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News & Updates<br />
Work begins at the UAE's<br />
first Proton Beam Therapy Centre<br />
The creation of the first proton beam therapy cancer<br />
treatment centre to be built in the United Arab<br />
Emirates took a significant step forward as work<br />
officially began on site. The centre, which will be<br />
known as the Abu Dhabi Proton Centre (ADPC), will be<br />
part of the existing Gulf International Cancer Centre<br />
(GICC) in Abu Dhabi and situated on a site provided by<br />
SBK Holding LLC, the Holding Company of HH Sh. Dr.<br />
Sultan Bin Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, advisor to the<br />
President of the United Arab Emirates.<br />
Proton beam therapy is a highly-targeted type of<br />
radiotherapy which can treat hard-to-reach cancers,<br />
such as spinal tumours, with a lower risk of damaging<br />
the surrounding tissue and causing side effects.<br />
Mike Moran, CEO Proton Partners International, said:<br />
“Today marks an important phase in our plans to<br />
revolutionize cancer treatment in the UAE and with<br />
works officially started, our vision will soon be a<br />
reality.<br />
“There is a growing need for proton beam therapy<br />
treatment around the world, as it has been shown to<br />
d e l i v e r s i g n i f i c a n t re s u l t s f o r p a t i e n t s . I t s<br />
effectiveness at lowering side effects compared to<br />
traditional radiation treatment, is transforming the<br />
lives of many thousands of cancer patients. Currently,<br />
there are no centres which offer proton beam therapy<br />
in the Middle East, so we are proud that Proton<br />
Partners will be the first to be bringing it to the UAE.”<br />
Professor Karol Sikora, chief medical<br />
officer of Proton Partners International,<br />
added: “Studies have shown that at least<br />
10 per cent of patients who receive<br />
traditional radiotherapy would be treated<br />
more effectively with protons. By<br />
offering a variety of cancer therapies,<br />
this centre will deliver a fully<br />
comprehensive level of cancer care,<br />
tailored to fit the different needs of each<br />
patient – something which is not<br />
available in the UAE at the moment.”<br />
His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan Bin Khalifa Bin Zayed<br />
Al Nahyan, said: “As today marks an important phase<br />
in our plans to revolutionize cancer treatment in the<br />
UAE and Middle East Region, we aim to provide a<br />
world-class medical treatment for all cancer patients.<br />
Driven by patient-friendly technology, high-quality<br />
medical facilities and proven results we give patients<br />
hope again. This will add to the numerous advantages<br />
the UAE has that makes it a prime destination for<br />
medical tourists.”<br />
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