Dear Alumni, Friends and Supporters,
In 2026 we proudly mark the 20th anniversary of the UF Health Proton Therapy Institute. Over the past two decades, our Institute has been at the forefront of advancing cancer treatment, offering hope and healing to thousands of patients and their families. A prominent symbol of progress that patients ring upon completion of treatment is in our main lobby – Aud’s Chime. You can see this powerful symbol in our 20th anniversary logo represented by the three vertical bars in the numeral 20.
To celebrate this remarkable milestone we will highlight stories of progress, innovation and resilience that have defined our journey. We will reflect on our achievements, share patient experiences, and look ahead to the future of proton therapy and cancer care.
Throughout the year we are creating many ways to remember, gather and connect whether in person or virtually. We hope you will join us!
Thank you for being an essential part of our community. Together, we celebrate not only our history but also the lives we continue to touch and transform.
With gratitude,
Kristin Heath, DBA, MBA, MHA
Executive Director
Progress in Proton Therapy
Human progress has no finish line and at the UF Health Proton Therapy Institute, we continue to improve cancer treatment for patients through technological innovation and high quality clinical research.
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.
Progress is Personal
We push cancer treatment forward so people can move forward. More than 12,000 people have entrusted us with their cancer treatment. Their stories are their personal experiences of proton therapy.
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.
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20th Anniversary Events
Featured Events
Check here for the latest updates on our 20th Anniversary events!
We are thrilled to welcome friends of the Institute back to Northeast Florida as we celebrate our 20th Anniversary in October 2026! More details about the celebration event will be shared soon. If you are interested in hosting an alumni gathering in your area, please reach out to Kasey Heilman at Kheilman@floridaproton.org.
For all community events at the UF Health Proton Therapy Institute, visit our community calendar page.
Thriving After Breast Cancer: A Day of Hope and Healing
Thursday, January 22, 2026 @ 9AM - 12:30PM
Location: UF Health Jacksonville Clinical Center, Main Lobby, 655 West 8th Street, Jacksonville, FL 32209
On January 22, 2026, the UF Health Proton Therapy Institute will host Living Beyond Breast Cancer: A Day of Hope and Healing. This survivorship event will feature speakers, resources and community support for patients and survivors. Join us for an inspiring day designed to uplift survivors and empower those still on their journey. Hope, healing and community are the heart of survivorship, and we are honored to bring these together. Join us if you are a breast cancer survivor currently undergoing treatment, or completed treatment years ago! RSVP for this event at https://bit.ly/SurvivorshipEvent1.
For More Info: Contact Tamara at (904) 588-1293 or tsorrye@floridaproton.org.
People of Proton Therapy
People Make Proton Therapy Possible
We honor the people who have dedicated their careers, expertise and time to move cancer care forward at the UF Health Proton Therapy Institute.
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