Why go private?

According to figures from NHS England, over the last year, on average 50,000 patients every month waited beyond the two-week target to see a cancer specialist after a GP referral, with 25,000 patients waiting at least a month to start treatment after being diagnosed.

Studies have shown people who are diagnosed and treated early for cancer are more likely to have better outcomes. Whilst it can be a worrying time, it’s important to see your GP as soon as possible if you notice any symptoms, you think might be cancer.  Often tests and scan results come back negative, but it’s best to get things checked and get the answers you need so if any treatment is required you can start as soon as possible.

Whether you’re experiencing symptoms or have already received a cancer diagnosis, you can ask your GP to refer you to one of our many cancer consultants or surgeons at your local GenesisCare outpatient’s centre. We treat every type of adult cancer, with treatment often starting within days of a diagnosis.

 

With one in two people expected to get cancer in their lifetime, there’s never been a more important time to access care as quickly as possible.

Paying for treatment

Accessing private cancer treatment not only enables you to be seen without delay, but it also helps relieve the overall burden on the NHS, meaning others can be seen quicker too.

Whether you're looking to self-pay for your own treatment or using your private medical insurance, find out more about paying for treatment here.

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If you want to know more about how private cancer treatment works or you're ready to make an appointment

0808 304 2332
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Getting a diagnosis

If you’re concerned about symptoms, you can visit one of our consultant-led outpatient clinics. We’ll carry out any tests or scans you need to diagnose the cause of your symptoms and give you the results either during your visit, or we’ll arrange a follow-up appointment to discuss them once they’re back. A GP referral isn’t always necessary for these clinics.

Alternatively, if your GP suspects you have cancer, they can refer you directly to one of our expert doctors at you nearest GenesisCare centre for any pathology tests or imaging scans you need. We’ll send your results, usually within 48 hours, to your referring doctor, who will contact you to explain the results and discuss the next steps.

FAQs

Reviewed by:

Dr Eliot Sims
Chief Medical Officer for GenesisCare
August 2024

Patient Stories

Diana’s story

When Diana was diagnosed with lobular breast cancer, she knew it was important to start treatment quickly and was glad she’d kept her private medical insurance going after she retired.

David’s story

When David received a raised PSA blood test and needed further tests, he used his private health insurance to access the very latest prostate cancer biopsy procedure.

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