Lung Cancer

Yes, you can get travel insurance with lung cancer. Several UK specialist providers cover cancer patients, including those currently having treatment. This guide explains which insurers to use, what they'll ask, and how to prepare for travel with lung cancer.

Dr James Wilson is a leading lung cancer specialist in London, offering fast access to advanced, personalised treatment.
Appointments available in 24–48 hours - no GP referral needed. Private consultations at Harley Street, Cromwell and more.

Quoted in the Daily Mail, Dr James Wilson explains why smoking remains the biggest threat in lung cancer, and why low dose CT screening matters more than ever. He answers the most common questions about CT scans, costs, and eligibility. Plus: how to access private lung cancer screening in London without delay.

If you've been diagnosed with lung cancer, you've done some online research, then one of your next questions is likely: "What are lung cancer remission rates?"

The answer depends on several factors: the type of lung cancer you have, the stage at diagnosis, whether your tumour carries specific genetic mutations, and which treatment options are available to you. Modern lung cancer treatment has changed dramatically in recent years. Targeted therapies, immunotherapy, and advanced radiation therapy techniques like SABR are achieving lung cancer remission rates that would have seemed impossible a decade ago.

This page explains lung cancer remission rates by stage and type, how genetic mutations influence your prognosis, and which treatment approaches offer the best chance of long-term control. Whether you're a lung cancer patient researching options for yourself, or someone seeking cancer information for a person you care about, you'll find the clinical data and treatment pathways that matter most.

Discover locally advanced lung cancer (Stage III), its treatments, and support. Dr. Wilson offers advanced care in London. Contact us for expert guidance.

When Harry developed a persistent cough in early 2024, he assumed it was his asthma. Months later, he received a diagnosis that changed everything: Stage 4 EGFR mutated non-small cell lung cancer that had spread to his spine.

What happened next offers valuable insight for anyone facing a similar diagnosis, whether you're a patient yourself or searching for the best care options for someone you love.

Learn about early stage lung cancer, its symptoms, and cutting-edge treatments like SABR. Discover how Dr James Wilson offers expert, personalised care with high cure rates in London.

If you're reading this, you're likely worried. Perhaps you've switched from smoking to vaping and want to know if you've truly reduced your risk of lung cancer. The honest answer is more complex than a simple yes or no. Vaping seems less harmful than smoking cigarettes, but we do not have enough long-term evidence to know the full cancer risk.

Chemoimmunotherapy for lung cancer combines chemotherapy and immunotherapy to improve survival and long-term outcomes. Learn how Dr James Wilson offers personalised care and rapid access to treatment in London.

Radiotherapy for lung cancer can affect the heart, but advanced techniques like cardiac-sparing planning and proton beam therapy now allow us to treat cancer effectively while protecting heart health. Learn how Dr James Wilson leads the way in safer, personalised lung cancer care.

When cancer spreads to just a few sites, it may still be treatable. This article explores how advanced stereotactic radiotherapy (SABR) can precisely target and eliminate oligometastatic disease—offering long-term control or even cure with minimal side effects. Learn how technologies like CyberKnife and MR-Linac are reshaping what’s possible for patients with limited metastases.

Some patients still ask if I’m that Dr James Wilson – the cancer specialist from House. I’ve never watched the show, but when I learned he was known for being compassionate and humorous, I took it as a compliment. While I may not share his screen presence, I do share his commitment to empathy, support, and keeping a sense of humour throughout your cancer journey.