When cancer spreads to a limited number of sites, advanced targeted treatments can deliver life-changing results. As a leading UK radiation oncologist specialising in targeted cancer treatment – including stereotactic radiotherapy (also known as stereotactic ablative radiotherapy - SABR or SBRT), immunotherapy, targeted drug therapies and combination approaches to effectively treat metastatic disease – I’m proud to offer cutting-edge treatment options that can precisely target and often eliminate cancer metastases with remarkable accuracy and life-enhancing results.
Stereotactic radiotherapy can be used when any cancer type has spread as a secondary cancer to a limited number of areas. It is recognised for its exceptional precision in targeting metastatic tumours, and this high level of accuracy is made possible by advanced imaging technologies that ensure precise targeting while reducing harm to nearby healthy tissues. By delivering high-dose radiation non-invasively, stereotactic radiotherapy effectively treats the affected areas while minimising damage to surrounding healthy tissue.
Oligometastatic disease refers to a condition in which the cancer has spread from its original site but only to a limited number of other locations, typically between 1 and 5 metastatic sites. This stage represents a middle ground, positioned between cancer that remains localised and cancer that has spread more extensively. In these cases, I treat the limited number of metastases using stereotactic radiotherapy and targeted drug therapies. Many of my patients experience highly positive outcomes, with some even seeing their cancer completely disappear.
Oligoprogressive disease describes a clinical scenario in which a person with cancer on systemic therapy, such as targeted drug therapy or immunotherapy, experiences cancer progression in a few areas while the rest remains well-managed. In this scenario, I utilise targeted stereotactic radiotherapy to treat these progressing lesions. This targeted approach allows patients to continue their current systemic therapy, managing the remaining cancer and eliminating the need to switch to a different treatment plan.
Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS) is a non-invasive approach to stereotactic radiotherapy that effectively helps in managing or even eliminating brain metastases. SRS involves delivering precisely targeted radiation doses directly to the affected areas of the brain, often in a single session. I offer SRS using either CyberKnife or a modern linear accelerator (Linac), and this treatment methodology has been shown to be a reliable and effective option, leading to positive outcomes in tumour control.
When we meet, my top priority will be to address your symptoms. Pain can be not only uncomfortable but also hinder effective cancer treatment by affecting your appetite, mobility, sleep, and overall quality of life. The radiotherapy I provide has a strong potential to alleviate these symptoms, helping you return to your normal activities. In private hospitals, I can offer advanced radiotherapy techniques quickly to manage your symptoms while minimising side effects. If your cancer leads to pain, a distressing cough, visible swellings, or any other troubling symptoms, I can create a personalised radiotherapy plan just for you.
Cancer drug treatments are constantly improving. Your personalised treatment plan for metastatic cancer may involve options such as immunotherapy, chemotherapy, or a combination of both, tailored to what works best for you. I can closely examine the genetic factors driving your metastatic cancer and implement a targeted drug therapy that focuses on preventing the growth, progression, and spread of your cancer cells. With access to pioneering and proven cancer treatments, I will ensure you achieve the best possible results based on the latest clinical evidence and personalised treatment options.
If you have only been offered palliative metastatic cancer treatment elsewhere and your doctor hasn’t discussed CyberKnife therapy, MR-linac treatment, clinical trials, stereotactic radiotherapy, targeted drug therapies or a combination treatment approach with you, then we should definitely talk about your metastatic cancer treatment options.
My practice integrates medical expertise with a patient-centred approach, ensuring you receive not only the most advanced care but also the support and guidance you need at every stage of your treatment journey. I’m proud to say that many of my metastatic cancer patients continue to lead full and active lives throughout and after their treatment.
My private practice is affiliated with a distinguished group of London hospitals, and I am one of the few clinical oncologists offering stereotactic radiotherapy at The LOC Harley Street, The London Clinic, and The Cromwell Hospital.
Please do not feel constrained by the location of my practices in London; many of my patients live outside the capital and the UK. To accommodate those coming from afar, I offer initial video consultations to promptly develop personalised care and treatment plans that meet your needs and can be implemented quickly. Furthermore, should you require accommodation, I can assist in arranging a comfortable and convenient place for you to stay near my London practices.
