UT Health East Texas doctors perform first case with Galvanize’s Aliya PEF System to treat soft tissue tumors pressure
Tyler, Texas (June 27, 2025) — UT Health Tyler has another tool to fight soft tissue tumors. Galvanize’s Aliya PEF system is used to break tumors up from the inside, and make them immunogenic, meaning the body fights them. This robot-assisted treatment can be used on lung tumors with a robotic bronchoscope or other soft tissue tumors with a minimally invasive approach.
The procedure allows the doctor to insert a catheter directly into the tumor and blast some high-frequency, high-voltage electric current through the tumor. This not only ablates the tumor but also makes the tumor more immunogenic. Instead of previous ablation procedures that would use microwave heat and extreme cold, this uses an electrical pulse that is delivered in a non-thermal capacity, causing cell death of the targeted tissue and keeping healthy tissue intact while killing tumor cells.
“As a hospital, embracing innovation and technology isn’t just about staying ahead — it’s about delivering better care, faster recoveries and healthier outcomes for the communities we serve every day,” said Jimmy Clark, chief operating officer at UT Health Tyler. “By integrating cutting-edge technology like Aliya, we’re transforming patient care and making healthcare more accessible, efficient and impactful for our entire community.”
If you have soft cell tumors, talk to your care team, or schedule an appointment by calling 903-596-DOCS (3627).
About UT Health East Texas
UT Health East Texas provides care to thousands of patients each year through an extensive regional network that includes nine hospitals, more than 90 clinics, the Olympic Plaza Tower, 13 regional rehabilitation facilities, two freestanding emergency centers, regional home health services, an EMS fleet of more than 65 ambulances and four helicopters, and a comprehensive eight-trauma center care network, including the region’s only Level 1 trauma facility.
As a partner with The University of Texas System, UT Health East Texas is uniquely positioned to provide patients with access to leading-edge research and clinical therapies while training and educating the next generation of physicians and other health professionals. The nationally recognized UT System also includes The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, as well as three other major university medical centers located throughout the state.
