McLaren Proton Therapy Center

03/12/2026

Cancer survivors in Genesee County can now take part in CrossFit® and Physical Activity: A Better Life Experience (CAPABLE). Created in 2019, CAPABLE is a program developed by researchers at Karmanos Cancer Institute and Wayne State University (WSU) to help adult cancer survivors meet the American Cancer Society (ACS) exercise and strength-training recommendations. Tailored to evaluate and promote the benefits of exercise for survivors' well-being, this program runs for 12 weeks and is free to qualifying cancer survivors. Exercises include interval training, strength training, and conditioning workouts of simple movements performed at scalable levels for each participant. To learn more and register, click the link.

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03/11/2026

The McLaren Proton Therapy Center congratulates Vershawn Williams of Mount Morris. Vershawn rang the bell, marking the end of her breast cancer treatments with us.

03/10/2026

The McLaren Proton Therapy Center has treated our 1,500th patient! After a suspicious area showed up on Cindy Gancarz’s routine mammogram, she was called back in for a breast ultrasound. Her doctor kept an eye on Cindy for another six months before ordering a biopsy. Cindy had breast cancer, and she was anxious about her diagnosis and treatment. Find out how she became a McLaren Proton Therapy Center milestone at the link.

After a suspicious area showed up on Cindy Gancarz’s routine mammogram, she was called back in for a breast ultrasound. “They seemed to be okay with the results, but they did want to see me again in six months,” Cindy said.  “When I went to the McLaren Imaging Center in Flint for my nex...

03/06/2026

The McLaren Proton Therapy Center congratulates Shekha Nelliadi of Mount Pleasant. Shekha rang the bell, marking the end of her breast cancer treatments with us.

03/05/2026

Cancer survivors in Genesee County can finally take part in CrossFit® and Physical Activity: A Better Life Experience (CAPABLE). Created in 2019, CAPABLE is a program developed by researchers at Karmanos Cancer Institute and Wayne State University (WSU) to help adult cancer survivors meet the American Cancer Society (ACS) exercise and strength-training recommendations. Tailored to evaluate and promote the benefits of exercise for survivors' well-being, this program runs for 12 weeks and is free to qualifying cancer survivors. Exercises include interval training, strength training and conditioning workouts of simple movements performed at scalable levels for each participant.
CAPABLE classes will be held at 810 CrossFit in Grand Blanc, starting Monday, March 16. Find more information and register at the link.

The CAPABLE session at 810 CrossFit in Grand Blanc will start on March 16 and conclude in June. CrossFit® and Physical Activity: A Better Life Experience is a program developed by researchers at Karmanos Cancer Institute and Wayne State University (WSU) to help adult cancer survivors meet exercise ...

03/05/2026

The McLaren Proton Therapy Center congratulates Brian Brubaker of Mount Pleasant. Brian rang the bell, marking the end of his cancer treatments with us.

03/05/2026

A cancer diagnosis affects more than just the body — it impacts the mind and spirit, too. 💚

At Karmanos, we believe in caring for the whole person. From counseling and support groups to integrative therapies like art therapy and yoga, we’re here to ensure you never have to walk this journey alone.

Read our latest article to learn about the free mental health resources available to patients, survivors, and caregivers

Hearing the words “you have cancer” can feel like the ground has shifted beneath you. Even before treatment begins, many people experience fear, worry, sadness, or a sense of being overwhelmed. Appointments, test results, side effects, and changes to daily life can take an emotional toll. While ...

03/04/2026

On Black Friday, 2024, 35-year-old Rachel Gustafson woke up with an aching right armpit. When the pain didn’t go away, Rachel, who works in the medical field, went to her doctor, who ordered a mammogram and an ultrasound. A biopsy ultimately revealed Rachel had breast cancer. Read about how she fought cancer head-on with the help of proton therapy at the link below.

On Black Friday, 2024, 35-year-old Rachel Gustafson woke up with an aching right armpit. “I thought it was because of how I was sleeping,” Rachel said. “But the pain didn’t go away, so I started feeling around and noticed a lump that felt like a Tic Tac in my underarm.” Rachel, who works i...

03/04/2026

The McLaren Proton Therapy Center congratulates Daniel Sliwinski of Bay City. Daniel rang the bell, marking the end of his prostate cancer treatments with us.

03/03/2026

Colorectal cancer is on the rise among people younger than 50. Why is this happening, and who should be screened before 45, the age recommended for people at average risk? McLaren Flint surgeon Dr. Mark Mattingly shared answers with WNEM TV5 this week, in honor of Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month.

03/02/2026

The McLaren Proton Therapy Center congratulates James Moore of Flint. James rang the bell, marking the end of his prostate cancer treatments with us.

03/02/2026

Congratulations to McLaren Flint’s February Outstanding Employee of the Month, Christy Wykes, RN. Coworkers say Christy gives her all for the patients in the neuro intensive care unit. Her wonderful disposition also makes her a joy to work beside.
"Christy is loved by everyone who works with her and is requested by patients," said one of her many nominators. "She is kind, compassionate, and has all of the qualities a nurse should possess. She has proven time and again that she can be trusted to always do the right thing. She's consistently put in the charge nurse role because she makes the unit flow smoothly and helps other nurses."