Proton Therapy News Brief Roundup
UF Radiation Oncology Seminar
In February, several physicians from the UF Health Proton Therapy Institute participated in the 54th Annual UF Radiation Oncology Seminar. Dr. Henderson moderated the Radiation Oncology Research Seminar. Dr. Bill Mendenhall participated in the Head & Neck cancer panel discussion, and Dr. Raymond Mailhot presented his latest findings on the scholastic outcomes of childhood cancer survivors. Read more about the event here.
High School Students Visit the UF Health Proton Therapy Institute
In February, Hardev Grewal, Ph.D. coordinated the second annual high school student visit and tour of the UF Health Proton Therapy Institute. The program focuses on bridging the gap between young minds and the unseen, vital roles within radiation oncology.
“It’s more than just a trip; it’s a chance to spark interest in the medical field, showing there’s so much more to it than the traditional roles they might know,” said Dr. Grewal. “This tour is an attempt to inspire and guide the next generation of healthcare professionals, ensuring they see the importance of every role in making a difference in patients’ lives,” he continued.
More than 60 students and family members attended the event. Students were from First Coast High School, Beachside High School and from the AnnieRuth Foundation.
NAPT Conference 2024
Physicians and staff from the UF Health Proton Therapy Institute will join the proton community at the 2024 National Proton Conference in Boston, MA from April 6-9. This conference will allow our team to share their latest research and connect with other professionals to share ideas on improving patient care and access to this lifesaving cancer treatment. We look forward to collaborating with other leaders in particle therapy! Find out more about this important event.