About The Harley Street Clinic
The Harley Street Clinic is an HCA Healthcare UK hospital in the heart of London's traditional medical district. It is best known for complex cancer care, including chemotherapy and radiotherapy, and for cardiology and cardiac surgery. The hospital also has a long history of treating children, with paediatric services covering a range of complex conditions alongside its adult specialties.
Patients are treated in private en-suite rooms with consultant-led care and specialist nursing support, including teams experienced in oncology and cardiac care. Advanced imaging and diagnostic facilities support rapid work-up, and multidisciplinary teams plan treatment for complex cases. The hospital welcomes insured patients as well as those paying for their own care.
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Specialties
- Oncology
- Radiotherapy
- Cardiology
- Cardiac surgery
- Paediatrics
- Neurosurgery
- ENT
- General surgery
What to expect
- Private en-suite rooms
- Specialist cancer treatment facilities
- Consultant-led multidisciplinary care
- Advanced imaging and diagnostics
- Self-pay and insured patients welcome
How to access The Harley Street Clinic
With health insurance
Check the hospital is on your insurer's list (most major insurers include HCA Healthcare UK facilities), get a GP or direct-access referral, then pre-authorise the treatment with your insurer.
Self-pay
Ask the hospital for a fixed-price package quote — most offer them for common procedures, with payment plans often available.
NHS-funded
Some private hospitals treat NHS patients for certain procedures. Ask your GP whether choosing this hospital through the NHS e-Referral system is possible for your treatment.
Other private hospitals in London
- Cancer Centre London
- Cleveland Clinic London Hospital
- Cromwell Hospital
- Fortius Clinic London
- Hendon Hospital
- King Edward VII's Hospital
Frequently asked questions
Is The Harley Street Clinic NHS or private?
The Harley Street Clinic is a private hospital, part of HCA Healthcare UK. Some private hospitals also treat NHS-funded patients for certain procedures under the NHS e-Referral system — ask your GP whether that's an option for your treatment.
Can I be treated at The Harley Street Clinic with health insurance?
Most major UK health insurers include HCA Healthcare UK facilities on their network, but always check your specific policy first. The Harley Street Clinic is recognised by major UK private medical insurers such as Bupa, AXA Health, Aviva and Vitality, and typically offers self-pay pricing for many treatments.
Can I self-pay at The Harley Street Clinic without insurance?
Yes — most private hospitals, including this one, offer fixed-price self-pay packages for common procedures, often with payment plans available. Ask the hospital directly for a quote.
What is The Harley Street Clinic's CQC rating?
The Harley Street Clinic is rated "Outstanding" by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), England's independent regulator for health and social care providers. Ratings can change after inspections — see the reviews section on this page for the current figure and source.