This episode of the CyberKnife: Beyond Cancer discusses the work of the Stan Bowley Trust charity and their efforts to raise funds for CyberKnife radiotherapy treatment for cancer patients. The trust was set up in memory of Stan Bowley, whose life was extended by CyberKnife treatment after being diagnosed with an inoperable cancer.

Ian Bowley, from the Stan Bowley Trust, talks about his brother Alan (known as Stan) and the history of the trust. He shares the various fundraising events they hold each year including a ball with over 300 people in attendance.

Tim Wilson, from Logistics World, explains how he got involved in sponsoring the trust's events to support cancer patients. Both emphasise the importance of funding this innovative treatment and helping more people access it on the NHS.

The conversation provides information on CyberKnife technology, the clinical trials process, and the trust's ongoing goals. It highlights the significant impact of the charity in helping to fund the first CyberKnife machine in Birmingham and continue supporting cancer patients.

Guests

Ian Bowley - Co-founder of the Stan Bowley Trust, which was set up in memory of his brother Alan (known as Stan). Ian describes Stan's story of being diagnosed with three different cancers and how CyberKnife treatment successfully treated one of the tumors, extending his life. As a trustee, Ian continues to lead the charity's fundraising efforts.

Tim Wilson - Managing Director of Logistics World, a business that sponsors events for the Stan Bowley Trust. Tim explains how he got involved with the charity after meeting Ian. As a supporter, Tim values giving back through sponsorships and helping increase awareness of smaller charities like this that funds cancer treatments.

Key Takeaways

The Stan Bowley Trust was set up to honour Stan's memory and help others after CyberKnife successfully treated his otherwise inoperable tumour - showing how it can give hope in tough situations.

CyberKnife is a robotic technology that can precisely target tumours while avoiding healthy tissue damage, giving patients an alternative to more traditional treatments.

Throughout the year, the trust puts on some great fundraising events, especially their annual ball, to support the life-changing CyberKnife program at a local hospital.

Best Moments

"CyberKnife absolutely worked, you know, 100% was a success.”

"The results are phenomenal. They really are. And, you know, whilst we want to push it and push it and push it, and these clinical trials have been ongoing now for getting 10 years. You can't, you can't rush these things.”

"It's not all about the money that's raised, it's about the awareness.”

The Stan Bowley Trust

The aim of the Stan Bowley Trust is to raise money for CyberKnife, increase awareness of CyberKnife treatments and provide information for patients and their families.

If you'd like to find out more about CyberKnife radiotherapy treatment, the Stan Bowley trust and the work we do then visit our website, thestanbowleytrust.org

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