Stories of the fighters, believers, and survivors who've inspired us with their determination and hopeful spirit.
I chose proton therapy to protect my heart and lungs.
“We are extremely grateful for Texas Center for Proton Therapy. From start to finish, it was a true delight being there with the nurses and radiation therapy staff – the care that we received and the compassion that was extended to my wife was unparalleled.” (Jeff Schiefelbein, father of Benny)
I’m so grateful for the proton center and spent each day on that treatment table reflecting on all of the wonderful opportunities afforded to me.
A car wreck saved my life – would you believe it?
We researched proton therapy and once we learned more about this advanced form of radiation, it was a no-brainer for us.
"We did a lot of research trying to understand the differences between the types of radiation therapy. The benefits of proton therapy for prostate cancer stood out to me as the ideal option for my specific cancer.”
The only time he cried was at the possibility that he wouldn’t get to go back to school.
The best person to advocate for you is you.
Skip the research and go straight to proton therapy.
Keep your mind open to options and hold onto hope that things are going to get better.
After this experience, I learned that God has helped me through everything. I want to thank all my nurses and doctors for everything they’ve done for me. I’m finally starting to feel like myself again.
Cancer fights hard, so we have to fight harder.
I would say ‘check the proton center first.
“From the very first day, I knew that these were people who I could entrust with my health and my body.”
Texas Center for Proton Therapy is ready to help you fight cancer with one of the nation’s most advanced cancer-fighting technologies. You do not need a doctor's referral to be seen at the center.