In a quiet room at The Wesley Hospital, pulses of electricity more powerful than a lightning bolt are being precisely controlled to transform prostate cancer treatment. This is the NanoKnife system – made possible through donor support.
Unlike traditional treatments that use heat or cold, this technology can target cancer cells with microscopic precision while preserving the delicate healthy tissue surrounding them.
“For me, it’s not just about the technology – it’s about what it means for each person who walks through our doors,” shares urologist, Dr Peter Campbell, who has been performing surgeries at The Wesley since 2005.
“When someone sits across from me after a diagnosis, they’re facing one of the hardest moments of their life. Having this level of precision technology means I can offer them hope along with treatment options.”
This technology works like a microscopic sculptor, precisely removing cancer cells while preserving the delicate network of nerves and blood vessels that surrounds them.
“The level of expertise here at The Wesley makes it one of the leading prostate cancer treatment centers in Australia,” Wesley Urologist Associate Professor Troy Gianduzzo explained.
“We have excellent trained surgeons, but it’s the combination of expertise and technology that makes the real difference. This isn’t just about having advanced equipment – it’s about having the right tools in the right hands to give our patients the best possible outcomes.”
For Dr Ross Fowler, the impact extends beyond individual procedures.
“Without those donations, we wouldn’t be able to offer the full range of services that we can,” he shared.
The ripple effect of this support touches every aspect of care at The Wesley.
From the initial diagnosis, where advanced imaging helps detect cancer earlier than ever before, to the recovery rooms where patients benefit from shorter hospital stays and faster healing times – your generosity shapes every step of the process.
This is more than a story about medical technology. It’s about a community coming together to ensure that world-class care is available right here in Queensland.
Every donation, whether large or small, adds to this legacy of hope and healing.
Your support isn’t just funding equipment – it’s helping write countless stories of hope, recovery, and renewed life.
As The Wesley continues to advance prostate cancer care, your generosity ensures that more Queenslanders will have access to the most effective treatments available, close to home when they need them most.
