Northwest China's First Proton Therapy Center Opens at Xi'an International Medical Center Hospital, Ushering in a New Era of Precision Cancer Treatment

March 15, 2026 – Xi'an International Medical Center Hospital today announced the official opening of Northwest China's first proton therapy center, representing a historic advancement in precision cancer treatment for the region.

Northwest China's First Proton Therapy Center Opens at Xi'an International Medical Center Hospital, Ushering in a New Era of Precision Cancer Treatment

As the sole medical facility in Northwest China authorized under the national healthcare infrastructure plan to install a proton radiotherapy system, this $140 million center features the cutting-edge Varian ProBeam 360° Proton Therapy System. This technology enables precise stereotactic tumor targeting from any angle while minimizing radiation exposure to healthy surrounding tissues.

Northwest China's First Proton Therapy Center Opens at Xi'an International Medical Center Hospital, Ushering in a New Era of Precision Cancer Treatment

Clinical Excellence:

• Precision Delivery: Utilizing the Bragg Peak effect, proton beams concentrate maximum radiation energy directly at tumor sites

• Expanded Applications: Particularly effective for pediatric cancers, head/neck tumors, hepatobiliary cancers, prostate cancer, and complex cases requiring re-irradiation

• Multidisciplinary Care: Integrated teams of radiation oncologists, medical physicists, pediatric specialists, and oncology nurses develop personalized treatment protocols

The center addresses a critical regional healthcare gap, establishing new standards for cancer treatment across Northwest China. Outpatient services are now available with consultations led by China's leading proton therapy specialists.

Treatment Access:

• Location: Xi'an International Medical Center Hospital

• Services: Proton therapy consultation and treatment scheduling

• Technology: Varian ProBeam 360° with pencil-beam scanning capability