An exciting update on our project... From Graham Fulford, founder of GFCT Focal Therapy: "I'm delighted to inform you that we've now raised a total of £352,000 through a combination of donations and loans. We are now in position to fund the first of our target of helping three NHS hospitals to offer life changing HIFU treatment for prostate cancer! A huge thank you to all of our supporters. We're working very hard with a number of hospita...

Paul Sayer on "Curing with Sound" podcast by the Focused Ultrasound Foundation—an enlightening listen. Summary of the episode by Focused Ultrasound Foundation: In this episode of Curing with Sound, we hear from Paul Sayer, a prostate cancer survivor from the United Kingdom, whose life was transformed by focused ultrasound treatment. Diagnosed with aggressive prostate cancer in 2018 and initially advised to undergo surgery, Paul took the initiative to research alter...

Graham Fulford, founder of GFCT and GFCT Focal Therapy, was diagnosed with prostate cancer early this year. An update from Graham:  I have now received the results of my most recent PSA test, which has come back at 3.44, slightly lower than my previous result. Barring any unexpected findings from the outstanding Prostatype test, I will proceed with the next PSA test in September, followed by an MRI scan in October. Encouraging news, as you might agree! Interestingly...

On 25th April 2025, Northampton General Hospital launched their new NHS Focal Therapy Service which marked a major step forward in the treatment of prostate cancer in the Midlands, bringing HIFU treatment to prostate cancer patients in the region.  Fri 9th May Update We understand the hospital will be treating its first patients with HIFU on 4th June 2025. At GFCT, we want to say a huge congratulations to everyone involved in this groundbreaking moment for men in the Mid...

Graham Fulford, founder of GFCT and GFCT Focal Therapy, was diagnosed with prostate cancer early this year. An update from Graham: “It's now 4 months since my initial diagnosis so I'm going for my first follow up PSA test today. If progression is indicated, HIFU focal therapy may well be my first line of defence. Wish me luck!” - Graham  Read Graham’s story, dated 7th March 2025:  My Journey to Date Having run a prostate health awarene...

We're making steady progress on our mission to help NHS hospitals get the necessary technology to be able to offer HIFU treatment for prostate cancer patients. Our progress has included conversations with various hospitals based in the North of England and indeed, in all four home countries. The successful launch of the Northampton Hospital HIFU facility last Friday has been great for raising awareness for this new treatment method and the benefits that it provides. We ho...

 Today marks a major step forward in the treatment of prostate cancer in the Midlands, as University Hospitals of Northamptonshire officially launch a new NHS Focal Therapy Service at Northampton General Hospital. This brings high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) treatment to NHS prostate cancer patients in the region for the first time.  Graham Fulford MBE, founder of GFCT Focal Therapy, is attending the official launch today and shared his thoughts:“I’m delighted ...

 Hello from GFCT Focal Therapy! Who We Are & Our Mission: At GFCT Focal Therapy, our mission is to expand access to focal therapy treatment for prostate cancer by equipping NHS hospitals with the necessary HIFU machines. GFCT Focal Therapy was established by Graham Fulford after a conversation with Professor Hashim Ahmed of Imperial College. Professor Ahmed highlighted the need for HIFU equipment in all hospitals participating in the TRANSFORM trial. This led to the creat...