Proton beam therapy protects what matters. Understand the difference.
Learn moreAt Proton International London, the UK’s only private proton beam therapy service, we deliver precise, protective, and powerful cancer treatment.
What is proton beam therapy?
Proton beam therapy is an advanced type of radiotherapy that uses highly charged particles to deliver radiation to cancer cells, to stop them growing and spreading.
Learn moreWhat are the benefits?
Proton beam therapy targets tumours with greater precision than traditional radiotherapy, reducing the risk of short and long-term side effects.
Read about the benefitsWhat can I expect?
Proton beam therapy treatment sessions usually take around an hour, five days a week, for several weeks. It is delivered via a specialist proton beam machine from outside the body and is painless.
What to expectWho is it for?
Proton beam therapy is suitable for treating cancer where precision is vital to avoid damage to healthy cells, such as in children and adults with brain, spinal, and prostate cancer (among others).
Am I suitable for proton beam therapy?Welcome to the UK’s only private proton beam therapy centre
At Proton International London, we offer an advanced form of radiotherapy known as proton beam therapy (PBT).
Treatment is available to private patients from the UK and worldwide at our treatment centre in the esteemed University College London Hospitals (UCLH).
If you are here, then perhaps you are researching cancer treatment for yourself or a loved one. Firstly, we understand how overwhelming this can feel, and we’re here to offer clarity and reassurance. Our website is designed to give you all of the information you need about proton beam therapy to help you make informed decisions and take your next step with confidence.
Cancers we treat
In the UK, proton beam therapy isn’t approved for every type of cancer, and in many cases, conventional radiotherapy remains the most appropriate treatment.
At Proton International London, we treat people who are most likely to benefit from proton beam therapy’s unique precision and reduced risk of side effects. If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with one of the cancer types listed below, we’d be happy to arrange a consultation as a private patient.
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Brain cancer and neurological tumours
Head and neck cancer
Skull base tumours
Breast cancer
Lung cancer
Prostate cancer
Spine and sarcoma
Paediatric cancer
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Who we are
Proton International London is a network of world-leading cancer clinicians, radiographers and physicists working from our private treatment rooms at University College Hospitals London (UCLH).
As part of the Proton International group, we have successfully delivered proton beam therapy to patients worldwide for over 30 years.
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World-class expertise and technology
At Proton International London, you’ll be cared for by some of the world’s leading consultants, many of whom are involved in pioneering research and clinical trials. Our centre is equipped with some of the most advanced technology available, allowing us to combine our expertise with exceptional precision to treat your cancer.
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Thoughtful and personalised care
At Proton International London, we see people, not diagnoses. You and your family will become part of our community. From your first contact to your final treatment, we’re here to support you with compassion, clarity, and world-class care. Along with your consultant, you will be supported by a team of radiographers, nurses, physicists, and care coordinators. We will be with you throughout the course of your treatment to help you feel as comfortable, confident and informed as possible.
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Premium service
Whether travelling to us from within or outside the UK, you can expect outstanding service. The frequency of proton therapy treatment can make it a logistical challenge, and we will do everything we can to accommodate you and your family, including arranging luxury accommodation and providing a personal interpreter if English is not your first language.
Our 5-star concierge serviceYour next steps
To ask a question or enquire about private treatment:
Please complete our contact form or call us on 0203 9255 885. One of our friendly Patient Administration Advisors will be in touch as soon as possible.
To refer yourself for proton beam therapy treatment:
Please fill out the contact form and select ‘self-referral for a private consultation’. Kindly note that you will be asked to upload relevant medical documents to support your referral.
If you are an NHS patient seeking a referral:
Consult your care team and oncologist to discuss your suitability for proton therapy. Read more about getting a second opinion here.
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Frequently asked questions about proton beam cancer treatment
What are the risks of radiotherapy?
Radiotherapy is a well-researched and widely used cancer treatment, backed by decades of clinical trials. However, because it works by damaging the DNA of cells, it can affect nearby healthy tissue, resulting in side effects. The NHS and other leading healthcare providers take great care to minimise these risks and provide comprehensive support to help manage any side effects.
Proton therapy can significantly reduce the risks of side effects by targeting tumours more precisely, limiting radiation exposure to healthy tissue.
How can I access proton beam therapy?
The treatment at Proton International London is available to insured and self-pay patients, both from the UK and abroad. The NHS refers several hundred patients each year for treatment at The Christie NHS Foundation Trust in Manchester and to clinics abroad. To explore your suitability for PBT referral, discuss it with your care team and oncologist in the first instance. As a self-pay patient from the UK or abroad, you can contact us at Proton International London to request a consultation.
Will my insurance cover proton therapy?
We work with all major medical insurance providers, and many patients have their treatment covered. If you’ve been recommended proton beam therapy and have private health insurance, it’s important to check with your insurer to confirm that it’s included in your policy.
If you’d like help, our team is more than happy to speak with your insurer on your behalf. Just share your insurer’s name and your membership number, and we’ll take it from there.