Cancer Care
Starts Here
Traditional Radiation Therapy
By Advocate Radiation Oncology
Proton Therapy
Proton Radiation Cancer Treatment
Diagnostic Outpatient Imaging
By Lee Health
Three Lifesaving Partners in One Location
The most significant contribution to cancer care in decades, Southwest Florida Proton is making history as the first proton treatment center on the Gulf Coast of Florida. This historic development represents a lifesaving resource for cancer patients across the globe seeking world-class treatment options.
Led by three powerful lifesaving partners at the forefront of cancer care, the center is currently providing consultations for proton therapy and scheduling appointments for both traditional radiation therapy and Diagnostic Outpatient Imaging.
The Precision & Power of Proton Therapy
Southwest Florida Proton is one of only 46 proton therapy providers located throughout the U.S. Delivering highly concentrated radiation to the tumor via a proton beam, this advanced technology also targets cancer tumors more precisely than ever before. Proton therapy pinpoints the target closely to avoid the impact on healthy tissues around the treatment site, including vital organs such as the heart or brain. As a result, the treatment offers the lowest potential short- and long-term side effects possible.
Oncologists may recommend proton therapy based on the age of the patient, the location of the tumor, or the aggressiveness of the cancer. For example, proton therapy is often beneficial to patients with the following conditions:
Pediatric Cancers
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Recurrent Cancers
Since the human body has a limit to the amount of radiation it can safely absorb, proton therapy is an effective solution for precisely targeting recurrent tumors.
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Central Nervous System Cancers
The pinpoint accuracy of proton therapy makes it ideal for targeting tumors in the brain and spine while lessening the impact on critical organs and tissues.
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Head and Neck Cancers
The precision and effectiveness of proton therapy in treating head and neck cancers minimize damage to surrounding tissues and preserve vital functions.
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Prostate Cancer
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Gastrointestinal Cancers
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Breast Cancers
Proton therapy for breast cancers on the left side of the body can target tumors with precision while protecting vital organs like the heart and lungs.
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Every Life Saved Speaks for Itself
Stepping into Southwest Florida Proton was a miraculous moment filled with hope. Over the weeks of treatment, I was so grateful for the staff’s professionalism and compassion, and their oncologists totally exceeded my expectations. They are the caring experts I was hoping to find!
Janice traveled from Alabama to receive proton therapy for left breast cancer. After three weeks of treatment, she returned home to resume the life she loves, teaching 3rd grade and playing with her grandchildren.
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Southwest Florida Proton News & Updates
Southwest Florida Proton reaches 100-patient milestone, expands hours to meet demand
Cancer treatment center is the only facility on Florida’s west coast that offers proton therapy ESTERO, Fla. – Southwest Florida Proton has treated its 100th patient, a milestone that reflects
Proton Therapy Provider Opens Its Doors
Dr. MacDonald, Senior Medical Director at SWFL Proton, discusses proton therapy and the advanced cancer treatment that represents a first for Southwest Florida.
Preserving Fertility Through Cancer Treatment
Dr. MacDonald, Senior Medical Director at SWFL Proton, shares exciting updates on how proton therapy offers significant benefits for cervical, endometrial, and vaginal cancers that