One team, one plan: helping kids access proton therapy when time matters mostWhen a child is diagnosed with a brain tumor, speed and coordination of care can be just as critical as treatment itself. That’s exactly what played out for Dominic, a Ferndale resident who was diagnosed with medulloblastoma — a fast-growing, cancerous brain tumor — just days before his 10th birthday. This behind-the-scenes coordination allows children, like Dominic, to access advanced treatments like proton therapy within critical timelines without fragmentation in care. Corewell Health radiation oncologist Dr. Prakash Chinnaiyan is now consulted on nearly every pediatric brain tumor case in the state requiring radiation, working closely with referring physicians to align care quickly. And Corewell Health Children’s pediatric oncologist Dr. Kaydee Kaiser helps coordinate chemotherapy alongside radiation, ensuring treatment plans remain seamless across institutions.