The most important cancer treatment is yours.
You deserve a treatment plan that safeguards your unique needs, health history, and lifestyle. That’s why our doctors develop personalized treatment plans for every person who walks through our doors.
The most important cancer treatment is yours.
You deserve a treatment plan that safeguards your unique needs, health history, and lifestyle. That’s why our doctors develop personalized treatment plans for every person who walks through our doors.
Leaders in Proton Therapy
Ackerman Cancer Center is the world’s first and only private practice offering proton beam technology. Our expert radiation oncologists can precisely target tumors using this advanced type of radiation, which promises a lower risk of serious side effects and reduced radiation exposure to surrounding healthy tissue. Read about the proven benefits of proton therapy on our research page.
Hear From Our Patients
Cancer treatment deserves a second opinion.
You can afford great care, and we can help
A cancer diagnosis shouldn’t be a financial burden. Financial health is an important part of our whole-patient care philosophy. Our financial resources coordinators and oncology social workers are always available to help you navigate insurance coverage and cost planning. We accept every insurance except Humana Gold. To see a full list of accepted insurances, click here.
You are more than a patient. You’re a whole person. At Ackerman, we see beyond your diagnosis – we see you.
Keep your treatment on track with COVID-19 precautions
We have gone to great lengths to ensure that COVID-19 does not delay your cancer treatment. We have implemented strict safety protocols to protect your health, as per CDC guidelines. All patients, guests, and staff members are screened upon entry.
You have treatment options
Patients with all types of cancers feel confident in our care. We provide all modalities of radiation, including conventional radiation and proton therapy: a precisely targeted option that promises fewer side effects, and leads to a brighter quality of life.
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