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From Diagnosis to Hope: Bob\u2019s Prostate Cancer Journey<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n
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When Bob Palmer received his prostate cancer diagnosis, he was shocked\u2014but he wasn\u2019t unprepared. Having lost his father to the disease in 2009, Bob had made a habit of regular screenings. Yet, like many others, his access to care was disrupted during the COVID-19 pandemic, delaying routine checkups. By the time he got tested again, his PSA levels had risen, and the diagnosis was clear. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIt was just shock, really. I\u2019d been diligent, but there it was. I had prostate cancer.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n

At first, doctors recommended the standard treatments\u2014robotic prostatectomy and radiation therapy. Bob, however, wasn\u2019t ready to accept those as his only options. He began researching alternatives, looking for a treatment that didn\u2019t just aim to cure the disease but also promised fewer potential complications.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cTo be honest, none of the treatments really seemed sympathetic to what a man goes through when they hear the words, \u2018You have prostate cancer.\u2019 I had to consider the potential side effects and the recovery time. Society sees prostate cancer as curable, but it doesn\u2019t always consider what that cure costs in quality of life.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Just two weeks before his scheduled prostatectomy surgery, a friend mentioned a new option: the TULSA-PRO procedure, an ultrasound procedure guided by MRI that is minimally invasive and doesn\u2019t require incisions.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cMy friend said, \u2018I\u2019m not a doctor, but you\u2019ve got to look into this.\u2019 And that conversation changed everything.\u201d  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

After researching TULSA-PRO, Bob found himself at ease.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIt was a relief. The idea that there was something noninvasive, outpatient, and precise\u2014it just made sense. I actually looked forward to figuring out how to make it happen.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n

He underwent the procedure in July 2023, and he reports the experience was efficient and surprisingly seamless.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI was in treatment for about an hour and a half and out that same afternoon. I even went to dinner with friends and family that night.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n

He noted there was discomfort associated with the catheter he had for about a week, but compared to a lengthy hospital stay and possible long-term complications, Bob calls it a minor inconvenience.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWithin 10 days, I was back in the gym and on vacation with my kids.\u201d  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now cancer free for over a year, Bob has become a passionate advocate for TULSA. He has shared his experience with friends, family, and even policymakers, participating in the Foundation\u2019s Capitol Hill fly-in event which raised awareness about the benefits of focused ultrasound and other incisionless treatments for conditions like prostate disease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIt\u2019s a labor of love. People need to know there are options beyond surgery and radiation. This technology is like something out of Star Trek\u2014a noninvasive, precise treatment with minimal downtime. And if cancer ever comes back, I can have the same procedure again. That\u2019s not true for surgery or radiation.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n

His message to other men is clear: \u201cBe proactive about your health. Get your screenings. And if you hear those words\u2014\u2018You\u2019ve got prostate cancer\u2019\u2014I encourage you to see if ultrasound therapies could be your answer.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bob appeared on the Foundation\u2019s Curing with Sound podcast in <\/em>January 2025<\/strong><\/em><\/a> and discussed his story alongside a patient advocate from Profound Medical in a June 2025<\/a><\/strong> podcast.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

All patient stories featured on the Curing with Sound podcast and the Focused Ultrasound Foundation’s website are personal accounts of an individual\u2019s experience with focused ultrasound treatment. Please be aware that each patient\u2019s situation is unique, and outcomes may vary. The information provided in this story should not be considered as medical advice or a guarantee of specific results. It is important to consult with a qualified healthcare provider to discuss your condition and determine the best treatment options for you. The Focused Ultrasound Foundation does not endorse any specific treatment or medical procedure and encourages all patients to seek professional medical guidance tailored to their individual needs.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_searchwp_excluded":"","_editorskit_title_hidden":false,"_editorskit_reading_time":0,"_editorskit_is_block_options_detached":false,"_editorskit_block_options_position":"{}","episode_type":"","audio_file":"","podmotor_file_id":"","podmotor_episode_id":"","cover_image":"","cover_image_id":"","duration":"","filesize":"","filesize_raw":"","date_recorded":"","explicit":"","block":"","itunes_episode_number":"","itunes_title":"","itunes_season_number":"","itunes_episode_type":"","_vp_format_video_url":"","_vp_image_focal_point":[],"footnotes":""},"sw_profile_cat":[303],"class_list":["post-35567","sw_profile","type-sw_profile","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nBob Palmer - Focused Ultrasound Foundation<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fusfoundation.org\/profiles\/bob-palmer\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Bob Palmer\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"From Diagnosis to Hope: Bob\u2019s Prostate Cancer Journey When Bob Palmer received his prostate cancer diagnosis, he was shocked\u2014but he wasn\u2019t unprepared. 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