Anchorage Radiation Oncology Center

04/07/2026

HPV (human papillomavirus) is very common, most people will get it at some point. While many infections go away, some can lead to cancer, including cancers of the throat.
Among American Indian and Alaska Native populations:
• HPV is linked to cancers affecting the throat, cervix, and more
• Throat cancers are the most common HPV-related cancer in men
Providers across Alaska are seeing more HPV-related head & neck cancers. Knowing your risk and talking to a provider can make a difference.

04/03/2026

In Alaska and the U.S., head & neck cancers are increasing, many linked to preventable risk factors like HPV. Symptoms can be easy to miss but the good news is that when found early, they are often highly treatable.
Watch for:
• Persistent sore throat
• Hoarseness
• Lump in the neck
If something doesn’t feel right, please see a provider. Early detection can save lives, especially here at home in Alaska.

04/01/2026

Here at AROC we strive to utilize all resources to their fullest potential. A big shoutout to our team for their commitment to efficiency and zero waste 😂

04/01/2026

Through the support of Aurora Integrated Oncology Foundation, we are proud to share a $5,000 donation to Hospice of Anchorage, helping ensure individuals and families in our Anchorage community receive comfort, dignity, and support when they need it most.

💚We are honored to support organizations making such an impactful difference in our local community.

03/23/2026

🎗Across Alaska, we stand alongside patients, families, and caregivers affected by multiple myeloma. While multiple myeloma can bring uncertainty, there is real and growing hope. Advancements in treatment, ongoing research, and strong support systems are helping more Alaskans live longer, fuller lives.

This month, we raise awareness, encourage early conversations, and honor every story. Together, we can continue to bring support and hope to those navigating multiple myeloma.

03/20/2026

🌱On this Spring Equinox, we welcome the return of light, even if winter hasn’t quite loosened its grip. This season has tested us. The cold, the storms, the long days in between. And for many walking through cancer care, that weight can feel even heavier.
💚Brighter days are coming, in ways both big and small. We are here with you, through every season. Happy Spring, Alaska! We look forward to the midnight sun and all the wonderful things that summer brings.

03/17/2026

Today, we’re especially grateful for the strength, spirit, and resilience of the incredible people we serve across Alaska.
We are reminded how lucky we are to walk alongside our patients and their families. Thank you for trusting us with your journey.
Wishing everyone a day filled with hope, comfort, and a little extra luck 🍀

03/16/2026

👋 Radiation medicine has powerful uses beyond cancer treatment! We treat Plantar Fasciitis, Osteoarthritis, Keloids, Dupuytren's Contracture and other benign conditions.
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03/13/2026

💚March is Social Work Month, and we’re proud to recognize our incredible oncology social worker. "This March, we are celebrating one of our most incredible team members, Shirlie, our oncology social worker extraordinaire!
Shirlie is the definition of resourceful. Whether she's coordinating cancer care across the entire state, dismantling barriers that stand between patients and the treatment they need or showing up with unwavering compassion during a patient's most vulnerable moments, she finds a way. Every single time.
No challenge is too complex, no barrier too great. As you would expect from anyone from Kodiak, Shirlie doesn't just connect patients to resources, she becomes the bridge when there isn't one." - Dr. Michael Green

Oncology social workers help patients and families navigate the emotional, practical, and financial challenges of cancer care and Shirlie does it with unmatched dedication and compassion. Thank you for being such an essential part of our cancer care team!

03/10/2026

🚨Scholarship Opportunity, please share! Healthcare Excellence Scholarship Fund: Aurora Integrated Oncology Foundation offers scholarships to help Alaskan students reach their full potential and improve healthcare in their communities. The scholarship supports students pursuing degrees at accredited U.S. schools. Up to ten (10) students from across Alaska will be selected to ensure statewide representation. Preference is given to students who plan to return to Alaska if they pursue education outside the state. Due March 15th.
👉Apply Here: https://alaskacf.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/create/fund?funit_id=13018

03/05/2026

AROC is thrilled to give Access Alaska, Inc. $2,250.00 to support their mission to encourage and promote the total integration of people who experience a disability and senior Alaskans to live independently in the community of their choice.
Every patient who completes treatment at AROC helps us direct charitable giving each quarter to local nonprofits that are doing great work in our community.

03/05/2026

🌄We’re honored to be a Radiating Hope Center of Excellence! Thanks to Dr. John Halligan, Dr. Jamie Blom, Dr. William Magnuson, and Dr. Larry Daugherty for their leadership and continued support of this important work in 2026. 🇮🇹We’re also excited that representatives from Alaska will be participating in Radiating Hope’s fundraising expedition in the Dolomites in Italy this June, climbing iconic via ferrata routes and raising awareness and support for global cancer care.
🎗️We’re proud to stand with organizations making a difference both in Alaska and worldwide.

🩺When Medical Leadership Meets Global Compassion 🌍

Radiating Hope extends heartfelt thanks to Dr. John Halligan, Dr. Jamie Blom, Dr. William Magnuson, and Dr. Larry Daugherty for their continued support in 2026 of our Centers of Excellence Program in Alaska, which includes these outstanding centers:

-Anchorage Radiation Oncology Center
-Peninsula Radiation Oncology Center
-Mat-Su Valley Cancer Center
-Alaska CyberKnife Center

While they care for patients in their own communities, their generosity also helps Radiating Hope expand access to cancer treatment for patients in need around the world. 💛

🏔️ And the impact doesn’t stop there…

This June, we’re proud to host four representatives from our Alaska Centers of Excellence on a special fundraising expedition to the Dolomites in Italy. Together, our team will climb iconic via ferrata routes and stay in mountain huts high in the Alps — raising critical funds and awareness with every step.

If your cancer center is interested in joining the Centers of Excellence Program, we’d love to connect:

📩 info@radiatinghope.org