The Proton International London Private Sarcoma Service
At Proton International London, our highly experienced consultant oncologists have an international reputation for providing the highest quality of care to patients with sarcoma. They provide a first-class comprehensive service which includes proton beam therapy.
Who we are
Who we are
At Proton International London we deliver the most effective and precise treatment to our sarcoma patients at our specialist proton beam therapy treatment centre at UCLH.
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An advanced form of radiation therapy with sub-millimetre accuracy on targeting tumors while minimising damage to surrounding healthy tissue.
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Our treatment is provided by globally recognised consultant oncologists in the treatment of sarcomas.
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About the Proton International London Private Sarcoma Service
At Proton International London Private Sarcoma Service, we specialise in treating bone and soft tissue sarcomas using proton beam therapy (PBT).
Located at University College Hospital (UCH), the service is offered by Proton International which brings unmatched global experience and expertise in providing PBT, an advanced and extremely precise form of radiotherapy, to communities across the world.
Our highly respected sarcoma oncologists work in conjunction with our first-class clinical colleagues at UCLH NHS Foundation Trust. They have a strong interest in clinical research and provide a comprehensive and high-quality service to patients with a variety of cancers. They have extensive experience in treating sarcomas, and offer PBT as a unique treatment option in the UK.
The availability of PBT as a treatment is very limited around the world. In spite of its scarce availability, however, it has been shown to be effective in treating specific cancers, including sarcomas.
Sarcomas we treat
At the Proton International London Private Sarcoma Service, we treat a wide range of sarcomas, including:
• Soft tissue sarcomas
• Bone sarcomas
• Chondrosarcomas
• Chordoma
• Osteosarcoma
• Ewing’s sarcoma
• Rhabdomyosarcoma
Our Consultants
Dr Beatrice Seddon
Clinical Oncologist
Sarcoma
Dr Mahbubl Ahmed
Clinical Oncologist
Sarcoma
Dr Naomi Fersht
Clinical Oncologist
Neuro, including sarcoma
Dr Jenny Gains
Clinical Oncologist
Paediatrics, including sarcoma
Dr Michael Kosmin
Clinical Oncologist
Neuro, including sarcoma
Dr Pei Lim
Clinical Oncologist
Paediatrics, including sarcoma
What are the benefits of proton beam therapy for treating sarcomas?
PBT targets and destroys cancer cells using high-energy protons rather than X-rays (photons) or other high-energy radiation sources.
Sometimes called particle therapy, it is very precise in how it delivers a dose to the tumour while sparing normal tissues. It is this enhanced precision and normal tissue sparing compared with photon radiotherapy that provides the particular benefits.
It is considered a good treatment option for certain types of sarcomas for several reasons:
• Proton beam therapy can be precisely aimed and controlled to deliver radiation to a tumour while avoiding exposing surrounding healthy tissue and organs to unnecessary radiation, particularly beyond the tumour – called an ‘exit dose’.
• By sparing healthy tissue, PBT can potentially reduce toxicities during treatment which in turn can reduce the risk of side effects and late toxicities.
• The accuracy with which PBT can be delivered and the normal tissue sparking can allow a high(er) dose of radiation to the tumour, which can be particularly effective for certain types of cancers that are resistant to other treatments.
• Studies suggest that PBT can result in improved outcomes for patients – high rates of tumour control and fewer side effects for certain types of cancers.
Paying for your private sarcoma treatment
The treatment at Proton International London is available to insured and self-pay patients, both from the UK and abroad.
We have agreements with key medical insurance providers and can provide a range of payment options for patients who wish to self-pay. The cost of proton beam therapy will vary depending on the cancer site and the complexity of the treatment required.
Our team is available to discuss costs with you and to advise on payment options.
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If you or someone you know is interested in finding out more about the use of proton beam therapy to treat sarcomas, please contact our team using the form below. We will get back to you as soon as we possibly can.