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.
Blog Spot: Cancer Caregivers and Coping With Your Loved One’s Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment
People often overlook the selflessness of family and friends who care for someone with cancer.
Proton Therapy News Brief Roundup
Catch up on the news and developments at the UF Health Proton Therapy Institute.
- Celebrating Employee Appreciation Week
- Making Strides Against Breast Cancer
- Staff Honored with UF College of Medicine Awards