The United Kingdom ranks among the world's most trusted destinations for complex private medical care.
London alone is home to consultants who train surgeons globally, robotics programmes that other countries have not yet adopted, and cancer technology that remains inaccessible in most private healthcare markets.
This is infrastructure built over decades, and it is available to international patients today, without a waiting list.
Cromwell Hospital sits at the centre of that. It treats patients from 140+ countries and holds the UK's highest independent patient care environment score, 99.57% in 2024, awarded by a national government programme.
My 1Health is a global medical tourism company that has partnered with Cromwell Hospital to assist international patients at no additional cost.
Our team handles specialist matching, cost estimates, visa support, and travel logistics. The hospital covers our coordination fee.
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This guide covers Cromwell's strongest departments, 2026 treatment costs, where it is not the right fit, and how to book.
By the end, you will know whether Cromwell is the right hospital for your case.
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Is Cromwell Hospital London Good for International Patients?
Cromwell Hospital is one of the UK's most clinically concentrated private hospitals.
500+ consultants hold active NHS posts at King's College Hospital, Imperial College, and the Royal Marsden.
They treat you privately, on your schedule, with the same skill they bring to the NHS.
That is the core offer. Not a different quality of surgeon. The same surgeon, available now.
| Metric | Figure |
|---|---|
| PLACE score 2024 (UK independent assessment) | 99.57%- highest of any UK hospital |
| Free flap success rate, head and neck cancer | 98%- highest private volume in the UK |
| Specialist consultants across 70+ specialties | 500+ with no NHS waiting list |
The hospital won the Outstanding Healthcare Provider award at the Surgical Robotics Industry Awards 2025 for its da Vinci SP robotic surgery programme.
The CQC rated Cromwell as Good in April 2023. The Macmillan Quality Environment Mark was renewed at 5/5 in February 2025.
Patients who choose Cromwell come from the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Nigeria, Lebanon, France, Germany, Egypt, Russia, and Ireland.
They are choosing it because their diagnosis requires a specific surgeon with a specific outcome record.
If your condition matches what this hospital does best, Cromwell will be difficult to beat anywhere in the UK private sector.
What Is Cromwell Hospital Best Known For? Departments and Outcomes
1. Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery (HPB)
Professor Long Jiao performed the UK's first robotic Whipple's procedure.
A Whipple's is a complex operation to remove part of the pancreas and is one of the most technically demanding procedures in surgery.
He established the UK's first robotic HPB programme and holds concurrent posts at the Royal Marsden and Imperial College London.
- 95%+ of liver, gallbladder, and pancreatic operations at Cromwell are now performed robotically
- First HPB surgery in the UK using the single-port da Vinci SP: April 2025
- Recovery before flying: 14 to 21 days
Patients from the GCC, West Africa, and France travel specifically for liver resection, pancreatic cancer surgery, and Whipple's procedures. We have coordinated these cases directly.
2. Cancer Treatment- Integrated Cancer Campus
Cromwell's Integrated Cancer Campus operates in partnership with GenesisCare (CQC Outstanding). 36 specialist oncologists across 16 multidisciplinary teams and 4 tumour boards.
- MR Linac radiotherapy: tracks tumours in real time during treatment, reducing radiation exposure to healthy tissue
- Gamma Knife radiosurgery: non-invasive treatment for brain tumours
- SIRT: Selective Internal Radiation Therapy, used for liver tumours not suitable for open surgery
- Chemotherapy: ISO 9001 certified, with immunotherapy and targeted therapy
We have coordinated cancer cases from Nigeria, Kuwait, and France where MR Linac was unavailable locally or carried a six-month NHS wait.
For patients who cannot wait, Cromwell's oncology programme is one of the strongest private options in London.
See our Guide to Cancer Treatment Globally for a broader comparison.
3. Head and Neck Cancer and Reconstruction
Cromwell performs more complex private head and neck cases with free flap reconstruction than any other independent hospital in the UK.
Free flap reconstruction is a technique that repairs surgical defects using tissue transferred from another part of the patient's body.
The 98% success rate was presented at the British Association of Head and Neck Oncology.
