In 2020, an estimated 28,570 Alabamians* will be diagnosed with cancer. Proton therapy, the next generation of radiation oncology, reduces the dose of radiation to the healthy surrounding tissue and nearby organs which leads to fewer side effects, positive long-term outcomes and improved quality of life in patients. The first proton therapy center opened in … Read More
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Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) to Locate Underground Utilities
BHATE offers ground penetrating radar solutions (GPR) for the designation of subsurface utilities. With GPR surveys, we can quickly identify and mark the location and depth of service utilities – gas, communications, sewer lines – and other metallic and non-metallic targets including underground storage tanks and PVC pipes. When would GPR be useful? Utility detection … Read More
Thomasville Regional Medical Center Construction Begins
BHATE is pleased to announced being selected to provide geotechnical evaluation, construction materials testing and special inspection services for the new Thomasville Regional Medical Center in Thomasville, Alabama. Valued at over $24 million, this state-of-the-art facility will encompass 82,700 square feet and will include a 29 bed hospital and a medical office building. The new … Read More
Proton International Breaks Ground on Proton Therapy Treatment Center
*Read the updated announcement following project completion of the Proton International at UAB Proton International, in conjunction with the University of Alabama at Birmingham, broke ground on Proton International at UAB on January 31, 2018. This innovative facility will be the first proton therapy facility in the state and is expected to be treating cancer … Read More