McLaren Proton Therapy Center

08/05/2026

Congratulations to Janice Rankin, McLaren Flint’s July Outstanding Employee of the Month. Janice works in nutritional services as a dietary supervisor. She also helps out, taking on other roles in her department whenever she is asked.
“Janice is a dependable team member who consistently exceeds expectations in both her quality of work and level of customer service,” said Janice's nominator. "She approaches every task with a positive attitude, takes initiative, and is always willing to assist coworkers."

08/03/2026

Eight physicians officially made history on July 1, 2026, at McLaren Flint, when they began their journeys through the hospital’s new Emergency Medicine Graduate Medical Education residency program. They are the inaugural class and will always be able to say they were the first. They have begun a three-year program to master the ins and outs of emergency care. Eight more residents will join the program in July 2027, and another eight in July 2028, for a total of 24 residents rotating through the hospital for the foreseeable future. Read more about McLaren Flint's new ER residency.

Eight physicians officially made history on July 1, 2026, at McLaren Flint, when they began their journeys through the hospital’s new Emergency Medicine Graduate Medical Education residency program. They are the inaugural class and will always be able to say they were the first. They have begun a ...

07/30/2026

The McLaren Proton Therapy Center congratulates Daniel Thorsby of Gaines. Daniel rang the bell, marking the end of his prostate cancer treatments with us.

07/27/2026

Dr. Anas Moughrabieh, a critical care pulmonologist, is the 2026 recipient of the Dr. Barbara Wolf Humanitarian Award. The award was established in memory of and in the spirit of Dr. Wolf, a clinical psychologist who passionately advocated for the advancement of medical training and physician wellness. The award recognizes physicians who work to promote the welfare of others through actions that advocate for those in need, emphasize the importance of interpersonal connectedness, and work with kindness and compassion. His colleagues said Dr. Moughrabieh is highly deserving of the honor.
"Few physicians embody the spirit of service, global citizenship, and unwavering compassion as profoundly as Dr. Moughrabieh does," said one nominator. "His career reflects a rare combination of intellectual rigor, humanitarian commitment, and personal generosity that has touched lives across the world and within our own community "

07/21/2026

The McLaren Proton Therapy Center congratulates Jessica Sellers of Pickney. Jessica rang the bell, celebrating the end of her breast cancer treatments with us.

07/20/2026

When you think of radiation therapy, cancer most likely comes to mind; however, low-dose radiation therapy (LDRT) has many uses outside of oncology. In particular, studies have shown that LDRT can be an excellent treatment for many types of chronic pain and other non-cancerous conditions. Read more about this exciting option available at the Karmanos Cancer Institute at McLaren Flint and the types of pain it benefits at the link below.

When you think of radiation therapy, cancer most likely comes to mind; however, low-dose radiation therapy (LDRT) has many uses outside of oncology.  In particular, studies have shown that LDRT can be an excellent treatment for many types of chronic pain and other non-cancerous conditions. “R...

07/17/2026

The McLaren Proton Therapy Center recently welcomed the Apex Warrior Robotics Team from Troy for an exciting STEM outreach event that brought together robotics, medical physics, and advanced cancer-treatment technology. The visit underscored McLaren’s commitment to community engagement and its dedication to inspiring future scientists, engineers, and healthcare leaders.
Proton therapy staff Joshua Konzer, Manager Proton Engineering, and Dr. Mahboob Ur Rehman, Medical Physicist, introduced the group to the principles of proton therapy and the sophisticated synchrotron system that powers patient treatments. They explained how medical physics and engineering work hand in hand to deliver precise, cutting-edge care for complex cancers.
The highlight of the visit was a guided tour of the center. Students explored the synchrotron, treatment rooms, and the gantry system, gaining firsthand insight into the robotics-based patient positioning technology that ensures accuracy and safety during treatment sessions.

07/17/2026

We’re proud to share a historic milestone for Karmanos Cancer Institute
In FY2025, Karmanos cared for 15,754 new cancer patients, the highest number in our history, and a 47% increase from 2020. This achievement reflects years of strategic investment in expanding access to cancer care, advancing research, recruiting nationally recognized experts and bringing innovative treatments to more patients across Michigan and beyond.
While this milestone represents significant growth, it’s ultimately something much greater: ensuring more patients have access to leading-edge therapies, clinical trials and multidisciplinary care when they need it most.
Thank you to our dedicated physicians, researchers, nurses, advanced practice providers, staff, partners, and patients for making this possible. Together, we’re building the future of cancer care 💖
Read the full announcement here https://www.karmanos.org/karmanos/news/karmanos-cancer-institute-reaches-historic-growth-6281

07/16/2026

The McLaren Proton Therapy Center congratulates Kenneth June of Lapeer. Kenneth rang the bell, marking the end of his cancer treatments with us.