Transoral robotic surgery (TORS) is also available here. TORS removes throat and tonsil tumours through the mouth, with no open neck incision, cutting recovery from four weeks to one to two weeks.
- Stay: 10 to 21 days, depending on whether surgery, reconstruction, and radiotherapy are sequenced together
4. Cardiac Surgery- Heart and Lung Centre
40+ cardiologists across cardiology, cardiothoracic surgery, and respiratory medicine. 1,500+ keyhole heart procedures performed, including the UK's first quadruple keyhole bypass in 2022.
- Fixed price CABG (coronary artery bypass grafting) from £42,340
- Aortic valve replacement from £81,065
- Same day cardiac health check from £1,200
- Dedicated catheterisation lab, 24-hour ICU nursing cover
Read our Guide to Heart Surgery Hospitals in Europe for a broader cost and quality comparison, or our dedicated Heart Care at Cromwell Hospital Guide for Cromwell-specific detail.
5. Nephrology and Kidney Transplant
The transplant team includes consultants fluent in Arabic, French, Russian, German, Italian, Hebrew, Japanese, and English, with 250+ published papers on transplant surgery.
Living donor kidney transplants at Cromwell achieve 1-year survival rates consistent with NHSBT published data of approximately 99 in 100.
- Private haemodialysis: up to 9 stations, six days a week
- Holiday dialysis available. The IPC prepares session schedules before departure
6. Urology- da Vinci Robotic Programme
Outstanding Healthcare Provider, Surgical Robotics Industry Awards 2025.
Aquablation, a water-based procedure that removes prostate tissue using ultrasound guidance and heat-free waterjet technology, was introduced to the UK at Cromwell in 2019.
The team has treated 800+ Aquablation patients, the largest caseload in the country.
- 1,000+ robotic prostatectomies using a nerve-sparing technique that reduces the risk of urinary incontinence post surgery
- 100% of prostate cancer patients offered treatment within 31 days of diagnosis
7. Gynaecology- International Centre for Endometriosis
One of the UK's largest endometriosis centres. Published outcomes from 102 consecutive robotic endometriosis operations: zero complications, zero re-admissions, 38% same-day discharge.
- First gynaecology surgery in the UK using the single-port da Vinci SP: April 2025
- The team includes colorectal surgeons, urologists, radiologists, fertility specialists, and pain management consultants. This matters for complex cases where bowel or bladder involvement requires coordinated surgery in a single admission
If your condition is not listed above, contact us, and we will confirm whether Cromwell is the right match before you plan any travel.
How Much Does Cromwell Hospital Cost for International Patients in 2026?
Cromwell sits at the premium end of private hospital pricing in London. For conditions that require the subspecialist depth this hospital offers, that premium reflects genuine clinical access.
For straightforward procedures where equivalent care is available elsewhere at lower cost, comparing options is the sensible step.
Cost depends on four factors: procedure complexity, the specific surgeon, length of stay, and whether you are self-paying, insurance-covered, or embassy-sponsored.
| Procedure | Approx. Cost (USD) |
|---|---|
| Robotic prostatectomy (RALP) | $25,000 to $35,000 |
| Robotic Whipple's / HPB surgery | $55,000 to $85,000 |
| Liver resection (robotic) | $45,000 to $70,000 |
| Coronary bypass (CABG) | $55,000 to $80,000 |
| Aortic valve replacement | $105,000 to $130,000 |
| Robotic hysterectomy/endometriosis | $18,000 to $30,000 |
| Head and neck cancer (TORS + reconstruction) | $40,000 to $75,000 |
| MR Linac radiotherapy (full course) | $25,000 to $50,000 |
| Living donor kidney transplant | $90,000 to $130,000 |
| Cardiac health check (same day) | $1,500 to $2,500 |
| Holiday dialysis (per session) | $400 to $700 |
Actual costs depend on your clinical profile, length of stay, and individual review. Always request a written estimate before travelling.
Payment options include self-pay with flexible payment plans, international health insurance (150+ providers including AXA, Aviva, Bupa, Cigna, and Vitality), and embassy sponsorship.
