Proton Therapy for Childhood Cancer

Expert Proton Therapy for Childhood Cancer, Close to Home  

Pediatric patients have unique sensitivities to radiation due to their developing bodies. Because of this, proton therapy is often a preferred treatment option for pediatric cancers. Pediatric proton therapy can target tumors while minimizing radiation to surrounding healthy tissue and vital organs.  

At Texas Oncology, our radiation oncologists are trained to deliver proton therapy for childhood cancer, using advanced equipment designed with pediatric patients in mind. What sets us apart is our collaborative, patient-centered approach — we prioritize the needs of our pediatric patients and their families every step of the way. While our Texas Center for Proton Therapy is located in Irving, Texas, some appointments may be available via telemedicine, allowing families to access world-class care closer to home.  

About Childhood Cancer

Childhood cancers are rare, accounting for less than 1 percent of all cancer diagnoses. However, childhood cancers remain the most common cause of disease-related deaths among children outside the newborn period. Common types of childhood cancer include brain and spine tumors, chordoma, craniopharyngioma, ependymoma, Ewing sarcoma, germinoma & other germ cell tumors, lymhpoma, medulloblastoma, neuroblastoma, rhabdomyosarcoma, and sarcomas.

Why Choose Texas Oncology for Proton Therapy for Childhood Cancer

Our team of oncologists is dedicated to the health and well-being of our pediatric patients. When pediatric patients and their families come to us for care, they will find: