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EPISODE · Oct 31, 2025 · 57 MIN

Proton Therapy: Advancing Precision in Cancer Treatment with Dr. Steven J. Frank

from The Cancer Project · host Oklahoma Proton Center

Dr. Steven J. Frank, Executive Director, Particle Therapy Institute, MD Anderson Cancer Center. The discussion centers on the TORPEDO trial and the broader implications of proton therapy in cancer treatment. Dr. Frank explains the advancements in precision radiation, long-term patient outcomes, and cost-effectiveness studies demonstrating how proton therapy can reduce toxicity, improve survival, and lower long-term healthcare costs.

Dr. Steven J. Frank, Executive Director, Particle Therapy Institute, MD Anderson Cancer Center. The discussion centers on the TORPEDO trial and the broader implications of proton therapy in cancer treatment. Dr. Frank explains the advancements in precision radiation, long-term patient outcomes, and cost-effectiveness studies demonstrating how proton therapy can reduce toxicity, improve survival, and lower long-term healthcare costs.

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