Does the Royal Marsden treat NHS patients?
The Royal Marsden accepts NHS referrals from both GPs and other hospitals within London and the South East for the diagnosis and treatment of common and rare cancers.
How do I get referred to the Royal Marsden Hospital?
If you would like to be treated at The Royal Marsden as a private patient, please ask your family doctor or other consultants involved in your care to refer you. Letters of referral can be sent to the Private Care Contact Centre who will direct your case to the most appropriate consultant for you.
Is the Royal Marsden free?
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Is the Royal Marsden NHS or private?
We treat more than 59,000 NHS and private patients every year, and more private cancer patients than any other UK centre. As a specialist cancer centre, we have the clinical expertise, facilities and technology to provide the very highest levels of private cancer care.
Can I refer myself to the Royal Marsden?
We accept referrals for all types of cancer, for diagnosis, treatment, second opinion and recurrence. Referring your private patients or requesting a private appointment for diagnostic tests or treatment is fast and straightforward.
How long does referral to the Royal Marsden take?
Waiting times. All patients have the right to start NHS consultant-led treatment within 18 weeks from referral. If you are referred to The Royal Marsden because your GP suspects you have cancer, your first appointment will be within two weeks.
What cancers are treated at the Royal Marsden?
Cancer typesGo to Blood cancers.Leukaemia.Hodgkin and non-Hodgkin Lymphoma.Myeloma.
What does the Royal Marsden Hospital Specialise in?
The world's first hospital dedicated to cancer diagnosis, treatment, research and education.
Is there parking at the Royal Marsden Hospital?
Unfortunately there are no parking facilities at the hospital for patients or visitors. You may find it more convenient to travel by public transport or take a taxi.
What is the best hospital in the UK?
St Thomas' Hospital LondonBest Hospitals - United KingdomRankHospital CityScore1St Thomas' Hospital London91.22The Royal Victoria Infirmary Newcastle Upon Tyne90.93University College Hospital London90.64Freeman Hospital Newcastle Upon Tyne90.576 more rows
How much does chemotherapy cost in the UK?
Due to the NHS, there is no cost of chemotherapy in the UK unless one is having private treatment.
Is targeted therapy available on the NHS?
Cancer is generally treated with some combination of surgery, radiotherapy, chemotherapy and, in some cases, targeted therapies and immunotherapy. All of these treatments are expensive, but are typically available on the NHS because they have proven effective in treating the majority of cancers we see here in the UK.
What does the Royal Marsden Hospital Specialise in?
cancer treatmentBased in London and Surrey, The Royal Marsden is a leader in the field of cancer treatment and research. It provides inpatient, day care and outpatient services for all cancers, and pioneers and innovates in cancer nursing, treatment and drug development.
Does Royal Marsden have A and E?
If you dial 999 the ambulance service will take you to your nearest Accident and Emergency (A&E) department. They will not bring you to The Royal Marsden. If the doctor in A&E thinks you need to be transferred to The Royal Marsden, he or she will contact your medical team to discuss this.