Providing Gamma Ray therapy for cancer care

The Kubtec GammaPRO was funded by the Blake Pottle Foundation for use at Providence Swedish Issaquah to support cancer care within the surgical unit.

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The GammaPRO® is a wireless gamma detection (gamma probe) system used in the operating room to help surgeons locate radioactive tracers placed in or near tumors or lymph nodes. It’s often used in procedures such as sentinel lymph node biopsy for breast cancer, melanoma, parathyroid surgery, and other oncologic applications where precise localization of radiolabeled tissue matters.  

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The Blake Pottle Foundation was grateful to be able to fund this investment at Providence Swedish Issaquah.

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Kubtec GammaPRO Patient Impact Benefits Include: 

• Designed for minimally invasive surgery, allowing access through small incisions. 

• High sensitivity and directional feedback help surgeons find sentinel lymph nodes or radioactive seeds more accurately, which can reduce unnecessary tissue removal. This supports better surgical outcomes. 

• Clear readouts help the surgical team make decisions quickly 

• Supports multiple isotopes (e.g., Tc-99m, I-125, F-18, Ga-68, etc.) and can monitor multiple tracers simultaneously — ideal for complex radio-guided procedures. 

• Designed for sentinel lymph node biopsy, parathyroid surgery, head & neck cancers, and potentially other radio-guided applications — adding flexibility to surgical practices. 

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Surgeon Benefit Impact Include: 

• Breast surgeons performing SLNB during cancer surgery 

• Oncologic surgeons needing precise localization of radiolabeled tissue 

• Minimally invasive surgeons working in tight anatomical spaces 

• OR teams seeking streamlined, wireless intraoperative tools 

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Investments like this reflect the Blake Pottle Foundation’s commitment to supporting practical tools that directly assist medical teams in delivering cancer care. By funding equipment used every day in clinical settings, the Foundation aims to contribute to care that is precise, efficient, and focused on patient well-being.

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