Since its foundation nearly 100 years ago, The London Clinic has combined cutting-edge medical advancements with a deeply rooted commitment to compassionate, patient-centred care
The London Clinic is one of the UK’s largest and most renowned independent hospitals. Celebrated for its multidisciplinary expertise and pioneering approach, the clinic is proud to offer world-class kidney care services, including dialysis, complex transplants, and comprehensive aftercare programmes.
The London Clinic’s philosophy centres on treating every patient as an individual, ensuring their journey is as smooth and stress-free as possible. With an impressive legacy of medical innovation and a tradition of excellence, the clinic is uniquely positioned to deliver unparalleled care to kidney patients from around the globe.
Consultant nephrologist Professor Alan Salama says “For patients with kidney conditions, we know every moment counts. From when a patient is referred and a suitable donor match is confirmed, without any unexpected complications a transplant can generally take place within two months.”
During a patient’s initial consultation, a surgeon and physician will conduct a physical examination and organise tests to assess fitness for surgery, and establish a donor match. The London Clinic is proud to provide a rapid testing service, through its on-site pathology laboratory, which allows a quicker response on whether a suitable donor and patient match can be found. Results of tests and scans can be reported to the consultant within just 72 hours (depending on speciality and range of tests). As well as blood tests, kidney patients may require:
• MRI Scan using advanced 3T MRI technology
• Nuclear medicine scans
• X-Ray
• Tissue typing (HLA) test to evaluate genetic markers
Patients are then booked in for a pre-operative assessment to assess their condition in more detail, when they are also provided with advice for before and after surgery.
At The London Clinic, providing care for kidney patients is a collaborative endeavour. Within the hospital an experienced group of surgeons and nephrologists covers all aspects of nephrology, kidney disease and its surgical management (including for rare conditions), chronic and acute dialysis, and transplants.
The clinic’s dedicated multidisciplinary team works together to create personalised treatment plans that blend the latest advancements in medical science with each patient’s unique needs. Multidisciplinary team meetings unite specialists from all relevant fields to contribute to developing treatment plans and providing ongoing care. This integrated approach ensures comprehensive care and leads to better outcomes for patients.
In addition, medical teams work alongside The London Clinic's dedicated and award-winning nursing teams (LaingBuisson Nursing Team of the Year 2024), who are committed to providing quality care based on patient-centred practice.
The London Clinic is renowned for performing complex kidney transplants – for example, for patients with: unique anatomy due to previous cancers; complex medical problems, including previous incompatible transplants; higher immunological risks due to systemic diseases such as lupus; and other conditions, such as diabetes or cancer.
Patients needing to visit the intensive care unit (ICU) can be assured it has been designed in a manner to support excellent care and recovery for those suffering from critical illnesses or complex surgery, in a clinically conducive environment. The ICU is comprised of 13 single rooms (five with en-suite bathrooms), with a sophisticated airflow system throughout and four isolation rooms to protect patients with compromised immune systems or those who are more vulnerable to infection.
The London Clinic’s Patient Experience feedback continues to demonstrate 95%-100% satisfaction with their treatment across the ICU, with mentions of excellence in staff attitude, descriptions of caring and compassionate staff, and recognition of speciality surgical support and rehabilitation.
As travelling abroad for medical treatment is a significant decision, The London Clinic's goal is to make the journey for international patients as smooth and comfortable as possible. To ensure this, a dedicated international team and healthcare professionals offer comprehensive support throughout the entire healthcare journey, including personalised aftercare for both recipients and donors.
The London Clinic provides a seamless experience – from the moment patients make contact, through to treatment and beyond. Its staff are ready to assist with every detail, from connecting patients with leading nephrology consultants to managing hospital admissions and helping to organise accommodation for patients and their families during your stay in London.
Following treatment, the commitment to patient care continues, with a thorough aftercare plan tailored to individual needs, ensuring continuity of care once a patient returns home. Kidney transplant recipients will generally be in London for around three months, including an inpatient stay of five to seven days, and then follow-up care and tests for a minimum of six weeks. After returning home, patients have a video check-up with their care nurse about dressings and medications, and to assess overall well-being.
“Ideally patients will return to The London Clinic once a year for a check-up with our specialists,” explains Professor Salama. “Alternatively, you can be referred to a local specialist who can continue your care closer to home, and we will be able to share your medical records and treatment details to ensure a smooth transition.”
The London Clinic also provides a first-class kidney dialysis service. The self-contained dialysis unit offers a comfortable and private environment, equipped with the latest dialysis machines to ensure optimal treatment outcomes. Under the care of a highly experienced nephrology team, patients receive treatment plans designed to meet their medical and lifestyle requirements.
Whether patients are receiving dialysis as part of ongoing care or as preparation for a kidney transplant, The London Clinic’s care teams are committed to delivering compassionate support and world-class care, every step of the way.
To learn more about The London Clinic,
visit thelondonclinic.co.uk
or contact:
T: +44 (0) 20 4527 8215
E: appointments@thelondonclinic.co.uk
For international patients, contact:
E: internationaloffice@thelondonclinic.co.uk
