What is Proton Therapy?
Proton Therapy is a type of radiation treatment that uses high energy beams of proton to treat cancer.
Proton therapy is a highly advanced form of radiation therapy that uses protons—positively charged particles—to target and destroy cancer cells.
Unlike traditional X-ray radiotherapy, protons deliver their maximum dose at a specific depth in the body whilst sparing surrounding healthy tissues.
Proton therapy offers unparalleled precision,minimising damage to healthy tissues and reducing long-term side effects.
This is especially critical for paediatric patients, and adult cancers near critical structures.
For many patients, proton therapy is the optimal or only viable treatment option.
Worldwide there are more than 120 proton facilities operating
https://ptcog.site/index.php/facilities-in-operation-public
None are in Australia
Between 7,500 and 15,000 Australian cancer patients annually could benefit from Proton Therapy.
What Types of Cancer Can Be Treated with Proton Therapy
A list of cancers which may be treated by Proton Therapy can be found here https://www.pennmedicine.org/cancer/navigating-cancer-care/treatment-types/proton-therapy
Proton Therapy Sydney Mission
Our Mission
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Proton Therapy Sydney (PTS), in collaboration with Proton Therapy Australia (PTA), and HHS Healthcare (HHS) will deliver the first (private) Proton Therapy clinic in Australia.
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A single room clinic capable of easy replication to other locations
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Expected first patient treatment late 2027.
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Detailed business case available on request, please enquire here
Location and Technology Partner
Location and Technology Partner
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The site is located at 100 Botany Road, Waterloo in Sydney
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Adjacent to the Waterloo Metro Station
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More information about the new precinct can be found here https://www.theurbandeveloper.com/articles/kurraba-alexandria-sydney-nsw-life-sciences
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Technology partner - IBA (Belgium) world leader in proton therapy technology https://www.iba-protontherapy.com/proteusone
Proton Therapy Sydney - Operating Model
Operating Model
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The PTS operating model will follow the structure of an Australian private hospital in which Proton Therapy Sydney will provide staff and state-of-the-art equipment and offer open access to proton-accredited radiation oncologists from the public and private sectors to treat patients in their clinics.
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We believe this approach is inclusive and will enhance ongoing education and knowledge sharing amongst clinicians which, in turn, will provide greater access to proton therapy for more Australians.
Collaborators
The Roberts Proton Therapy Centre, University of Pennsylvania
Centrally located in Philadelphia, the Roberts Proton Therapy Center combines the unmatched expertise of world-renowned radiation specialists with the latest technology and compassionate care.
Penn Medicine's department of Radiation Oncology is a global leader in training proton therapy centre staff, with training developed specifically for physicians, physicists, dosimetrists, radiation therapists, nurses and administrators. They have trained hundreds of healthcare professionals each throughout the world, most of which are affiliated with new proton Therapy Centres.
Proton Therapy Sydney will collaborate with the University of Pennsylvania for:
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Clinical Operations and Project Support
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Staff Training
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Case review
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Proton Therapy Sydney will appoint a renown clinical partner for:
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Patient Referrals
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Recruitment of patients nationally and internationally
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Cross appointment of physicists, radiation therapists and nursing staff
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Mutual collaborative research, national and international
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Possible appointment of Medical Director and co-branding
Proton Therapy Sydney Directors
Dr John O'Donnell
AM, MBBS Adel, MHP UNSW, Hon.MD QLD, FRACMA, FACHSM(Hon), FAICD Chair, PTS
Dr John O'Donnell has national experience in CEO roles in public, private and charitable sectors; from general practice to state-wide tertiary hospital and related services.
Susanne Bleasel
Managing Director, PTS
Susanne Bleasel, did a business case for the introduction of proton therapy to Australia for Hitachi. Later she formed Proton Therapy Australia and assembled a team of specialists who have worked with Australian and international proton leaders to study the feasibility, facility design and operational models suited best to Australia.
John Tucker
President
HHS Healthcare
Non-Executive Director, PTS
John Tucker, President HHS Healthcare, based in Florida, specialising in development and project management of radiotherapy services, including 4 proton facilities in the UK.
CONTACT
Proton Therapy Sydney
Proton Therapy Sydney Pty Ltd
ABN: 67650 264 896
Registered Office: L14, Tower 2, 101 Grafton Street, Bondi Junction, NSW 2022
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