With the rapid advancement of cancer treatment technologies, proton therapy, as a cutting-edge precision radiotherapy technique, is gradually becoming a key area of development in oncology. As the Healthy China strategy continues to progress, China’s high-end medical technologies are undergoing rapid development, creating a growing demand for skilled professionals. During the 14th Five-Year Plan period, the country has optimised policies on the allocation of large-scale medical equipment, accelerating the construction of proton therapy centres across more regions, enabling this advanced technology to benefit a wider range of patients. Looking ahead to the upcoming 15th Five-Year Plan period, we are confident that proton therapy will achieve new milestones, with the cultivation of professional talent being critical to driving progress in this field.

In conjunction with hosting this year’s International Particle Therapy Conference—the 5th Annual Conference of PTCOG-AO—HKSH Cancer Centre is proud to launch its Proton Therapy Training Programme. This initiative aims to further promote the widespread clinical application of proton therapy technology and enhance the professional expertise of practitioners in the field.

This training programme has been jointly designed by HKSH and internationally renowned proton therapy experts from the Mayo Clinic AZ. The programme aims to provide participants with comprehensive theoretical instruction and practical training, enabling them to gain an in-depth understanding of the clinical implementation of pencil beam scanning proton therapy. It also seeks to promote the standardisation and efficiency of proton therapy applications.

In addition, the curriculum integrates the latest industry trends and clinical demands, offering participants clinical and physics training that meets the highest international standards. This initiative paves the way for advanced education in radiation oncology across Asia, providing cutting-edge and practical learning opportunities.

The training programme will take place from August 2025 to June 2026 and will primarily be delivered in Mandarin. Professionals in the following fields are encouraged to apply:




The curriculum has been meticulously designed based on the professional roles and practical needs of oncologists, medical physicists, and radiation therapists/dosimetrists. It is structured into three key modules: online lectures, virtual chart rounds (VCR), and a five-day on-site clinical attachment at the HKSH Cancer Centre. The programme combines cutting-edge advancements with practical relevance, aiming to help participants systematically master the core technologies and latest developments in proton therapy. It also enables them to proficiently apply the theories and methodologies of precision radiotherapy, thereby enhancing their clinical application capabilities comprehensively.

Through this training, participants will not only be equipped to introduce internationally leading technologies to their medical institutions but will also be able to provide more precise and efficient medical services to patients. Upon successful completion of the programme, participants will receive a training certificate from the HKSH Cancer Centre, which serves as a mark of recognition and endorsement from a renowned professional institution, supporting their career advancement.