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If you have been diagnosed with melanoma or suspect a skin cancer, rapid, expert care is essential. I’m Dr James Wilson, a leading Clinical Oncologist in London specialising in advanced melanoma treatment.

Oncology isn’t just a career - it’s a calling. Dr James Wilson reflects on his journey into cancer care, the rewards of the specialty, and why clinical oncology offers a unique blend of science, compassion, and purpose. A must-read for anyone considering a future in oncology.

This expert-led educational resource explores radiotherapy as a treatment option for basal cell and squamous cell skin cancers. Designed for healthcare professionals, it covers risk stratification, when to use radiotherapy, treatment planning, and real-world patient outcomes.

Discover Jon’s personal story of recovering from melanoma skin cancer with immunotherapy, and explore expert insight from Dr James Wilson on the latest treatments—including surgery, radiotherapy, immunotherapy, and stereotactic radiotherapy—for early and advanced melanoma.

Lung cancer treatment has been transformed by innovations like stereotactic radiotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapy. In this post, Dr James Wilson shares real-life success stories from his clinic and explains how treatment is now more effective, personalised, and focused on cure, control, and quality of life.

Pleural effusion occurs when cancer causes fluid to build up around the lungs, making it harder to breathe. The good news? It can be drained quickly, and most people feel significantly better within hours. Learn which cancers cause this, how it happens, and what treatment options work fastest.

If just one or two areas of your stage 4 cancer are growing while the rest stays stable, you may be experiencing oligoprogressive disease. Stereotactic radiotherapy is a highly precise local therapy that can target these lesions while keeping you on your current systemic treatment. This personalised approach can be used in lung, breast, prostate and colorectal cancers to delay switching therapies.

Lung cancer develops when abnormal cells in the lungs begin to multiply uncontrollably, forming a tumour that can spread to other parts of the body if left untreated.

Ultra-processed foods increase your lung cancer risk by 41%, according to new research. But a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and whole foods offers powerful protection. Learn which foods to avoid, what to eat instead, and evidence-based steps to reduce your cancer risk.

Private cancer care offers rapid access to cancer treatment, continuity with a dedicated consultant, and personalised support. Dr James Wilson explains why treatment at a private oncology clinic is a practical, expert-led option when you need clarity, control, and prompt treatment.

Systemic therapy for lung cancer has transformed treatment outcomes across all stages of disease. Dr James Wilson combines cutting-edge systemic treatments with personalised care to achieve the best possible outcomes for patients throughout the UK.

Stereotactic Ablative Radiotherapy (SABR) is a precise, non-invasive lung cancer treatment that delivers high-dose radiation over just a few sessions. Ideal for early-stage lung cancer patients who can’t have surgery, SABR targets tumours while sparing healthy tissue—using advanced systems like LINACs and CyberKnife for optimal outcomes.