The Pediatric Proton Foundation and 5 volunteers from age 4 to 80 will be attending the annual meeting of ASTRO (American Society of Theraputic Radiation Oncologist) in Chicago starting this Saturday, October 31st through the following Wednesday, November 4th. We are excited to have a chance to interact with the professional radiation oncology community and other vendors and professionals that work with proton therapy.
Our 4-year old son, Jacob, will also be in attendance during exhibit hall hours. He sings, he dances and he is a TWO YEAR Cancer Survivor in part due to the proton therapy he received as part of his protocol to beat Ewing's Sarcoma. Since Jacob's tumor was found on his thoratic spine, it was critical that we found a treatment that wouldn't harm his other growing organs and bones. We can't wait for others to meet him and see how grateful we are for having our son here and enjoying his life to the fullest.
We will also have our first annual meeting of the PPF while in Chicago. It will be the first time our board members will meet face to face so we are excited for the event.
Check out our newly revised website. We have enhanced it to include bigger buttons and easier navigation. Our website is www.pediatricprotonfoundation.org.
