Is Proton Therapy Safer Than Traditional Radiation Therapy?
When facing a cancer diagnosis, patients and their loved ones want to explore every option available for the most effective and safest treatment. One emerging treatment is proton therapy, an advanced form of radiation therapy. But is proton therapy safer
A Guide to Proton Therapy in Kansas City
Kansas Citians are very lucky when it comes to medical care. Our great city boasts some excellent places that provide the very latest techniques and technology in the medical field. A great example of this is the fact that Kansas
The Benefits of Proton Therapy
At KCPI, we perform a specialized type of radiation called proton therapy. Because proton therapy is a newer form of radiation, we realize our patients may have questions regarding what it is and how it differs from traditional X-ray radiation.
How Thinking Smaller Helped Us Reach More People with Proton Therapy
Proton therapy is one of the latest advancements in the war against cancer. Proton therapy uses highly energized subatomic particles (protons) instead of traditional X-ray radiation (which uses photons). The biggest advantage of proton therapy compared to traditional photon therapy
Radiation Treatment for Prostate Cancer – Comparing X-Ray and Proton Therapy
Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers among men, and selecting the most effective treatment option is crucial for ensuring the best possible outcomes. Radiation treatment for prostate cancer is quite common, with traditional X-ray radiation therapy (also
State-of-the-Art Cancer Care with a State-of-the Heart Approach
In the medical field there is a lot of focus on tangibles which is both necessary and good. We strive for better instruments, the latest technology, more effective medicine, innovative treatment methods, more accurate testing, and measurable results. Our goal
KCPI – Proton Therapy Plus
At the Kansas City Proton Institute, you might think that we are proudest of our proton therapy. After all, proton therapy is the latest advancement in radiation therapy. Proton therapy offers several advantages over conventional radiation therapy. Its precision allows
Bringing Proton Therapy to the Masses
The shift of proton therapy from an experimental treatment to a standard care option marks a significant evolution in cancer treatment. Yet, while the use of proton therapy is becoming more prevalent, the gap between the number of patients who
Our Docs Are Tops!
At Kansas City Proton Institute, we are bringing the latest in cancer treatment to Kansas City. Besides being the only non-hospital-based proton radiation facility in the central United States, we also employ some amazing doctors dedicated to bringing their patients
Kansas City Proton Institute featured in Healthy Kansas City Magazine
Kansas City Proton Institute was recently featured in Healthy Kansas City Magazine. Read the Article This article highlighting how Kansas City Proton Institute has revolutionized cancer care with cutting edge technology in an office setting features radiation oncologists Kenon Qamar, MD, James
