Childhood Cancer Videos

Childhood cancer videos of the fighters, believers, and survivors who've inspired us with their determination and hopeful spirit.

Girl Finishes Proton Therapy

Girl Finishes Proton Therapy

Five-year-old brain cancer patient, Georgia Crim, celebrated her final proton therapy session, surrounded by members of her family and care team. Victor S. Mangona, M.D., radiation oncologist at Texas Center for Proton Therapy, said Georgia has done very well throughout treatment and is the youngest patient at Texas Center for Proton Therapy who has not required anesthesia during treatment.

The Benefits of Proton Therapy for Children

The Benefits of Proton Therapy for Children

Dr. Victor Mangona, radiation oncologist on staff at Texas Center for Proton Therapy, discusses proton therapy as a treatment option for children undergoing cancer care.

6-Year-Old Completes Final Proton Therapy Cancer Treatment

6-Year-Old Completes Final Proton Therapy Cancer Treatment

Six-year-old Caitlynne Truett completed treatment at Texas Center for Proton Therapy after being diagnosed with medulloblastoma, a rare form of brain cancer. Caitlynne has seen incredible improvement and will move forward to the next chapter of her journey with a smile and a positive attitude.

6-Year-Old Girl Battles Aggressive Brain Cancer with Proton Therapy

6-Year-Old Girl Battles Aggressive Brain Cancer with Proton Therapy

A large brain tumor left a six-year-old girl unable to walk or talk. After her brain tumor resection and proton therapy - an ultra-precise form of radiation - at Texas Center for Proton Therapy, she is talking, doing arts and crafts, and singing again. Caitlynne wrapped up her final proton treatment with big smiles and a celebration.

Parents of Pediatric Patient Discuss Proton Therapy as Treatment Option

Parents of Pediatric Patient Discuss Proton Therapy as Treatment Option

Christian’s parents were devastated when doctors discovered he had a malignant brain tumor. When his treatment plan included radiation, they chose Texas Center for Proton Therapy to reduce radiation exposure to 12-year-old Christian’s body.

Completed Treatment of 200th Pediatric Patient

Completed Treatment of 200th Pediatric Patient

Twelve-year-old Christian was diagnosed with medulloblastoma, a malignant brain tumor, earlier this summer. He recently celebrated the end of treatment with all of his friends and family cheering him on! Christian added his handprint to the canvas as the 200th pediatric patient treated at Texas Center for Proton Therapy.

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