About The London Clinic
The London Clinic is an independent hospital with charitable status located on Harley Street in central London. Established in the 1930s, it is known for cancer treatment, digestive and general surgery, orthopaedics and endocrinology, with a dedicated cancer centre offering chemotherapy and radiotherapy. As a charity, it reinvests surpluses into clinical services, equipment and research rather than distributing profits.
Patients receive consultant-led care in private en-suite rooms, supported by specialist nursing teams and on-site physiotherapy. The hospital provides outpatient consultations, extensive diagnostics and both day-case and complex inpatient surgery. It treats patients using private medical insurance as well as those choosing to pay for their own treatment.
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Specialties
- Oncology
- Gastroenterology
- General surgery
- Orthopaedics
- Urology
- Endocrinology
- Gynaecology
- Plastic surgery
- Haematology
What to expect
- Private en-suite rooms
- Dedicated cancer centre
- Consultant-led care
- Charitable status with reinvestment in care
- Self-pay and insured patients welcome
How to access The London Clinic
With health insurance
Check the hospital is on your insurer's list (most major insurers include Independent 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 London Clinic NHS or private?
The London Clinic is a private hospital, part of Independent. 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 London Clinic with health insurance?
Most major UK health insurers include Independent facilities on their network, but always check your specific policy first. The London Clinic is recognised by all major UK health insurers including Bupa, AXA Health, Aviva and Vitality, and typically offers self-pay packages with clear pricing.
Can I self-pay at The London 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 London Clinic's CQC rating?
The London Clinic is rated "Good" 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.