Celebrating 20 Years of Progress in Proton Therapy
As we embark on the 20th anniversary of the UF Health Proton Therapy Institute, we reflect with pride and gratitude on the transformative advances that have shaped our legacy.
Chime Stories Recall Milestone Moments
We invite you to hear patient alumni as they recall the moment they rang Aud’s Chime upon completion of treatment at the UF Health Proton Therapy Institute.
Executive Director’s Message – December 2025
Happy Holidays from all of us at the UF Health Proton Therapy Institute! As the year comes to a close, we wish you and your loved ones a joyful holiday season filled with good health and the moments that bring you happiness.
Letter to the Editor
I concluded my presentation with the following comment, "Heaven forbid you or a loved one should ever get cancer, but if you do and it requires radiation treatment, I highly recommend you consider the UF Health Proton Therapy Institute for treatment. You'll get none better."
Proton Alumni Spotlight: Crucial Catch Kids
Several children were honored at the 2025 Crucial Catch game with the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Three Questions with Carey Lawing, CCLS, Child Life Specialist
Child Life Specialist Carey Lawing supports children through their cancer treatment.
Grateful Patients Spotlight: Joy & Harvey Inventasch
Joy and Harvey Inventasch’s alumni story is one of love, resilience and exceptional care at the UF Health Proton Therapy Institute.
Proton Alumni Spotlight: Louis Ackers
Discover how pediatric brain tumor survivor celebrated 10 years cancer free after receiving proton therapy for craniopharyngioma at the UF Health Proton Therapy Institute.
Latest Research Publications from the UF Health Proton Therapy Institute
Each research study published is one step forward to better understanding cancer and the effectiveness of cancer treatment options.
Blog Spot: Caring for Cancer Patients During the Holidays
Holiday Celebrations and Cancer Caregivers are this month's Blog Feature.
Proton Therapy News Brief Roundup - December 2025
Catch up on the news and developments at the UF Health Proton Therapy Institute.
- Santa Joe Presents the Institute with a $55,000 Donation
- Dr. Julie Bradley Featured Speaker at Jaguar’s Crucial Catch Night
- The Institute Attends and Shares Research at ASTRO
Executive Director’s Message – October 2025
In August, the UF Health Proton Therapy Institute proudly celebrated 19 years of caring for patients with cancer.
Letter to the Editor
On behalf of the Szykowny family, Peg and I would like to thank all the medical professionals at the UF Health Proton Therapy Institute for their care and treatment of my prostate cancer using the proton therapy option.
Getting to Know Dr. Danny
Best known as Dr. Danny to his patients, Dr. Daniel Indelicato leads the University of Florida pediatric radiotherapy program and is a tenured Professor and Associate Vice Chair of the University of Florida Department of Radiation Oncology.
Proton Alumni Spotlight: Cody Ellison
Cody faced a brain tumor when he was only 8 years old, and today, healthy at age 22, he wishes to give back to patients at the Institute that were just like him.
Alumni Compete in World Dragon Boat Championships
The UF Health Proton Therapy Institute is proud that it treated two patients who recently competed in the IDBF World Dragon Boat Racing Championships.
Proton Alumni Spotlight: Pam Reckner
Pam Reckner recently returned from Germany where she was a member of the first Breast Cancer Paddlers (BCP) division racing at the IDBF World Dragon Boat Racing Championships.
Proton Alumni Spotlight: Drew Rogers
Drew Rogers recently returned from Germany where he coached a world-class team of USA athletes in various distances at the 17th World Dragon Boat Racing Championships.
Latest Research Publications from the UF Health Proton Therapy Institute
Each research study published is one step forward to better understanding cancer and the effectiveness of cancer treatment options.