HomeThe Science of Proton Therapy

It's easy to pinpoint why proton therapy is so effective.

It's because proton therapy precisely targets tumors, sparing more of the surrounding healthy tissue.

But what exactly enables the proton beam to hit its target so precisely? In this section, you'll find a general overview of proton therapy, with clear, understandable information about how it works, which diseases it treats, and the differences between proton and traditional X-ray therapies. If you'd like a more detailed explanation, please watch our flash presentation.

Whether you're a patient, a family member, or a physician, we're here to help you pinpoint the information you need.