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Dr. James Wilson

MBBS (Hons with Distinction) MRCP FRCR DPhil (Oxon)

Oncologist

24 years of experience

London, SW5 0TU

(+6 more)

84 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Dr Matthew Williams, Dr Matthew Knight and 10 other professionals

5

/5

(92 reviews)

24 years of experience

London, SW5 0TU

(+6 more)

84 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Dr Matthew Williams, Dr Matthew Knight and 10 other professionals

Areas of expertise

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Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Lung Cancer
39
6
Radiotherapy
37
8
Stereotactic Ablative Radiotherapy (SABR)
19
5

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About Dr. James Wilson

I am a Clinical Oncologist with over 20 years' experience specialising in lung and skin cancer treatment in central London, welcoming patients from across the UK and internationally. I offer initial video consultations for those travelling from outside London.

My approach focuses on creating personalised treatment plans that combine the latest cancer treatments with careful attention to managing side effects and maintaining quality of life. Having treated hundreds of patients throughout my career, I understand that every cancer journey is unique.

Key areas of expertise:

Cancer Types:

  • Lung Cancer (non-small cell lung cancer, small cell lung cancer, and lung metastases)
  • Thymic Tumours (thymoma and thymic carcinoma)
  • Skin Cancers (basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, melanoma)
  • Cancer that has spread to limited sites (oligometastatic disease)

Advanced Radiotherapy Technologies:

  • Proton Beam Therapy (PBT) - reduces radiation to healthy tissues
  • Stereotactic Radiotherapy (SABR/SBRT) - precision treatment for small tumours
  • Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS) - highly effective for brain metastases
  • CyberKnife - robotic precision radiotherapy
  • MRI-guided Radiotherapy (MR-Linac) - real-time imaging during treatment

Systemic Treatments:

  • Immunotherapy - enhancing your immune system to fight cancer
  • Targeted Therapy - treatments tailored to specific genetic mutations
  • Chemotherapy - traditional cancer medications
  • Combination treatments for optimal outcomes

Specialist Services:

  • Brain metastases treatment
  • Palliative radiotherapy for symptom control
  • Keloid scar management (in collaboration with plastic surgeons)

Subspecialties

  • Medical Oncology
  • Clinical Oncology

Areas of expertise

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Reviews
(170)
Skill Endorsements
(46)

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Lung Cancer
39
6
Radiotherapy
37
8
Stereotactic Ablative Radiotherapy (SABR)
19
5
Skin Cancer
13
1
Oligometastic Disease
9
Non-small Cell Lung Cancer
7
2
Immunotherapy
7
1
Chemotherapy
4
3
Small Cell Lung Cancer
4
3
Melanoma
5
Cyberknife Therapy
2
3
Targeted Therapy
4
1
Neoadjuvant
3
Thymic Malignancies
3
Video Consultation
2
Squamous Cell Carcinoma (SCC)
2
Adenocarcinoma
2
Intensity Modulated Radiotherapy (IMRT)
1
1
Volume Modulated Arc Therapy (VMAT)
1
1
Thymus Gland Cancer
1
1
Thymoma
2
Renal (Kidney) Transplant
1
Kidney Disease Diagnosis & Treatment
1
Brain Tumours
1
Metastases
1
Mesothelioma
1
Advanced Melanoma
1
Brain Metastasis
1
Primary Lung Tumours
1
Cancer Care
1
Superficial Radiotherapy
1
Lung Disease
1
Proton Beam Therapy
1
Genomic Testing
1
Cancer of Unknown Primary
Recurrent Melanoma
Kaposi's Sarcoma
Cancer Prevention and Screening
Non-Cancerous Conditions
Deep Inspiration Breath Hold (DIBH)
Image Guided Radiotherapy (IGRT)
Spinal Metastases
Thoracic Cancers
Liver Metastases
Keloids

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 6055599

Royal College of Radiologists

No. 312411


Education

University of Newcastle

Medicine

Graduated 2002


Qualifications

Education & Memberships

2002 MBBS (Honours with Distinction)

2005 Membership of the Royal College of Physicians (MRCP)

2010 PhB (Philosophy) Magna cum laude, Pontificia Università Gregoriana

2016 DPhil (PhD, Radiobiology), University of Oxford

2016 Fellowship of the Royal College of Radiologists (FRCR)


Languages spoken

  • English

Insurers

  • WPA
  • Bupa
  • Cigna
  • Healix Health Services
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • AXA Health
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • Aviva Health
  • Vitality
  • The Exeter

