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2023 National Proton Conference
Elevating Access, Research, and Innovation in the Field of Particle Therapy
Join us for the 2023 National Proton Conference in Salt Lake City, May 6 - 9, 2023. Our annual conference brings together leaders in the field of particle therapy with a robust agenda focused on emerging clinical research, operational efficiencies, insurance authorizations, and a special session presented by PTCOG-NA.
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Patient Stories
The Voice of Proton Therapy
Less toxicity to healthy tissues is simply better for patients. By reducing complications and side effects, physicians can potentially deliver higher curative doses of radiation to cancerous tumors. And patients can get back to living their best life sooner.
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Clinical Benefits of Proton Therapy
Clinical Benefits of Proton Therapy
Proton Therapy offers distinct advantages and benefits due to the lower radiation doses delivered to healthy tissues and critical structures than standard radiation therapy. Click below to learn more.
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Find a Center Near You
Find a Center Near You
There are 41 regional proton therapy centers across the United States. Click below to find a center near you.
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The National Association for Proton Therapy (NAPT) is an independent non-profit organization founded in 1990 to educate and raise public awareness about the clinical benefits of proton therapy. It serves as a resource center for patients, physicians, health care providers, insurers, academic medical centers, hospitals, cancer centers, Medicare, the U.S. Congress, health care agencies, and the news media. The NAPT’s supporting members include 41 of the nation’s leading cancer centers, a number of whom are National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer centers and National Comprehensive Care Network (NCCN) members.

Today for #NationalDoctorsDay NAPT is on the Hill advocating for policies that empower physicians to determine treatment plans for cancer care. This includes reducing the burden of prior authorizations that restrict patient access to advanced treatments, such as proton therapy. pic.twitter.com/h2djzxUnbz
From operations to admin, sessions like ‘Empowering Proton Centers: Innovative Strategies for Staffing and Retention in a Competitive Market’ make the National Proton Conference a professional development opportunity for the whole team. Save w/ group rates bit.ly/2023NPC pic.twitter.com/z2EVhSqqPo
NAPT patient advocates and physicians met with the @WhiteHouse Cancer Moonshot team and @DCarnival46. It was inspiring to see dedicated individuals coming together to accelerate progress in cancer research and equitable access to innovative treatments like proton therapy. pic.twitter.com/vnSsVURUmJ
Cancer patients face enough challenges without having to fight for equitable access to the life saving cancer treatments they need. Yesterday we sat down with @JRutherfordFL to thank him for protecting access to high value proton therapy. pic.twitter.com/iFzTQfv5Wx
This week NAPT is visiting policymakers in D.C. to advocate for cancer patients across the country by bringing attention to the ongoing issues of insurance preauthorizations and denials. We're here to fight for access to life-saving treatments and therapies, like proton therapy. pic.twitter.com/hdQ1SUo30h
From operations to social work, oncology to PR, there is something for every member of the proton community making #2023NPC a one-of-a-kind opportunity to discuss the challenges and opportunities facing the industry. Register to join us in #SLC May 6-9 bit.ly/2023NPC pic.twitter.com/wABZQxXxmS
Happy #InternationalWomensDay! Today we celebrate women around the world, especially those in healthcare. We're grateful for the countless female doctors, nurses, researchers, and caregivers who improve the health of others. #ProtonTherapy #WomenInHealthcare pic.twitter.com/g1B3yvCQbb
CALL FOR PAPERS: Gain unparalleled visibility in @sciencedirect with a special issue of @med_dosimetry's Medical Dosimetry Journal, 'Treatment Planning in Proton Therapy'. Share essential treatment planning techniques, tips and tricks with colleagues. sciencedirect.com/journal/med… pic.twitter.com/akI9gy4qlP
NAPT appreciates the employees of our member centers, from radiation therapists and social workers to nurses and physicists. Your tireless dedication to innovative patient care helps people live better and longer lives. Thank you, today & every day! #EmployeeAppreciationDay pic.twitter.com/BREkb5G7To