Francis Medical

Francis Medical Francis Medical is a dynamic medical device company committed to developing urological cancer treatment. Our Mission Is to Be:
Tough on Cancer. With U.S.

Gentle on Patients. Francis Medical develops innovative medical technologies to treat urological cancers while remaining gentle on patients. Our first product, the FDA-cleared Vanquish® Water Vapor Ablation System, uses the natural energy stored in sterile water vapor to ablate targeted prostate tissue through a minimally invasive, transurethral procedure. Our mission is personal. The company is named in memory of Founder Michael Hoey’s father, Francis, who lost his life to prostate cancer in 1991. Inspired by his story, we are committed to creating technologies that help patients avoid the life-altering side effects often associated with traditional prostate cancer therapies. We believe in solutions that help patients quickly return to their normal lives. clearance achieved and international regulatory pathways underway, we are focused on bringing this breakthrough therapy to more people around the world. Follow us for updates, clinical insights, and news about our ongoing mission to improve cancer care.

01/29/2026

🎉 Celebrating the first commercial procedure performed with the FDA 510(k) Cleared Vanquish® Water V***r System for Prostate Tissue Ablation.

We extend our thanks to Dr. Eric Giesler of Urology Austin PLLC, the staff at Pinnacle Surgery Center, and our internal team for their collaboration and commitment.

Congratulations to Francis Medical team members Rich Hill, Amanda Zierden, Dr. Christopher M. Dixon, Michael Hoey, Larry Caplan, and Kyle Knauf, who were on site for this milestone.

To learn more about physicians using the Vanquish System, visit the Physician Locator on our website: francismedical.com/physician-locator/

RX Only. FDA Cleared. See francismedical.com for safety information.

01/27/2026

The Vanquish® Water V***r Ablation System is FDA cleared for prostate tissue ablation. This outpatient, minimally invasive procedure uses water v***r (steam) to ablate targeted tissue, providing a less invasive alternative for men.

Learn what this means for patients: francismedical.com/vanquish-patient

RX Only. FDA Cleared. See francismedical.com for safety information.

01/22/2026

We’re grateful for the opportunity to connect with so many peers at the recent LUGPA 2026 Global Prostate Cancer Congress in Park City, Utah.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the V***R 2 video abstract presentation, and to LUGPA and the organizers for a valuable meeting.

If we didn’t cross paths, contact us: francismedical.com/contact/

01/20/2026

💦 Traditional ablation technologies use conduction from a single point.

When Vanquish® Water V***r Ablation transfers energy convectively through the target prostate tissue, v***r is constrained by natural boundaries of the prostate. This can reduce the potential for incidences of erectile dysfunction and urinary incontinence, which are commonly experienced with traditional prostate ablation methods.

Learn more about this breakthrough technology: francismedical.com/science

RX Only. FDA Cleared. See francismedical.com for safety information.

01/15/2026

🏥 A new year is a great time to set priorities, and your health should be at the top of the list.

Men’s health, including prostate health, is important at every stage of life. Regular screenings and open conversations with your healthcare provider can make a difference.

Start the year by giving your health the priority it deserves and encourage the men in your life to do the same.

Learn more about Francis Medical: francismedical.com

RX Only. FDA Cleared. See francismedical.com for safety information.

01/13/2026

In December, the Francis Medical holiday party brought our team together, reminding us how much we value the people behind our progress. It was a wonderful time to connect, celebrate, and reflect on the year together.

This year’s celebration was especially meaningful as we marked the 510(k) clearance of the Vanquish® Water V***r Ablation System.

Learn more about Vanquish: francismedical.com

RX Only. FDA Cleared. See francismedical.com for safety information.

01/01/2026

Happy New Year from all of us at Francis Medical! 🎉

As we welcome 2026, we’re celebrating a year of growth, innovation, and achievements. In 2025, we:
• Completed V***R 2 Study Enrollment
• Received 510(k) clearance for the Vanquish® Water V***r Ablation System
• Launched our updated website

We’re grateful for our incredible team, partners, and community who make it all possible. Cheers to a new year filled with continued progress, collaboration, and success!

Read more about our milestones: francismedical.com/news

RX Only. FDA Cleared. See francismedical.com for safety information.

12/29/2025

Giving back never felt so good! The Francis Medical team hosted a toy drive for Parents In Community Action (PICA), coming together to purchase and wrap gifts for 24 children aged 1–3 years old through their Wish Tree Program.

We’re proud to foster a company culture where teamwork and community impact go hand in hand.

Learn more about PICA and their mission: https://www.picaheadstart.org/our-mission

Learn more about Francis Medical: francismedical.com

12/22/2025

Happy Holidays from all of us at Francis Medical! ❄️

We’re grateful for our incredible team, partners, and community who make our work possible every day.

Wishing you a joyful holiday season and a bright, healthy start to the New Year!

Learn more about our work: francismedical.com

12/18/2025

Our recent company celebration gave us a chance to recognize the hard work and teamwork that led to 510(k) clearance for the Vanquish® Water V***r Ablation System.

Milestones like this don’t happen overnight, they’re the result of a team committed to meaningful progress and a mission that matters. Grateful for every person who helped make this moment possible.

Learn more about Vanquish: francismedical.com

RX Only. FDA Cleared. See francismedical.com for safety information.

12/11/2025

On November 6, the Francis Medical team gathered for some friendly competition, great food, and even better company. 🌶️🔥​

On November 6, the Francis Medical team gathered for some friendly competition, great food, and even better company. 🌶️🔥

Congratulations to this year’s Chili Cookoff winners:
🏆 Best in Show + Traditional Category: Joe Anderholm
🥦 Veggie Chili Category: Rachael Krzmarzick
🎉 Non-Traditional Category: Bobby Intharath

Events like this highlight the creativity, teamwork, and community that fuel our work every day. Thanks to everyone who participated, judged, tasted, and cheered!

Learn about opportunities to join our team: https://www.francismedical.com/careers/

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7351 Kirkwood Lane North, Suite 130
Maple Grove, MN
55369

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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About Us

Francis Medical is a dynamic medical device company committed to developing urological cancer treatments that are tough on cancer, yet gentle on patients. Our work is fueled by a compassionate belief that cancer can be stopped with minimally invasive treatments. The company’s core values are Quality, Integrity, Innovation, Excellence, and Collaboration.

Prostate Cancer

Using a new platform to treat endourological cancers, water v***r technology, we’re developing a device for treating prostate cancer, the second most common cancer in American men. Currently available prostate cancer treatments often result in life-altering side effects such as urinary incontinence and erectile dysfunction. Water v***r technology is intended to result in minimal side effects, offering a distinct advantage over other treatments.

Francis Medical is named after Francis Hoey, the father of inventor and Francis Medical founder, Michael Hoey. In 1991, after undergoing prostate cancer treatments with debilitating effects on his daily living, Francis died from prostate cancer.