Fees

  • New appointment

    £500
  • Follow-up appointment

    £350
*May vary on location

Locations

Cromwell Hospital

164-178 Cromwell Rd, London, United Kingdom, SW5 0TU

4.87(1,978 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Paid Parking
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Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Paid Parking
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GenesisCare Centre for Radiotherapy at Cromwell Hospital

164-178 Cromwell Rd, Kensington, London, United Kingdom, SW5 0TU

4.82(60 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Proton International London

1 Grafton Way Level B4, London, United Kingdom, WC1E 6DX

0.00(0 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

The London Clinic

20 Devonshire Place, London, United Kingdom, W1G 6BW

4.89(2,349 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Paid Parking
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LOC - Leaders in Oncology Care

95 Harley Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 6AF

4.80(390 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

HCA Healthcare UK Sydney Street Outpatients

Sydney Street Outpatients and Diagnostic Centre,102 Sydney Street Chelsea, London, United Kingdom, SW3 6NJ

4.75(246 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Nuffield Health The Holly Hospital

High Road Buckhurst Hill, Essex, United Kingdom, IG9 5HX

4.89(2,461 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Areas of expertise

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Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Lung Cancer
39
6
Radiotherapy
37
8
Stereotactic Ablative Radiotherapy (SABR)
19
5

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Reviews

AI Review Summary

This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews

Dr. James Wilson is kind and clear with patients. He provides reassuring answers and detailed explanations. His direct, professional approach initiates quick treatment plans, including various radiotherapy procedures such as stereotactic radiotherapy. Patients highlight his expertise in lung cancer care and overall treatment effectiveness.

5
verified patient
19 Aug 2026

During our video calls Dr Wilson was extremely helpful and knowledgeable during a difficult worrying time.

5
verified patient
16 Aug 2026

I have just been diagnosed with lung cancer and decided to have a consultation with Dr Wilson after reading about him online. His own website is particularly helpful and stresses how beneficial it is to get early diagnostic tests and procedures after receiving this diagnosis! I was anxious before the consultation but found that he has an extremely friendly and helpful manner. He had already looked at my X Rays and scans even though I had only arranged to see him the previous day! He soon mapped out a detailed plan for further tests and procedures, some of which had not previously been made available to me. Incredibly he was able to action his plan immediately. Over the next four days it was all accomplished and I was then discharged from hospital. I feel I am now making excellent progress and have complete faith in this wonderful Doctor who I found to be a very kind and compassionate person who is totally committed to his patients. I would urge anyone in my position to phone Dr Wilson’s secretary to make an early appointment.

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5
verified patient
14 Aug 2026

No one wants to get a cancer diagnosis, but Dr Wilson has made everything really straightforward. So kind, compassionate and caring. I know I'm in safe hands and getting excellent treatment.

5
verified patient
14 Aug 2026

I couldn't be more grateful to Dr Wilson and his incredible team. He got me started on treatment really quickly while being so kind and supportive. Couldn't recommend James highly enough.

5
verified patient
14 Aug 2026

I saw my GP in July 2025, thinking I had a rotator cuff injury. Three months later, I was diagnosed with Stage 4 lung cancer with bone metastasis. The diagnosis was a shock. I felt well, had no typical lung cancer symptoms and considered myself active, strong and healthy. At 69, I was taking no medications and working three part time jobs. I remember my first Oncology appointment at my local hospital clearly. I left angry but ready to fight. I was told treatment would be chemotherapy with immunotherapy plus possible radiotherapy for shoulder pain and was told treatment would be for life or until toxicity. I felt written off. The focus was entirely pallative with no other options discussed and no words of encouragement. The negative tone jarred with me because I am naturally positive. That meeting pushed me to do my own research which led me to Dr James Wilson speaking about stage 4 lung cancer and oligometastatic disease and so pleased I found him and booked a consultation. Dr Wilson restored my faith and I cannot recommend him highly enough. He is easy to talk to, positive but honest, and always gives clear detailed answers and explanations. He is caring, compassionate and really listens to you. He is one of the most personal and supportive Doctors I have ever come across. He diagnosed me with oligometastatic disease and with his backing and support, I asked to be referred for a second opinion at UCLH and am now to have SABR treatment which I could not get at my local hospital. I can not thank him enough for all his support and giving me hope.

Reply from James Wilson
14 Aug 2026
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Thank you so much for your incredibly kind words. We are glad that Dr Wilson was able to offer a different perspective and help identify further treatment options. Your positivity and determination is inspiring, and we wish you all the very best with your SABR treatment and the next stage of your journey.

