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Cancer care
At HCA Healthcare UK we understand the complexities that come with being diagnosed with cancer. We've asked a selection of our experienced oncology consultants and specialist clinical teams some of their best advice and guidance on a range of topics around cancer diagnosis, treatments and life after diagnosis.
Breast cancer
Advice from Professor Amtul Carmichael on checking your breasts
Professor Amtul Carmichael is an experienced Oncoplastic Breast Surgeon, here she shares her reflections on breast cancer awareness month and her personal advice for checking your breasts, and why it's so important to check your underarms too.
Signs and symptoms of breast cancer and how we diagnose it
Breast cancer is one of the most common forms of cancer in the UK, and while it predominantly affects women over the age of 50, it can also be found in younger women and also in men. That's why it's important to be aware of the symptoms of breast cancer and check regularly for any changes.
Here, Mr Daniel Leff, Consultant Oncoplastic Breast Surgeon at The Harley Street Clinic outlines the changes to look out for and how the team work together to provide a swift diagnosis.
Life after breast cancer surgery: Offering women comfort and familiarity via our bra and prosthesis service
Oonagh Mead, Breast Care Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) at London Breast Institute, part of The Princess Grace Hospital, talks to us about the bra and prosthesis service that she helped set up at the institute, and how wonderful it is that she is able to see her patients all the way through their journey with us - from their diagnosis and treatment all the way through to their fitting.
Prostate Cancer
Advances in radiotherapy for prostate cancer and how they are improving treatment outcomes
Consultant Clinical Oncologist, Vinod Mullassery, shares his expert insights on the latest advancements in radiotherapy treatment options for prostate cancer.
The 10 most commonly asked questions about prostate cancer
Dr Niaz Khan, GP at HCA Healthcare UK, answers the top 10 questions he gets asked by patients about prostate cancer, including questions about risk factors, symptoms and the impact treatment can have.
How will prostate cancer affect my sex life?
Amy Spurdens, Urology Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) at London Bridge Hospital, part of HCA Healthcare UK, talks us through some of the common worries and the support and treatment available.
Bowel Cancer
Q&A with Mr Jonathan Wild on the symptoms of bowel cancer
Mr Jonathan Wild is a consultant colorectal and general surgeon at The Wilmslow Hospital and The Christie Private Care. After completing his specialist training, he went on to gain further experience with fellowships in advanced laparoscopic colorectal surgery, advanced pelvic oncology and peritoneal surface malignancy.
The rise of bowel cancer in a younger population
Mr Alastair Windsor, Consultant Colorectal Surgeon, Director for Cancer Surgery and Chairman of the GI Tumour Board at HCA Healthcare UK, explains the theories behind the age risk factor change and gives his advice on how best to manage this increased incidence and risk.
New era of bowel cancer treatment
Expert oncologists from HCA UK talk about the latest breakthroughs in bowel cancer treatment and what advancements are driving the future.
Gynaecological Cancer
How three expert surgeons united to deliver pioneering surgery for advanced ovarian cancer
When 77-year-old Mrs Davies was diagnosed with advanced ovarian cancer, Mr Ahmad Sayasneh, consultant gynaecological cancer surgeon at London Bridge Hospital, part of HCA Healthcare UK, worked quickly to recruit expert surgeons in other medical specialties, from across the HCA Healthcare UK network, who operated alongside him to deliver pioneering cancer surgery.
Gynaecological cancers and the signs to look out for
We take a look at the signs and symptoms of the most common gynaecological cancers.
Understanding ovarian cancer risk factors and ways to reduce your personal risk
Each year around 7,500 people are diagnosed with ovarian cancer in the UK, making it the 6th most common cancer diagnosed in women.
Skin Cancer
Understanding skin cancer risk factors
The majority of skin cancers are caused by overexposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation, either from the sun, sunbeds or tanning lamps, but there are other important factors to be aware of which can increase your risk of developing skin cancer, including your age, your skin type and other medical conditions.
Testicular Cancer
Testicular cancer: Signs and symptoms to look out for
By Mr Jeremy Oates, consultant urological surgeon at The Wilmslow Hospital, part of HCA Healthcare UK.
Everything you need to know about testicular cancer
Since the early 1990’s the number of men diagnosed with testicular cancer has increased by more than a quarter, today over 2,000 men are diagnosed with testicular cancer each year in the UK and the majority of these men are under the age of 45.
Other Cancer blogs and articles
How can I help someone with cancer?
Sometimes it can be difficult to support someone who is living with cancer as you might be unsure of what to say or how you can help. Here, Dr Kate Harrison, Consultant Psychologist at The Christie Private Care, shares her tips on how you can overcome these barriers and have meaningful, impactful conversations.
Blood cancer: Myeloma and Covid-19
Dr Majid Kazmi, Consultant Haematologist, at Private Care at Guy’s, explains how COVID-19 has affected myeloma treatment and explains some of the ways care has continued safely even at the peak of the pandemic.
Don't lump them all together - a spotlight on sarcoma
As many as two in every 1000 of us will develop a lipoma during our lives. In the UK in fact, over 4000 are detected each year. These very common soft tissue lumps are usually non-malignant, and patients are often reassured to hear that they don’t need treatment.
Looking for more information
Our cancer teams have put together some information to help guide you through our cancer care services at HCA Healthcare UK.
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