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Precision. Protection.
Peace of Mind.

That’s the Emory difference.

Conveniently located in the heart of Atlanta, Emory Proton Therapy Center is Georgia’s only proton therapy facility serving patients in the Southeastern U.S. and beyond, delivering the most advanced radiation treatment for specific tumors and cancers. The facility opened in December 2018 and has treated more than 5,000 patients with proton therapy.

Backed by the resources of Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University, our team brings together precision technology and deep clinical expertise to design treatment plans focused on minimizing side effects and protecting healthy tissue.

It’s a different kind of cancer care—built on science, delivered with purpose.

Precise Tumor Treatment

All five of our treatment rooms utilize pencil beam scanning technology to deliver proton therapy, the most precise form of radiation. A narrow stream of protons is steered by a magnet to “paint” the radiation to match the size, shape, and depth of the target. This allows for what is called intensity-modulated proton therapy for maximum flexibility in treatment planning and sparing up to 60% less radiation to healthy tissues and organs, which lowers the risk of side effects and long-term effects. Learn more.

A Facility Designed for Healing

From the moment you walk in, the Emory Proton Therapy Center feels different. Our front desk team welcomes every patient and visitor into a calm space filled with natural light and city views.

The open-concept lobby includes:

  • A café
  • Outdoor patio
  • Children’s play area
  • Spacious restrooms

All designed to make patients—and their families—feel at ease, especially our youngest visitors.

The center features five treatment rooms equipped with advanced pencil beam scanning technology:

Four rotating gantry rooms deliver proton beams from any angle, tailored to each patient

One fixed-beam room is designed specifically for prostate cancer treatment

A dedicated imaging suite includes MRI and CT for precise planning, and a Pediatric Anesthesia Care Unit ensures safe, comfortable care for children.

Every detail supports healing—with comfort, accuracy, and care built in.

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Groundbreaking Research & Clinical Trials

As part of our mission to improve the lives of our patients through compassionate healing, advanced technology, innovation, and research-driven care, we are proud to offer clinical trials which provide our patients with access to cutting-edge care that is often not available elsewhere.

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