5
verified patient
05 Aug 2026

I have lung cancer stage 4. Dr. Wilson and his team have been looking after me for the past 17 months. I have always received great care and attention. On my last visit last Friday to Cromwell Hospital I had an MRI scan, PET scan and my Denusomab jab. The visit went very smoothly with very little waiting around. I couldn’t ask for a better service. I have chemo visits every three weeks and again I go the same place each time and know all the nurses who are so caring and attentive. I feel very well cared for by Dr. Wilson and his team and I’m so glad I found him. Thank you.

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Reply from James Wilson
13 Aug 2026
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Thank you so much for such a lovely review. We’re delighted to hear that you have felt so well cared for and supported. It means a great deal to Dr Wilson and the whole team to know that we have helped.

5
verified patient
05 Aug 2026

Clear, concise, caring, and efficient. Left me knowing the position I was in, what I was facing, but optimistic about the outcome.

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Reply from James Wilson
13 Aug 2026
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Thank you for your kind words. We’re so pleased you felt well informed and supported. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.

5
verified patient
30 Jul 2026

Dr. Wilson provided exceptional support and wonderfully reassuring guidance throughout our care. We are extremely grateful for his time, clear explanations, and expert help in navigating treatment options during a challenging time. His team was equally fantastic - prompt in organising documentation and thorough in explaining consultation details. He is an outstanding specialist, and we would like to pass on our most sincere thanks to him and his entire staff.

Reply from James Wilson
03 Aug 2026
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Thank you for these kind words, Dr. Wilson and the team will be really glad to hear this. We're so pleased his guidance and clear explanations helped during such a challenging time, and that the team's support made things easier along the way. Your thanks means a lot to all of us.

5
verified patient
29 Jul 2026

Dr Wilson has been everything you would wish for in a doctor - kind, reassuring, professional with expert knowledge and a great sense of humour. He has a very friendly and relaxed manner which put me at ease straightaway while still remaining professional and making me feel safe in his care. He treated the skin cancer on my lip with superficial radiotherapy which has been a great success therefore avoiding invasive surgery and the risk of being left with a permanent scar. He has kept in touch with me many months after my treatment making sure my recovery has gone well and reassured me that I can contact him anytime. Carol who is Dr Wilson’s secretary was my first point of contact, she has been so lovely, very friendly and efficient. She answered all my initial questions, arranged my treatment plan at times that suited and always kept me informed of appointments etc. Overall I am delighted with the expert treatment and care I have received and would not hesitate in the least to recommend Dr Wilson. I feel very fortunate to have found him.

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Reply from James Wilson
05 Aug 2026
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Thank you so much for your incredibly kind words. It means a great deal to us that you felt so well supported throughout your treatment. We're delighted that the radiotherapy was such a success and that you had a positive experience with both Dr Wilson and Carol. Wishing you good health, and thank you again for taking the time to share your experience.

5
verified patient
29 Jul 2026

Another very reassuring and helpful consultation. James always delivers the important news first in a very clear and understandable way, which for me has fortunately been positive and then moves on to any concerns or questions I may have. These are handled in a very understanding and professional way with a clear plan of action that we agree together to address these as efficiently and as productively as possible. All this is conducted in a lovely friendly manner and always with a sense of humour, as and when appropriate. I continue to be a very big fan of James and all his team

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Reply from James Wilson
03 Aug 2026
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Thank you so much for this lovely review, it really means a lot. We're so glad the way James explains things continues to feel clear, reassuring, and human. Great to hear you're still a big fan of him and the team!

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Skill Endorsements

A very good lung oncologist - a clear interest in patients and progress

10 Aug 2026
Endorsed for
Radiotherapy
Stereotactic Ablative Radiotherapy (SABR)
Chemotherapy

Dr Matthew Williams

Dr Matthew Williams

Oncologist
I have referred patients to them

Dr Wilson is an experienced senior oncologist. I have referred patients to him for Lung Cancer care. He works as part of an extended multidisciplinary team and has an excellent administrative office that are very responsive to both patients and clinicians. Communication is vital in medicine, and even more so in Cancer care. Dr Wilson is an excellent collaborative communicator, and it is easy to see why patients recommend him so strongly.

09 Aug 2026
Endorsed for
Radiotherapy
Lung Cancer
Neoadjuvant

Dr Matthew Knight

Dr Matthew Knight

Respiratory Doctor
I have referred patients to them

James & I share a number of patients. He is a wonderful colleague: highly experienced, compassionate, and pragmatic. His patients feel safe in his care.

