Barts Cancer Centre
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Compassionate care, every step of the way
We understand that being told you have cancer can feel scary, upsetting or overwhelming. You may have questions, worries, or simply not know what to expect.
That’s why we’re here. We provide the safest and most effective treatments, while also supporting you emotionally and practically every step of the way.
At the Barts Cancer Centre, you’ll be involved and informed at every stage of your care. We’ll explain what’s happening, help you make decisions, and make sure you never feel like you’re going through this alone.
Cancer centres of excellence
Care that leads the way
Nationally recognised, globally pioneering
We’re proud to be one of the UK’s leading cancer centres, combining compassionate care with world-class expertise.
Our teams have achieved national recognition as centres of excellence for myeloma, neuro-oncology and theranostics – and continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible in cancer care.
We deliver some of the best outcomes in the country: more people with breast cancer are living longer; our ovarian cancer survival rates are the highest in England and Wales; and our teams are leading research that’s transforming treatment for bladder cancer.
Virtual tours
Helping oncology patients find their way
We’ve launched virtual tours of St Bartholomew's Hospital.
Using 360-degree images and short fly-through videos, the tours show the journey from the hospital entrance to the appointment location.
A dedicated centre for breast cancer care at St Bartholomew’s Hospital
Bringing faster diagnosis, advanced treatment and more personalised care
Our new breast cancer centre of excellence at St Bartholomew’s Hospital is now open, offering specialist care for thousands of women each year.
With support from Barts Charity, the centre, which is based across our Smithfield and Giltspur wings, brings together surgery, reconstruction, diagnostics and outpatient care under one roof — making it easier to access the right care, at the right time.
Designed to reduce delays and improve outcomes, it offers women faster diagnosis, safer surgery and fairer access to leading treatments and clinical trials. As part of our wider cancer services, it reflects our commitment to improving survival and quality of life for everyone affected by cancer.
Supporting you with trusted information
Clear information to support you through every step of care
When you’re going through cancer treatment or supporting a loved one, it can feel like there’s a lot to take in. That’s why we’ve brought together simple, clear and reliable information to help you feel more confident, supported and prepared at every step.
Whether you’re looking for details about your treatment, guidance on managing side effects, or just want to understand what to expect, we’re here to help you make sense of it all.
Simple, reliable guides to your condition and treatment
Videos and clear explanations of your treatment (password needed from your hospital letter)
Cancer consultants
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Dr Adam Januszewski
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Dr AlisonMay Berner
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Dr Anna Lerner
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Professor Bela Wrench
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Dr David Propper
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Dr Edward Truelove
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Dr Ewan Chapman
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Dr Hamoun Rozati
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Dr Heather Oakervee
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Dr James Aries
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Professor Jamie Cavenagh
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Dr Jeff Davies
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Dr Jeremy Steele
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Professor Jessica Okosun
Consultant Haematologist
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Dr Johannes De Vos
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Dr John Conibear
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Professor John Gribben
St Bartholomew's Hospital
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Dr John Riches
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Dr Jonathan Shamash
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Dr Karen Tipples
Consultant and Director of Barts Cancer Centre
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Dr Kathryn Hawkesford
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Dr Kien Ng
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Dr Kirsty Balachandran
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Dr Laura Beaton
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Dr Melanie Powell
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Dr Melissa Phillips
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Dr Michael-John Devlin
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Dr Millie Light
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Dr Pablo Nenclares
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Dr Pandora Rudd
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Dr Paolo Gallipoli
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Dr Paula Wells
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Dr Peter Hall
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Dr Peter Schmid
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Dr Peter Szlosarek
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Dr Rachel Lewis
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Dr Rebecca Auer
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Ms Rifca Le Dieu
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Dr Sarah Charrot
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Dr Sarah Slater
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Dr Shamzah Araf
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Dr Shanthini Crusz
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Dr Silvia Montoto
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Dr Simon Hallam
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Dr Sukaina Rashid
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Professor Thomas Powles
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Dr Vanessa Foggo
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Dr Vasileios Angelis
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Dr Virginia Wolstenholme
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With you for every moment
The breast cancer team made my journey much easier
“Being diagnosed with breast cancer was incredibly hard, but the care I received from everyone made it so much easier.
"From the reception to the doctors and nurses, everyone was warm, welcoming and knew exactly how to look after me. I wasn’t just a number. They remembered my name, even when I came back 18 months later. That personal touch meant so much.
"Special thanks to nurses like Betsy and Anita, who made me feel truly seen, understood and supported.”
Waltham Forest Mayor Councillor, Karen Bellamy
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