What is clinical oncology?
Clinical oncology uses radiotherapy and systemic therapy to treat and manage cancer, without surgery. Radiotherapy treats cancer using exact and carefully measured doses of radiation directed to the specific area of the body where the cancer is. Systemic therapy includes chemotherapy, hormone therapy and biological agents. Clinical oncologists manage all different types of cancer and work as part of a multidisciplinary team to give you a tailored approach to treatment. Clinical oncology is an area where many new technologies are developing. We offer the most advanced radiotherapy technology including RapidArc. Our two state-of-the-art linear accelerators allow image guided radiotherapy, and RapidArc can be used on both machines to deliver radiotherapy faster and with greater accuracy than previous treatments. Treatment times can be reduced to as little as three minutes.
Our oncology expertise
With modern screening facilities, the latest treatments and ongoing support, we offer comprehensive cancer care from diagnosis to recovery.
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Intraoperative radiotherapy
Need to know
The pioneer of TARGIT IORT, Professor Jayant Vaidya, is a key member of the breast care team at The Princess Grace Hospital. Professor Vaidya's approach to treating breast cancer uses Intrabeam® to deliver a precise dose of radiation into the breast, limiting the need for radiotherapy after surgery.
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CyberKnife treatment
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CyberKnife® delivers multiple beams of high-dose radiation to tumours with incredible accuracy. Unlike traditional surgery, treatment is given as an outpatient procedure with little or no recovery time, meaning you can get back to your usual routine faster.
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Gamma Knife treatment
Need to know
The Leksell Gamma Knife isn't a knife at all. It was developed by a Swedish neurosurgeon who wanted to emphasize surgical precision in its delivery of gamma rays. As a state-of-the-art piece of equipment it allows a consultant to direct radiation beams to specific areas within a patient's head without...
How does Gamma Knife treatment work?
Our oncologists
Our locations
From complex cancer surgery to diagnostic tests and procedures, we provide exceptional oncology care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
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HCA UK at University College Hospital
15th Floor, University College Hospital
235 Euston Road
London NW1 2BU
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