en.Wedoany.com Reported - Asan Medical Center has begun construction of a heavy ion therapy center, which is scheduled to open in 2031. With a total floor area of 39,502 square meters across 12 stories, including three basement levels and nine above ground, it will become the largest facility of its kind in South Korea upon completion.

The hospital currently treats approximately one-eighth of all cancer patients in South Korea, receiving about 1.06 million cancer patient visits annually. The hospital stated that this project is part of its precision medicine strategy, aimed at expanding advanced treatment options for patients with refractory cancers.

The facility will utilize a heavy ion therapy system provided by Toshiba, comprising two rotating gantry systems and one fixed beam system. Construction is being carried out by HDC Hyundai Development Company, with HanmiGlobal overseeing supervision work.

Heavy ion therapy uses accelerated carbon ions to target tumors more precisely than conventional radiotherapy, reducing damage to surrounding healthy tissues. This technology is expected to be used for treating refractory cancers such as pancreatic cancer, lung cancer, sarcoma, kidney cancer, and recurrent cancers. Additionally, the center will be equipped with multi-ion beam technology and CT-based image guidance to enhance treatment precision and enable real-time adjustments based on tumor changes.

Attending the groundbreaking ceremony were senior officials from Asan Medical Center, government representatives, and executives from Toshiba, Nikken Sekkei, and HDC Hyundai Development Company.

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