Executive Director’s Message – December 2025

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Happy Holidays from all of us at the UF Health Proton Therapy Institute! As the year comes to a close, we wish you and your loved ones a joyful holiday season filled with good health and the moments that bring you happiness.

Letter to the Editor

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I concluded my presentation with the following comment, "Heaven forbid you or a loved one should ever get cancer, but if you do and it requires radiation treatment, I highly recommend you consider the UF Health Proton Therapy Institute for treatment. You'll get none better."

Proton Alumni Spotlight: Crucial Catch Kids

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Several children were honored at the 2025 Crucial Catch game with the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Three Questions with Carey Lawing, CCLS, Child Life Specialist

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Child Life Specialist Carey Lawing supports children through their cancer treatment.

Grateful Patients Spotlight: Joy & Harvey Inventasch

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Joy and Harvey Inventasch’s alumni story is one of love, resilience and exceptional care at the UF Health Proton Therapy Institute.

Proton Alumni Spotlight: Louis Ackers

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Discover how pediatric brain tumor survivor celebrated 10 years cancer free after receiving proton therapy for craniopharyngioma at the UF Health Proton Therapy Institute.

International Day of Physics

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International Day of Physics honored in November.

Latest Research Publications from the UF Health Proton Therapy Institute

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Each research study published is one step forward to better understanding cancer and the effectiveness of cancer treatment options.

Blog Spot: Caring for Cancer Patients During the Holidays

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Holiday Celebrations and Cancer Caregivers are this month's Blog Feature.

Proton Therapy News Brief Roundup

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Catch up on the news and developments at the UF Health Proton Therapy Institute.

  • Santa Joe Presents the Institute with a $55,000 Donation
  • Dr. Julie Bradley Featured Speaker at Jaguar’s Crucial Catch Night
  • The Institute Attends and Shares Research at ASTRO