19 Feb 2026
Endorsed for
Renal (Kidney) Transplant
Kidney Disease Diagnosis & Treatment

Dr Emma Salisbury

Dr Emma Salisbury

Nephrologist
Is a colleague

Wonderful colleague, very knowledgeable and takes great care of his patients. An expert in cutting edge lung cancer treatments.

19 Mar 2025
Endorsed for
Radiotherapy
Lung Cancer
Stereotactic Ablative Radiotherapy (SABR)

Dr. Rudy Sinharay

Dr. Rudy Sinharay

Respiratory Doctor
Is a colleague
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Dr James Wilson – Consultant Clinical Oncologist, London

Dr James Wilson – Consultant Clinical Oncologist, London

Dr James Wilson specialises in lung cancer, skin cancer, and radiotherapy for any cancer that has spread. Based at London's leading private hospitals, he's known for accessing the most advanced treatments available - including proton beam therapy - and for never accepting delays in his patients' care.

01 June 2026

Stage 1 Lung Cancer Explained: Can It Be Cured - and What Are Your Options?

Stage 1 Lung Cancer Explained: Can It Be Cured - and What Are Your Options?

If you've just been diagnosed with Stage 1 lung cancer, you're not alone and you have options! In this video, Dr. James Wilson explains what Stage 1 means, how it's treated, and why early detection is so powerful. Stage 1 lung cancer treatment options Stage 1 lung cancer survival rate Can Stage 1 lung cancer be cured? The importance of lung cancer screening - early detection could save your life Whether you're exploring surgery or stereotactic radiotherapy, understanding your choices can change everything.

21 May 2026

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Facing Cancer with Urgency and Expertise

Facing Cancer with Urgency and Expertise

If you've just received a cancer diagnosis, you're likely feeling overwhelmed by uncertainty, complex terminology, and a sense that time is slipping away. I understand that feeling deeply. In this video, I share my personal story and professional approach to cancer care. From early-stage lung cancer to more complex, metastatic cases, I work with urgency and precision to give my patients the best possible chance.

04 June 2026

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Finding An Oncologist For Your Cancer Care

Finding An Oncologist For Your Cancer Care

If you've just been diagnosed with cancer, the next thing most people have to do is wait. Wait for the letter. Wait for the appointment. Wait to be seen. For many people with lung cancer, they don't even meet their oncologist until molecular profiling is back and that can take two to three weeks. That window doesn't have to be wasted time. In this video, I walk you through exactly what I would do if I'd just received a cancer diagnosis, so you can get to the right specialist quickly, make the most of that appointment, and go into treatment better prepared.

11 June 2026

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How Fast Can Lung Cancer Progress?

How Fast Can Lung Cancer Progress?

Lung cancer can progress at different speeds, sometimes over years, other times in weeks or months. Learn what affects growth rate and when to see a doctor.

16 June 2026

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The Benefits of Private Oncology Care | Dr James Wilson

The Benefits of Private Oncology Care | Dr James Wilson

How private oncology care can help you take control of your cancer journey. Shorter waits, cutting-edge technology, and personalised care.

31 January 2025

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Understanding the Symptoms of Skin Cancer | Dr James Wilson

Understanding the Symptoms of Skin Cancer | Dr James Wilson

Learn the crucial symptoms of skin cancer, from new growths and changing moles to non-healing sores. Early detection is key to saving lives.

31 January 2025

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On Time, Every Time: Why Punctuality Matters in Cancer Care | Dr. James Wilson

On Time, Every Time: Why Punctuality Matters in Cancer Care | Dr. James Wilson

Dr. James Wilson explores the anxiety of waiting and its impact on cancer patients. Discover how his private oncology practice ensures punctual, unhurried consultations, timely results, and personalised care for a stress-free experience.

01 December 2024

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Long-Term Side Effects of Lung Cancer Radiotherapy: What You Need to Know - Dr James Wilson

Long-Term Side Effects of Lung Cancer Radiotherapy: What You Need to Know - Dr James Wilson

Radiotherapy is a potentially curative treatment for lung cancer. However, like all medical treatments, it comes with potential side effects, some of which may persist long after the therapy has concluded. As the effectiveness of radiotherapy for lung cancer increases, and drug treatments improve the likelihood of long-term survival for patients with lung cancer, the […]

01 November 2024

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FAQ

What are Dr. James Wilson's reviews like?

Dr. James Wilson's overall patient rating is 5 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 92 reviews.

What languages does Dr. James Wilson speak?

Dr. James Wilson speaks English

Where is Dr. James Wilson located?

Dr. James Wilson primarily practices at Cromwell Hospital, located at 164-178 Cromwell Rd, London, United Kingdom, SW5 0TU
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