In addition to MD Anderson, other prestigious medical institutions around the world are also making use of this advanced equipment. The Mayo Clinic, which is well - known as the presidential - preferred hospital in the US, is one of them. With its long - standing reputation for comprehensive medical services and patient - centered care, the Mayo Clinic's adoption of Hitachi's proton beam therapy equipment further validates its effectiveness.
Moreover, the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, designated as the only comprehensive pediatric cancer treatment and research institution by the US National Cancer Institute (NCI), and the Heidelberg University Hospital in Germany, which houses the largest - scale oncology department in Europe, have also incorporated Hitachi's proton beam radiotherapy equipment into their treatment regimens. These applications across different regions and types of medical institutions highlight the global recognition of Hitachi's proton beam therapy technology in the fight against cancer, bringing hope to countless cancer patients worldwide.