Core Insights - Profound Medical Corp has entered into an exclusive distribution and supply agreement for its TULSA-PRO system with Getz Healthcare in Australia and New Zealand, marking a significant step in advancing precision prostate care in these regions [1][3] Company Overview - Profound Medical Corp is a commercial-stage medical device company that develops and markets AI-powered, MRI-guided, incision-free therapies for the ablation of diseased tissue [6][8] - The TULSA-PRO system is the only AI-powered, MR-guided robotic system for prostate therapy, allowing real-time MRI thermography and autonomous temperature control [2][7] Product Details - The TULSA Procedure is a significant advancement in prostate care, utilizing robotically controlled, directional ultrasound to precisely ablate prostate tissue while protecting surrounding structures [2][7] - The procedure is incision- and radiation-free, performed in a single session, and has shown to preserve patients' urinary continence and sexual function [7][8] - TULSA-PRO is CE marked, Health Canada approved, and 510(k) cleared by the U.S. FDA [8] Market Context - Prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in men in Australasia, highlighting the importance of the TULSA-PRO system in addressing this health issue [3] - The partnership with Getz Healthcare aims to expand the reach of TULSA-PRO and explore additional key markets across the Asia Pacific region [3][5] Strategic Initiatives - Profound Medical is deploying its own direct sales team in North America while partnering with strategic distribution partners globally to support business potential [3]
Profound Medical Announces Strategic Distribution Agreement with Getz Healthcare to Bring TULSA-PRO® to Australia and New Zealand