News and Blog

Feb

Provision CARES Proton Therapy Knoxville Announces New President Carl Koella

For Immediate Release:

Knoxville, Tennessee (February 4, 2019) – Provision CARES Proton Therapy Knoxville, a member of the Provision CARES Cancer Network, announces that Carl Koella III has been named President, effective February 4, 2019.

Mr. Koella has served on the Board of Directors of Provision CARES Proton Therapy Knoxville since 2015, and in his new role as President, he will oversee the management, operations, and clinical services for both Provision CARES Proton Therapy Knoxville and Provision Radiation Therapy at the Dowell Springs campus in Knoxville. “It will be a privilege to advance the access of proton therapy to cancer patients in the East Tennessee region,” says Koella.

Jan

Experts Agree: Proton Therapy is an Excellent Choice for Treating Pediatric Cancers

By Provision Admin

The American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO), the world’s premier organization in Radiation Oncology, states that “solid tumors in children are considered among the highest priority for proton therapy”¹in its Model Policy. Based on this prioritization, a group of 24 internationally recognized leaders in the various specialties in oncology, convened in 2015 to define proton therapy’s role in pediatric cancers, identify which cases yield the most benefit from a limited resource, and set priorities for future development in the field.

Jan

Provision CARES Proton Therapy Knoxville Welcomes Radiation Oncologist Dr. Lavey

By Provision Admin

Ben Wilkinson, MD, Medical Director of Provision CARES Proton Therapy Knoxville welcomes Robert S. Lavey, M.D., M.P.H. to the Provision CARES team.

Dr. Lavey has been board-certified in Radiation Oncology since 1988. He graduated magna cum laude from Harvard University and earned his Doctorate in Medicine from Stanford University. He completed his residency in radiation oncology at Duke University and was awarded National Institutes of Health Postdoctoral Fellowships in the Stanford University Department of Medicine and the University of California, Berkeley School of Public Health.

Dec

New Provision CARES Coloring Book for Pediatric Patients

By Provision Admin

As Provision CARES Proton Therapy Knoxville continues to treat more pediatric cancer patients, Nurse Manager Lindsay C. has created and illustrated a new coloring book that explains the proton therapy treatment experience to children.

Nov

Healthy Recipes for the Holidays from Provision

By Provision Admin

‘Tis the season for gathering with friends and family to enjoy festivities and food! It takes a little planning, but it is definitely still possible to eat food that nourishes your body during the holidays. Here are some healthy recipes of holiday favorites to try this year!

Nov

Provision Nashville’s First Patient Celebrates Treatment Completion with Victory Bell Ceremony

By Provision Admin

Mr. James Williams celebrated the completion of his treatment with a bell-ringing ceremony on November 14, 2018 at Provision CARES Proton Therapy Nashville. Mr. Williams spoke enthusiastically about his cancer treatment experience at Provision, saying, “All the staff members have been so friendly, it feels like a family atmosphere. I have been amazed at the lack of side effects I am experiencing, and I just appreciate that Provision is here in Middle Tennessee and is an accessible resource to the surrounding communities.”

Oct

Provision CARES Proton Therapy Nashville Treats First Patient and Expands Provision CARES Cancer Network

By Provision Admin

Provision CARES Proton Therapy Nashville announces the opening of a new advanced proton therapy center and comprehensive cancer center in Franklin, TN. Provision CARES Proton Therapy Nashville is the newest development in the expansion of the Provision CARES Cancer Network, featuring proton therapy.

Sep

Recent Clinical Study Compares Proton Therapy and IMRT for Prostate Cancer Treatment in Younger Men

By Provision Admin

Improvements in treatment technologies consistently push the medical community to assess the potential benefits, risks, and costs. As proton therapy becomes more accessible, studies will be used to evaluate the most broadly beneficial ways to use the limited resource.

Sep

15th Annual Eddie Check Event

By Provision Admin

Free PSA Test and Blood Drive at Provision CARES Proton Therapy Knoxville September 13th and 14th!

Eddie Check is celebrating its 15th anniversary of offering men across East Tennessee a free PSA test and raising awareness for prostate cancer. On September 13th and 14th, you are invited to get a free screening test for prostate cancer as well participate in a blood drive.

Sep

Provision Receives Positive Recognition in National Oncology Journal

By Provision Admin

Clinical trials have a vital role in the advancement of medicine. Physicians rely on sound clinical evidence which meets strict scientific standards, along with their personal experience and knowledge of the patient, to guide treatment decisions. Medical societies and insurance companies also use the results of studies to create treatment and coverage guidelines.