Naples, FL, January 21, 2025 —Naples Comprehensive Health (NCH) is proud to announce that it is the first in Florida to provide Pulsed Electric Field (PEF) ablation, a groundbreaking treatment for patients with tumors. This milestone highlights NCH’s leadership in advancing cancer care in the state.
The FDA-cleared Aliya® PEF System uses high-frequency, short-duration pulsed electric fields to ablate soft tissue with unparalleled precision and allows the opportunity to treat the area at the time of biopsy. By preserving healthy tissue and avoiding thermal injury, this approach significantly reduces recovery times and improves outcomes for patients with complex tumors.
This innovative procedure, performed using the Aliya® PEF System developed by Galvanize Therapeutics, is distinguished by its high safety profile and its ability to stimulate the immune system by releasing tumor antigens as cells are ablated. This immune response can potentially protect the patient from tumor growth, even at other locations. Additionally, PEF minimizes collateral damage, making it a safer option for treating tumors located near major blood vessels and airways.
The procedure was conducted by Dr. David Lindner, pulmonologist at NCH, in collaboration with oncologist, Dr. Stephen Newman. Together, they have brought this advanced therapy to Southwest Florida, setting the stage for its broader adoption across the state.
“What makes this therapy so unique is not just its precision and safety, but also its potential to harness the body’s immune system to fight cancer,” said Dr. Lindner. “We are excited to lead the way in providing this cutting-edge treatment to patients in Florida.”
“Introducing PEF ablation to Florida underscores NCH’s commitment to offering our patients the most advanced and effective treatments available,” said Paul Hiltz, President and CEO at NCH. “This is a significant step forward in our mission to lead in cancer care across the region.”
For information about this treatment, visit galvanizetx.com.
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