The Proton Pro-Team comic book
Understanding the amazing world of proton therapy
IBA is excited to team up with legendary comic writer Steve Englehart and accomplished illustrator Mike Jaszewski to create the Proton Pro-Team comic book. Designed to educate, empower, and entertain young cancer patients, this comic helps doctors and caregivers explain to them how proton therapy works. A league of engaging superheroes uncovers the mysteries of this cutting-edge cancer treatment and empowers pediatric patients and their caregivers by sharing the power of understanding in a story of hope and heroism.
Follow Gordon’s journey through his proton beam treatment
Meet Gordon, a brave pediatric cancer patient undergoing proton therapy for brain cancer. In this captivating comic book, his treatment team—comprising a physician, dosimetrist, therapist, nurse, and physicist—transforms into the awe-inspiring Proton Pro-Team. Together, they guide Gordon through his journey, revealing when proton therapy was first used, how a proton therapy machine works, and the critical steps of a proton therapy treatment session. Most importantly, they empower Gordon to face the evil “Baron” head-on. Step into a world where heroes are real, and they battle cancer with unmatched precision!
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A comic book for pediatric patients, their families and hospitals
The Proton Pro-Team comic book is more than a tale of valor, it is designed to support pediatric patients undergoing proton therapy cancer treatment and will be distributed to hospitals using IBA’s Proteus systems. It turns complex science into a story that captivates and educates, empowering hospital staff and family members to transform cancer treatment into an adventure, with confidence and clarity. The Proton Pro-Team stands with them, illuminating the way with courage and wisdom, supporting them on their proton therapy journey, and inviting everyone to dream, marvel and find strength together.
 | Steve Englehart - comics' most successful writer. |
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Renowned creatives join the proton therapy battle against cancer
Steve Englehart and Mike Jaszewski have teamed up with IBA to bring The Proton Pro-Team to life. Steve Englehart is a legendary comic book writer who has worked with Marvel and DC Studios and created the modern superhero film genre with the "definitive Batman” comics. He wrote memorable runs of Captain America, The Avengers, Doctor Strange, Fantastic Four, The Hulk, The Justice League of America, and many more. Mike Jaszewski has over 30 years of experience in illustration and graphic design and has worked with notable brands Nike, The Gap, Fox NFL, and The Chicago Tribune, to name just a few. Their collaboration combines Englehart's narrative prowess with Jaszewski's artistic talent to offer young readers a unique, hopeful experience and help families make sense of the treatment process in an engaging and reassuring manner.
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The comic is fictional and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician.
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IBA’s leadership in proton therapy#
patients treated with Proteus advanced technology
of all patients treated with IBA proton therapy equipment worldwide
proton therapy treatment centers installed and in development
proton therapy treatment rooms
years of leadership in the field
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PTCOG & IBA data - November 2023