King’s College Hospital in London, UK
Ranked among Best Hospitals in the UK, King’s College Hospital in London has treated international patients from over 30 countries.
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King’s College Hospital London is ranked among the world’s top 10 hospitals in 2 specialties by Newsweek, delivering specialist care to international patients from 30+ countries.
Why King's College Hospital London is ranked among the best in the United Kingdom:
Europe's largest liver transplant programme with 277 transplants in 2025, UK's largest bone marrow transplant centre. 1st UK hospital to deliver CAR T cell therapy for lymphoma. Holds the Tessa Jowell Centre of Excellence designation for neuro-oncology. 1.5 million patient contacts a year experience that no recently-built private hospital can replicate. Every programme listed here uses the same specialist MDT, technology, and evidence base that has earned national and international referrals across each of these conditions
Before you commit to travel, the International Patient Centre reviews your diagnosis, scans, and treatment history, and provides a written cost estimate and full itinerary.
Visa documentation, airport transfers, Arabic and Greek interpretation on-site, Language Line for all other languages, and post-treatment follow-up with your home doctor are coordinated by a dedicated team for patients from 30+ countries.
KCH International Patient Care Journey
Instant visa letter
Flight bookings
Airport pickup
Accommodation
24/7 support
Your journey to better health at King's College Hospital London starts here
We are the Official Information & Representative Office for King's College Hospital London, helping to coordinate all medical treatments and check-ups for FREE.Top specialties offered at King's College Hospital London
Known for high success rates in treatments, KCH is one of the best hospitals in London, UK.-
Organ Transplant
- Acute Liver Failure
- Cirrhosis and Liver Disease
- Hepatitis B and C
- Liver Transplant (Deceased Donor)
- Living Donor Liver Transplant
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Haematology
- Bone marrow transplant
- CAR T Cell Therapy
- Leukaemia Treatment
- Lymphoma Treatment
- MDS Treatment
- Paediatric Blood Cancer Treatment
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Oncology/Cancer Treatment
- Chemotherapy
- Liver Transplant for Cancer
- Palliative care
- Radiotherapy
- Targeted Therapy and Immunotherapy
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Neurosurgery
- Brain Tumour Surgery
- Cerebral Aneurysm and Neurovascular Surgery
- CyberKnife Radiosurgery
- Epilepsy surgery
- MND and Neuromuscular Conditions
- MS and HSCT
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Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery
- AI-Guided Angioplasty
- Aortic Surgery
- Cardiac Rehabilitation
- Coronary Bypass Surgery (CABG)
- Electrophysiology
- Electrophysiology and Arrhythmia
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Orthopaedics and Trauma
- ACL Reconstruction
- Diabetic Foot Surgery
- Foot and Ankle Surgery
- Hip Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Limb Reconstruction
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Neurology
- Brain Tumour Surgery
- Brain Tumour Treatment
- Cerebrovascular Disease
- Cognitive Neurology
- Epilepsy Surgery
- Motor Neurone Disease
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Cardiology
- Arrhythmia Management
- Cardio-oncology
- Heart Failure Treatment
- Inherited Cardiomyopathy
- Primary Angioplasty
- Pulmonary Hypertension
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Spine
- Cervical Disc Surgery
- Complex Spine Surgery
- Lumbar Decompression
- Minimally Invasive Spine
- Scoliosis Correction
- Spinal Fusion
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Rheumatology
- ANCA Vasculitis
- Ankylosing Spondylitis
- IgG4 Disease
- Inflammatory Myositis
- Lupus Treatment
- Psoriatic Arthritis
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Gastroenterology
- Advanced Endoscopy
- Capsule Endoscopy
- Colonoscopy
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- ERCP
- Hepatobiliary Surgery
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Obstetrics
- Antenatal Diagnostics
- Fetal Medicine
- High-Risk Obstetrics
- Maternal Medicine
- Multiple Pregnancy Care
- Perinatal Mental Health
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Gynaecology
- Colposcopy
- Endometriosis Treatment
- Fibroid treatment
- Gynaecological Oncology
- Laparoscopic Surgery
- Menopause Management
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Paediatrics
- Childhood Epilepsy
- Neonatal Intensive Care
- Paediatric Blood Cancer
- Paediatric Liver Disease
- Paediatric Liver Transplant
- Paediatric neurology
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Pulmonology/Pneumology
- Bronchoscopy
- Cystic Fibrosis
- Lung function testing
- Pleural Disease
- Respiratory Diagnostics
- Sleep-disordered Breathing
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Urology
- Bladder Cancer Surgery
- Kidney Stone Removal
- Minimally Invasive Urology
- Prostate Treatment
- Renal Transplant Support
- Urological Oncology
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Nephrology
- Acute Kidney Injury
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Glomerulonephritis
- Haemodialysis
- Kidney Transplant Support
- Peritoneal Dialysis
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Endocrinology/Diabetes
- Adrenal Disorders
- Bone Metabolism
- Diabetes Management
- Endocrine Oncology
- Pituitary Conditions
- Thyroid Disorders
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Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Services
- Neurological Physiotherapy
- Occupational Therapy
- Orthopaedic Rehabilitation
- Post-Surgical Rehabilitation
- Pulmonary Rehabilitation
- Respiratory Physiotherapy
Services offered at King's College Hospital London
In-person appointment
Direct specialist assessment with a named consultant, tailored to your diagnosis.
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Second medical opinion
Independent expert review before committing to treatment, for cancer, transplant and rare neurological conditions.
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Multilingual Support
Arabic and Greek interpreters on-site at no charge; Language Line for all other languages.
