Brain Cancer/Tumor Awareness Story: NJ Outpatient Cancer Center Offers Non-Invasive Solution

SOMERSET, N.J., May 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- An estimated 700,000 people in the U.S. live with brain tumors. In honor of Brain Cancer/Tumor Awareness Month, here is one New Jersey resident's story:

Tom Corlett, a retired New Jersey resident, first learned of his brain tumor by accident, when sinus pain drove him to see his doctor. Several tests later, he was shocked to discover that it was not sinus pain but instead a golf-ball sized meningioma brain tumor sitting right behind his nose.

As the tumor continued growing, Corlett braced himself for surgery, which he thought was the only viable option, although he was terrified of taking this invasive route.

But after more research, Corlett learned about a non-invasive option at ProCure Proton Therapy Center. Proton therapy is a highly advanced form of radiation treatment that, unlike standard radiation, safely and precisely destroys cancer cells while sparing surrounding healthy tissue.

In Corlett's case, he chose ProCure because it effectively stopped the tumor from growing. "I had no residual effects from the procedure," Corlett said. "Physically, I feel fine. I'm back to playing golf and chasing the grandkids around."

Dr. Brian Chon, ProCure Medical Director, said proton therapy's precision makes it ideal for many types of cancers, including complex cases and recurrent tumors. Proton therapy can help preserve neurocognitive function by limiting doses to the normal, uninvolved brain when compared to X-ray based treatments.

"We are grateful to play a role in Tom's journey," Dr. Chon said. "Brain tumors can significantly impact quality of life, and they are sometimes near critical organs. This often makes proton therapy a good option."

About ProCure Proton Therapy Center:
ProCure Proton Therapy Center in Somerset, NJ, opened in March 2012 as the tri-state region's first proton therapy facility, treating a range of cancers that includes diseases of the prostate, breast, lung, brain, head and neck, and gastrointestinal system, as well as sarcomas and many pediatric cases. Using the most advanced radiation treatment available, ProCure enables many cancer patients to choose a non-surgical treatment personalized to their medical needs and lifestyles, often with fewer side effects and less downtime—giving them more freedom to enjoy what matters most in their lives. For more information, visit ProCure.com.

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