Patient Stories

Patient Stories

Anthony Claiborne

Anthony Claiborne

Anthony Claiborne shares his inspiring journey from his initial prostate cancer diagnosis to finding hope and healing at Hampton Proton. In this heartfelt video, Anthony opens up about his challenges,… Read more “Anthony Claiborne”

Anthony Claiborne
Prostate Cancer SURVIVOR

Susan’s Tindall

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Listen to Susan’s Tindall’s story as she speaks about her experience at Hampton Proton and being treated for brain tumors by one of our radiation oncologists, Dr. Allan Thornton.

Susan's Tindall
Brain Cancer SURVIVOR

Douglas Pietrowski

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Watch as Douglas Pietrowski shares the impact and importance of his Hampton Proton care team from his first visit through to his graduation day.

Douglas Pietrowski
Prostate Cancer SURVIVOR

Charles “Bob” Glisson

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Bob Glisson, a prostate cancer patient, shares his journey, the benefits of his treatment and how he formed an unbreakable bond with his dedicated healthcare team at the Hampton University… Read more “Charles “Bob” Glisson”

Charles “Bob” Glisson
Prostate Cancer SURVIVOR

Thomas Jones

Thomas reflects on his experience with Hampton Proton after being diagnosed with prostate cancer and how he is now helping others on their journey as a Hampton Proton Ambassador.

Thomas Jones
Prostate Cancer SURVIVOR

James Dallas

At the time of James Dallas’ prostate cancer diagnosis, he was faced with deciding how he wanted to receive treatment. He was given options that included surgery and conventional radiation… Read more “James Dallas”

James Dallas
Prostate Cancer SURVIVOR

Billy Pulliam

Billy Pulliam, a 2020 Hampton Proton Graduate and Prostate Cancer Survivor from Williamsburg, shares his story about being treated using proton therapy. “I’m so glad I could get proton therapy… Read more “Billy Pulliam”

Billy Pulliam
Prostate Cancer SURVIVOR

Kevin Holmes

Kevin Holmes received proton therapy treatments at the Hampton University Proton Cancer Institute (Hampton Proton) after being diagnosed with prostate cancer at the age of 54. Holmes, who is from… Read more “Kevin Holmes”

Kevin Holmes
Prostate Cancer SURVIVOR

Dave Lum

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After five years of a slowly increasing PSA and a number of biopsies, I was notified on September 16, 2010 that cancerous cells were detected. I had read and conducted… Read more “Dave Lum”

Dave Lum
10-Year Prostate Cancer SURVIVOR

Alfred Scott

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In July of 2009, I received a diagnosis of prostate cancer. Because I had many friends who had issues with conventional radiation, I wanted to seek an alternative treatment. I… Read more “Alfred Scott”

Alfred Scott
Prostate Cancer SURVIVOR, Hampton, VA

Gloria Cox

Gloria Cox

The possibility that I had breast cancer was suggested during a doctor’s exam back in 2016. They thought they suspected something, but they weren’t totally sure. At this point, I… Read more “Gloria Cox”

Gloria Cox
Breast Cancer SURVIVOR

Stuart Goodman

Stuart-Goodman

Back in June of 2016, I had a high PSA and my doctor recommended a biopsy; prostate cancer was discovered during that biopsy. When I was diagnosed, I was devastated.… Read more “Stuart Goodman”

Stuart Goodman
Prostate Cancer SURVIVOR

Julie Olafsson

In 2016, I was a junior in college at Christopher Newport University. In my spring semester, I was diagnosed with a rare form of brain cancer, Anaplastic Ependymoma. As a… Read more “Julie Olafsson”

Julie Olafsson
Brain Cancer SURVIVOR