Anthony Claiborne shares his inspiring journey from his initial prostate cancer diagnosis to finding hope and healing at Hampton Proton. In this heartfelt video, Anthony opens up about his challenges, including doctors who were initially against proton therapy, and how he ultimately found a supportive and compassionate team at Hampton Proton. Hear firsthand how Anthony’s… Read more “Anthony Claiborne”

Listen to Susan Tindall’s story as she speaks about her experience at Hampton Proton and being treated for brain tumors by one of our radiation oncologists, Dr. Allan Thornton.

Watch as Douglas Pietrowski shares the impact and importance of his Hampton Proton care team from his first visit through to his graduation day.

Bob Glisson, a prostate cancer patient, shares his journey, the benefits of his treatment and how he formed an unbreakable bond with his dedicated healthcare team at the Hampton University Proton Cancer Institute.

Thomas reflects on his experience with Hampton Proton after being diagnosed with prostate cancer and how he is now helping others on their journey as a Hampton Proton Ambassador.

At the time of James Dallas’ prostate cancer diagnosis, he was faced with deciding how he wanted to receive treatment. He was given options that included surgery and conventional radiation therapy—which came with more side effects than he wanted to experience. He did his “homework” and found that the Hampton University Proton Cancer Institute would… Read more “James Dallas”

Billy Pulliam, a 2020 Hampton Proton Graduate and Prostate Cancer Survivor from Williamsburg, shares his story about being treated using proton therapy. “I’m so glad I could get proton therapy treatment. I want to let them know I really appreciate them.

Kevin Holmes received proton therapy treatments at the Hampton University Proton Cancer Institute (Hampton Proton) after being diagnosed with prostate cancer at the age of 54. Holmes, who is from Washington DC, drove about two and a half hours just to receive treatment at Hampton Proton. “I believed so strongly in Hampton University Proton Cancer… Read more “Kevin Holmes”

After five years of a slowly increasing PSA and a number of biopsies, I was notified on September 16, 2010 that cancerous cells were detected. I had read and conducted a lot of research on the Internet — just in case I was ever detected as positive. I immediately called Hampton University Proton Cancer Institute… Read more “Dave Lum”

In July of 2009, I received a diagnosis of prostate cancer. Because I had many friends who had issues with conventional radiation, I wanted to seek an alternative treatment. I decided on proton therapy at Hampton University Proton Cancer Institute (Hampton Proton) and I am very happy with my decision. My appointments lasted about 30… Read more “Alfred Scott”

The possibility that I had breast cancer was suggested during a doctor’s exam back in 2016. They thought they suspected something, but they weren’t totally sure. At this point, I went to have a mammogram and found out I had breast cancer. Proton therapy was presented to me by one of my sisters and then… Read more “Gloria Cox”

Back in June of 2016, I had a high PSA and my doctor recommended a biopsy; prostate cancer was discovered during that biopsy. When I was diagnosed, I was devastated. I thought that was a death sentence. This disease runs in my family. My uncle and my cousin both had prostate cancer and both opted… Read more “Stuart Goodman”

In 2016, I was a junior in college at Christopher Newport University. In my spring semester, I was diagnosed with a rare form of brain cancer, Anaplastic Ependymoma. As a 21 year old student, we looked for the best, most minimally invasive option available to treat my young brain. When we heard about Proton Therapy… Read more “Julie Olafsson”