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Welcome to the heart of innovation in cancer treatment

The National Association for Proton Therapy Foundation, on a mission to revolutionize cancer care. Not just an organization, but a force for change, our commitment is unwavering – championing patient and member education, propelling proton therapy research to new heights, and breaking down barriers to innovative cancer treatment.

Join the effort to amplify the National Association for Proton Therapy’s mission of increasing public awareness to the transformative benefits of proton therapy. The NAPT Foundation is here to support patients and healthcare providers through impactful funding initiatives, driving education, research, and community outreach programs. Standing shoulder-to-shoulder with the NAPT Patient Advocate Community, we empower voices and foster change.

National Proton Conference

Participate in the conversation at the annual National Proton Conference, a convergence of pioneers in proton therapy sharing the latest research, clinical insights, and inspiring patient outcomes. The NAPT Foundation fuels this gathering, propelling the field forward and shaping the future of cancer care.

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NAPT Foundation Board of Directors

The Board of Directors is a powerhouse of expertise, bringing together patients, physicians, and leaders in particle therapy. With their guidance, the NAPT Foundation remains at the forefront of advancing particle therapy, ensuring tangible improvements in patient outcomes.

Stuart Klein

Former Executive Director
UF Health Proton Therapy Institute

Melissa Breedlove

Proton Patient
UF Health Proton Therapy Institute

Fern Nibauer-Cohen

Senior Director, Patient Engagement & Strategic Initiatives
Penn Radiation Oncology

Vickie Miller, RN, MN, MBA

Operations Administrator
Mayo Clinic – Arizona

Arpit Chhabra, MD

Director of Education & Radiation Oncologist
Mount Sinai Health System and New York Proton Center

Disclaimer: The National Association for Proton Therapy Foundation does not provide financial assistance or grants for individual patients’ proton therapy treatment, travel expenses, or lodging. Our mission focuses on awareness, education, and research within the field of proton therapy. Any information provided on this website is for general informational purposes only and should not be construed as financial or medical advice.

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The National Association for Proton Therapy (NAPT) and its members support cancer research and treatment innovation and are committed to raising awareness about the value of proton therapy among policymakers, insurers, caregivers and patients to ensure that this advanced treatment modality is affordable and available in communities across the country.

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LATEST NAPT NEWS

  • Benny’s Story: A Brain Tumor Awareness Month Spotlight
  • 2025 National Proton Conference Highlights Major Advances in Research, Patient Access, and Clinical Innovation
  • Coach Goes Head-to-Head with Cancer
  • Mark Kahrs: Moving Forward After Head and Neck Cancer
  • Advancing Cancer Care: Landmark Study Underscores Proton Therapy’s Impact in Head and Neck Cancer

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