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Treatment cost estimate
Written cost estimate based on your reports, with 400+ fixed package prices available.
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Post-treatment follow-up
Remote video consultations and clinical communication with your home doctor after treatment.
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Medical reports
Treatment reports, discharge summaries and imaging results shared directly with your home physician.
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Future visits
Scheduling of return visits, including post-transplant monitoring, device checks and oncology reviews.
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Medical visa assistance
Full UK medical treatment visa documentation support, including hospital invitation letters.
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Accommodation booking
Support arranging accommodation near King’s for patients and accompanying family.
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Airport transfer coordination
Coordinated transfers between Heathrow or Gatwick and the hospital.
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Travel itinerary
Written treatment itinerary before departure, covering appointments, procedures and recovery timelines.
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Online video consultation
Pre-travel or post-treatment consultations in multiple languages.
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Insurances Accepted
Explore insurances accepted at King's College Hospital London
Aetna Global
Allianz Worldwide Care Limited
AXA PPP Healthcare
Bupa Global
Canadian Medical Network
Cigna Global
HTH Worldwide
International Medical Group
Preferred Healthcare
Vitality Health
WPA
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Looking for a specific insurance provider? Simply use our search function or contact us for assistance and our knowledgeable team will happily verify whether your provider is accepted at our facility.
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Your medical journey made simple and stress-free.
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Submit inquiry Fill in a short form with your health needs and preferences. It takes less than a minute.
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Get treatment options We send you hospital and treatment recommendations within 24 hours
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Confirm your travel We arrange your visa, flights, and accommodation.
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Start your treatment Begin treatment with full support from our care team.
Frequently Asked Questions
Have a question? Our support team is here to guide you through each step of your treatment journey with personal care and attention.How do I contact King's College Hospital's international patient support team?
Appointments, consultations, and treatment planning at King's College Hospital London are coordinated through My 1Health's international patient team.
- WhatsApp: +447481338875
- Telephone: +447481338875
- Email: [email protected]
Available 24/7. The team arranges in-person and video consultations, second medical opinions, scan reviews, and full treatment coordination. Visa documentation, airport transfers, accommodation, and language interpretation are all managed through the same team.
Is King's College Hospital 1 of the best hospitals in the UK for international patients?
Yes. King's is ranked among the world's best hospitals in 2 specialties by Newsweek, placing #6 globally in Obstetrics and Gynaecology and #9 in Gastroenterology (2025).
Beyond rankings, King's holds credentials no single competitor in London combines: Europe's largest liver transplant programme, the UK's largest BMT programme, the UK's 1st and largest CAR T programme, the Tessa Jowell neuro-oncology Centre of Excellence, and the only UK epilepsy surgery service treating adults and children. Patients from 30+ countries are treated annually, with Arabic and Greek-speaking liaison staff on-site.
What complex treatments does King's offer for international patients?
King's is a specialist centre for liver disease and transplantation, haemato-oncology, neuro-oncology, epilepsy surgery, cardiac surgery, and orthopaedics.
Key programmes:
- Liver transplant: Europe's largest programme; 277 transplants in 2025 (UK record)
- Bone marrow transplant: 200+ annually, UK's largest centre
- CAR T cell therapy: 1st UK programme (January 2019), largest national volume
- Brain tumour surgery: Tessa Jowell Centre of Excellence; DCVax access for GBM
- Epilepsy surgery: only UK service for adults and children
- Cardiac surgery: UK's 1st 24/7 PAMI service; 1 of the UK's largest TAVI programmes
- Sickle cell hip surgery and orthopaedics: co-managed with haematology
- Parkinson's disease: Parkinson's Foundation Centre of Excellence
How much does treatment cost at King's, and does King's accept international insurance?
King's offers 400+ fixed package prices covering consultant fees and a defined number of hospital days. Complex treatments such as liver transplant, BMT, or CAR T therapy are individually priced based on a full clinical assessment.
Accepted payment:
- International insurance: Allianz Worldwide Care, Bupa International, Cigna International, Aetna Global, AXA PPP International
- Embassy sponsorship: Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, Jordan, Egypt, and others
- Self-funded: bank transfer, credit card, or cash
A written cost estimate is provided before any commitment. Contact the team via WhatsApp at +447481338875.
How long do international patients need to stay in the UK for treatment at King's?
Stay length varies entirely by procedure.
- Liver transplant: 10 to 14 days in hospital; 6 to 8 weeks total before flying
- Bone marrow transplant: 4 to 6 weeks in hospital; 8 to 12 weeks total
- CAR T therapy: 2 to 4 weeks in hospital; 8 to 12 weeks total
- Brain tumour surgery: 5 to 7 days in hospital; 3 to 4 weeks total
- Epilepsy surgery: 3 to 5 days in hospital; 2 to 4 weeks total
- Cardiac surgery (TAVI): 2 to 5 days in hospital; 2 to 3 weeks total
- Joint replacement: 3 to 7 days in hospital; 6 to 8 weeks total
My 1Health helps book accommodation near King's at no extra coordination cost, with options across different budgets. Caregivers and family members are supported throughout the stay.
Can King's review my scans and reports before I travel?
Yes. King's accepts MRI, CT, PET-CT, EEG, pathology, and biopsy reports from your home country for MDT review before any travel commitment.
Your reports are forwarded to the relevant specialist or MDT, who assesses eligibility and provides a preliminary treatment plan with a written cost estimate. You arrive knowing the planned procedure, what it costs, and how long your stay will be, before you book a flight. Submit via WhatsApp at +447481338875 or [email protected].