My 1Health's same price guarantee means you pay the same going through us as going direct. We are paid by the hospital.
Request a written cost estimate for your treatment at Cromwell Hospital.
International Patient Services at Cromwell: Language, Logistics, and What to Expect
The International Patient Centre
Cromwell's International Patient Centre (IPC) handles medical records review, cost estimates, visa documentation, airport transfers, and post-treatment follow-up coordination.
It is the single point of contact for everything practical from first enquiry to discharge.
- Languages: Arabic, Mandarin, French, and Russian, in addition to English
- Insurance: 150+ international providers accepted, including AXA, Aviva, Bupa, Cigna, and Vitality
- Embassy sponsorship: Accommodated for eligible patients
- Before you travel: Scans reviewed, written estimate issued, full itinerary confirmed
Getting There and Where to Stay
- Kensington, London SW5
- Heathrow Airport: approximately 45 minutes by road. Private transfer coordinated through the IPC
- On-site accommodation includes Royal and Presidential suites. Standard private rooms are available
- Partner hotels near the hospital for companions and extended stay patients
- Doctify patient rating: 4.84/5 from 1,785 verified reviews
How Long Will I Need to Stay in London?
| Procedure | In Hospital | Before Flying Home |
|---|---|---|
| Robotic HPB / Whipple's | 4 to 7 days | 14 to 21 days |
| Robotic prostatectomy (RALP) | 1 to 2 days | 7 to 10 days |
| Cardiac bypass (CABG) | 5 to 8 days | 14 to 21 days |
| Robotic endometriosis/hysterectomy | 1 to 2 days | 5 to 10 days |
| Head and neck cancer (TORS) | 2 to 4 days | 7 to 14 days |
| Living donor kidney transplant | 10 to 14 days | 4 to 6 weeks |
| MR Linac radiotherapy (multi-session) | Outpatient | 3 to 5 weeks total |
| Cardiac / cancer diagnostic assessment | 0 to 2 days | 3 to 5 days total |
These are indicative ranges. Your written itinerary, confirmed before travel, gives your individual timeline.
Do not book your return flight for the day after discharge. Recovery from robotic surgery is faster than open surgery, but your body still needs 3 to 4 days near the hospital before a long haul flight is safe.
Talk to our team about your travel and accommodation plan before you book flights.
Where Cromwell Hospital Is Not Suitable
An honest guide is more useful than a promotional one. We recommend Cromwell when it fits. Below is where it does not.
| Situation | When it's not suitable |
|---|---|
| Cost-sensitive cases | Where cost matters, we recommend India, Turkey, or Malaysia. |
| Bone marrow transplant | Cromwell does not offer BMT |
| Obstetrics and maternity | Cromwell does not offer maternity services. |
| Fertility treatment (IVF) | Cromwell does not have a dedicated IVF programme. We recommend Dexeus University Hospital in Barcelona, Clinica Tambre in Spain, or KPJ Damansara Fertility Centre in Malaysia. |
| Dental treatment | Cromwell does not offer dental services. |
How to Book Treatment at Cromwell Hospital Through My 1Health
My 1Health has coordinated access to Cromwell Hospital.
We work directly with the International Patient Centre, so your case moves faster, and you have two points of support rather than one.
- Contact us via WhatsApp (+44 7481 338875), the enquiry form at my1health.com, or email [email protected]. Share your diagnosis and any available scan reports.
- Case review within 24 to 48 hours. We confirm whether Cromwell is the right match or advise on alternatives. We do not route every patient to the most expensive option.
- Medical report submission. We submit your records to the relevant Cromwell clinical team. They review them and produce a written treatment plan and cost estimate.
- Appointment and itinerary. We coordinate your consultation, pre-operative assessment, and full treatment schedule before you book any flights.
- Pre-departure logistics. Visa documentation, accommodation, and airport transfer confirmed.
- Post-treatment follow-up. After you return home, we remain your point of contact for remote consultations and medical records access.
Same price guarantee: You pay the same as going directly to Cromwell. No booking fee. No markup.
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