facilities across multiple regions of the world. More than 60 new particle therapy…
Access to proton treatment often depends on many variables beyond clinical eligibility. Patient navigators play a critical role in helping patients overcome insurance barriers, coordinate complex care, and feel supported during one of the most…
Ten percent higher 5-year overall survival rates in patients receiving precise proton therapy vs. traditional radiation therapy Patients had significantly fewer side effects and improved quality of life, including less…
By Ben Frank, Unity HealthTech Prior authorization has always been a pain point in oncology, but for proton therapy, the stakes feel even higher. Decisions made by payers affect…
The National Association for Proton Therapy (NAPT) was proud to host the The Power of Protons: Accelerating Access and Innovation in Cancer Care on October 23, 2025, at MOCA Jacksonville, in…
The National Association for Proton Therapy is pleased to share this curated guide to proton therapy-related presentations at the 2025 ASTRO Annual Meeting in San Francisco. This resource highlights key…
On the Hill In March, NAPT met with key Congressional offices and committee staff to advocate for policies that protect and expand access to proton therapy. Discussions focused on improving…
GUEST CONTRIBUTORS: Chrissy Rubin, LCSW, Lead Social Worker Mark Eala, LMSW, Social Worker New York Proton Center As oncology professionals, we know that a…
GUEST CONTRIBUTOR: Corrie T. M. Anderson, M.D., FAAP Professor, Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine Professor of Pediatrics (adj) University of Washington | Seattle Children’s …
GUEST CONTRIBUTOR: Lotte van der Werf MSc Global Health PhD Candidate Implementation of Value Based Healthcare & Jr. Project Coordinator, Maastro Clinic, the Netherlands [minti_divider style="3" margin="40px…
