America’s Top Doctors for Cancer recognizes 20 IU School of Medicine physicians

Indiana University School of Medicine announced 20 physicians with the IU School of Medicine were recognized as the best in their field by Castle Connolly in "America's Top Doctors for Cancer." Included in the group was Dr. Allan Thornton (MPRI’s medical director). ... Read More

The Cutting Edge: Killing Cancer with Protons

Proton Therapy is one of the most intriguing developments in cancer treatment, offering new hope to patients around the globe. ... Read More

First-Ever Indiana Robotic Proton System Nukes Deep Tumors

Nuking deep-seated tumors with astonishing precision is now the standard at the Midwest Proton Radiotherapy Institute (MPRI) in Bloomington, Ind. In FDA-approved operation since 2004, the institute has upped its already high standards with the first-ever robotic gantry system to deliver targeted proton beams. ... Read More

Bloomington, Indiana Hosts Successful PTCOG41 Conference

Bloomington, Indiana hosted the 41st Meeting of the international Particle Therapy Co-Operative Group (PTCOG), October 10-13, at the Bloomington/Monroe County Convention Center. The 176 conference attendees arrived from around the globe, including world-renowned scientists from Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Germany, Italy, Japan, People’s Republic of China, Russia, South Africa, Switzerland and the United States. Joining them were worldclass... Read More

Bloomington Indiana Hosts Successful PTCOCG41 Conference

Bloomington, Indiana hosted the 41st Meeting of the international Particle Therapy Co-Operative Group (PTCOG), October 10-13, at the Bloomington/Monroe County Convention Center. The 176 conference attendees arrived from around the globe, including world-renowned scientists from Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Germany, Italy, Japan, People’s Republic of China, Russia, South Africa, Switzerland and the United States. Joining them were worldclass... Read More

The Midwest Proton Radiotherapy Institute Treats Its First Patient

The Midwest Proton Radiotherapy Institute (MPRI) begins treating its first patient today, completing plans started ten years ago for the $40 million state-of-the-art facility. Located at the Indiana University Cyclotron Facility, the MPRI will use powerful, precise beam of protons to treat aggressive forms of cancer and other medical conditions.

MPRI held its dedication ceremony in December 2002. Since then the first of three treatment rooms... Read More

Midwest Proton Radiotherapy Institute Treats Its First Patient

The Midwest Proton Radiotherapy Institute (MPRI) begins treating its first patient today, completing plans started ten years ago for the $40 million state-of-the-art facility. Located at the Indiana University Cyclotron Facility, the MPRI will use powerful, precise beam of protons to treat aggressive forms of cancer and other medical conditions.

MPRI held its dedication ceremony in December 2002. Since then the first of three treatment rooms... Read More

MPRI Opens to Provide Proton Therapy Treatment to Cancer Patients

Bringing seven years of planning and development to completion, the Midwest Proton Radiotherapy Institute (MPRI) opens it doors this week to begin treating cancer patients with proton therapy. The work and effort to make this achievement possible required the persistence and talents of Indiana University administration, IU faculty, Indiana business leaders and local and state government officials.

MPRI is the only proton radiotherapy... Read More

Dr. Allan Thornton Appointed MPRI Medical Director

Nationally recognized radiation oncology expert, Dr. Allan Thornton, has accepted the position of Medical Director for the Midwest Proton Radiotherapy Institute (MPRI). The announcement was made this week by Mark Long, President of MPRI. “We are very fortunate to have Dr. Thornton in this position. He brings extensive experience in radiation medicine and proton therapy research to MPRI. He will provide excellent medical leadership and ensure... Read More