Testimonials

"I was diagnosed with prostate cancer in October 2009. A week before my scheduled surgery, a friend suggested that I look into proton therapy as a treatment option. After researching proton therapy and a consultation with Dr. Sinesi, I was scheduled to begin proton therapy in August of 2010, becoming HUPTI's very first patient. I was pleased that I didn't feel a thing during treatments. Upon completing my treatment in November of 2010 my PSA went from 3.65 to 0.4. I was amazed that I didn't experience any side effects. This has been an incredible journey and an adventure of a lifetime."

Ronald Cosman, HUPTI's First Patient
Hampton, VA - President, Proton Ambassador Society

In July of 2009 I received a diagnosis of prostate cancer. Because I had many friends who had issues with radiation I wanted to seek an alternative treatment. I decided on proton therapy and I am very happy with my decision. My appointments lasted about 30 minutes per day for about eight weeks. I haven't had any after effects and I did not have to change my regular daily routine. After treatment I'd go home and work in my garden. I've been to every type of medical facility you can think of, but HUPTI stands apart from all of them. Being one of the first patients at HUPTI has changed my outlook on life. And the best part about it, my PSA went from 5 to 0.5.

Alfred Scott, Hampton, VA

After seeing an advertisement for a prostate cancer screening at a local hospital, I decided to get checked. Weeks later, I received a positive diagnosis for prostate cancer. I learned of the Hampton University Proton Therapy Institute through a family member. I decided to have proton therapy and I am very pleased with my decision. I haven't had any side effects during or after treatment and my PSA has gone from 2.6 to 0.6. The staff at HUPTI is professional and treated me with the utmost care. It was an honor to be one of the first patients. I commend President William R. Harvey for his vision to bring this facility to Virginia.

Thomas Hardy, Smithfield, VA

"It is my hope that people will see the value of this wonderful machine. Only the cancer is destroyed and leaves the adjacent tissue intact. We should do all we can to support it."

Anna Alexander, Newport News, VA - Husband's eye cancer cured by protons

"I can't rave enough about proton therapy. It's the greatest medical advancement! I am just elated. I was very confident that proton therapy was going to be successful. But I didn't know my PSA would be as low as 0.29. Proton therapy is the treatment of the future happening now."

Doug Davidson, Midlothian, VA- Proton Therapy Patient

"As long as I live, I will do everything I can to spread the word about proton treatment. I received proton therapy for 1 minute and 35 seconds. I've never had a more pleasant treatment experience. The procedure was painless, and I experienced no side effects.

"On August 27, 1999 I completed proton therapy. During my treatment, I was able to telecommute with my laptop computer and did not miss any work. Now home in Texas, I am enjoying the quality of life I hope to maintain, without incontinence or impotence."

Col. Howard J. "Jim" Tuggey (Retired), Trophy Club, TX - Former Proton Patient

"My experience has been nothing short of phenomenal. The treaments are short, lasting less than one hour, total time. I have had little or no pain or no discomfot during or after any of my treatments. I have had no side affects or adverse conditions, or reactions of any kind. I would highly recommende proton cancer therapy to anyone with prostate cancer."

Ben Morgan, Clearwater, Florida - Proton Therapy Patient