KIDNEYS • Platinum Medical Centre, London

Kidney Cancer in London — Platinum Medical Centre

For patients in St John's Wood, Maida Vale, Marylebone, and Hampstead who receive a kidney cancer diagnosis — whether from a routine health screen, incidental imaging, or haematuria investigation — the quality and speed of specialist assessment is non-negotiable. Platinum Medical Centre on Lodge Road NW8, 3 minutes from St John's Wood Underground, provides the Central London standard of private cancer specialist assessment that this community expects. Mr. Harshawardhan Godbole FRCS, Cancer Lead at North Middlesex University Hospital NHS Trust, reviews kidney cancer imaging, provides oncological staging and treatment recommendations, and — where surgery is indicated — performs laparoscopic nephrectomy as a private procedure. For international patients and those with public profiles, the absolute discretion of Platinum Medical Centre is equally important.

Kidney cancer — most commonly renal cell carcinoma (RCC) — arises from kidney tubule lining. CT chest-abdomen-pelvis with contrast stages the tumour. Laparoscopic partial nephrectomy preserves kidney function for tumours under 7cm; radical nephrectomy removes the whole kidney for larger or complex tumours. Advanced RCC is managed with targeted therapy (sunitinib, pazopanib) or immunotherapy (pembrolizumab, nivolumab) via specialist MDT. Mr. Godbole is an experienced laparoscopic surgeon with published research in this field.

### Second Opinion on Kidney Cancer Staging and Treatment — A Specific NW8 Need

A significant proportion of Platinum Medical Centre's kidney cancer patients seek a second specialist opinion — either on imaging that has been ambiguously reported, on a surgical recommendation they wish to verify, or on systemic therapy plans for advanced disease. Mr. Godbole's Cancer Lead role provides the oncological depth for these second opinions: re-reviewing CT and MRI imaging, assessing whether the proposed surgical approach (partial vs radical nephrectomy) is appropriate for the tumour's specific nephrometry characteristics, and providing an independent view on whether active surveillance is appropriate for small tumours where surgery is being recommended.

### International Patients and Kidney Cancer at Platinum Medical Centre

Platinum Medical Centre's NW8 location attracts international patients with kidney cancer diagnoses made abroad who are seeking a London-based second opinion or who wish to undergo surgery in the UK. Mr. Godbole reviews international imaging — including CT scans and MRI from international centres — provides a written specialist opinion in English with full staging and treatment recommendation, and can arrange private surgery in London for patients who choose to proceed. The written report is suitable for sharing with the patient's home country oncologist.

### Travel and Parking Guide – Platinum Medical Centre

15–17 Lodge Road, St John's Wood NW8 7JA. Underground: St John's Wood (Jubilee Line), 3 minutes walk. From Baker Street: 2 stops. Metered parking on Lodge Road; NCP at Clarence Gate.

Why choose Platinum Medical Centre for kidney cancer?

St John's Wood and Maida Vale patients choose Platinum Medical Centre for kidney cancer assessment because St John's Wood Underground is 3 minutes walk — the most accessible private oncological urology consultation in Central London for NW8 and surrounding postcodes.
Second opinion kidney cancer assessments at Platinum Medical Centre draw on Mr. Godbole's Cancer Lead experience to independently verify staging, surgical approach selection, and surveillance decisions for patients who have received a diagnosis elsewhere.
International patients receive written kidney cancer specialist opinions suitable for sharing with overseas oncologists and surgeons — supporting cross-system continuity of care.

Kidney Cancer cost at Platinum Medical Centre

Private consultation: £300 at Platinum Medical Centre. We accept Bupa, AXA Health, Vitality and Aviva. Call +44 (0)7884 183968 for a treatment cost estimate. [INTERNAL LINK → /fees/]

Kidney Cancer Surgery

Partial Nephrectomy

A partial nephrectomy is an operation performed to remove only the affected part of the kidney leaving behind normal parts which is important as it is essential to have as much renal reserve as possible in a lifetime. Procedure is performed laparoscopically/robotically or using open techniques.

Radical Nephrectomy

A radical nephrectomy procedure is performed to remove the entire kidney, along with its immediate coverings. This is needed for larger cancers and various parameters are taken into consideration (RENAL score for example) when considering this procedure. Once again this is successfully performed laparoscopically/robotically or using open techniques.

Coming in for your kidney cancer appointment

Platinum Medical Centre serves kidney cancer patients from St John's Wood, Maida Vale, Marylebone, Primrose Hill, Swiss Cottage, Hampstead, Kilburn, and internationally from Central London hotels. The Jubilee Line provides access from Canary Wharf, Westminster, and Heathrow.

Patient reviews — kidney cancer at Platinum Medical Centre

Alexander Hughes

St John's Wood

A 3.2cm kidney mass found incidentally. My NHS referral was 8 weeks away. Private consultation at Platinum Medical Centre within 4 days. Mr. Godbole reviewed the CT and applied the RENAL nephrometry score — explaining why partial nephrectomy was clearly feasible for my tumour's anatomy. His recommendation aligned with what the NHS later proposed, but receiving it within days rather than weeks significantly reduced my anxiety and enabled me to plan for surgery.

March 2026

Francesca Romano

Maida Vale

I was visiting London from Italy when a haematuria investigation found a kidney tumour. Platinum Medical Centre was recommended for a London specialist opinion. Mr. Godbole reviewed my imaging, staged the tumour as Stage 1, and provided a written specialist report in English. His recommendation for laparoscopic partial nephrectomy aligned with what my Italian urologist subsequently performed. The written report from Platinum Medical Centre was invaluable for continuity of care.

February 2026

Tariq Hassan

Marylebone

A kidney mass found during an MRI for a back problem. My GP's referral letter described it as 'possibly a cyst' — Mr. Godbole's review at Platinum Medical Centre applied the Bosniak classification and confirmed it as Bosniak III — surgery required, not watchful waiting. The accurate characterisation at this consultation changed the entire treatment approach. Surgery arranged and performed within 3 weeks.

March 2026

Sophie Laurent

Hampstead

My father's kidney cancer was found at an advanced stage — Stage 3. We sought a second opinion at Platinum Medical Centre because we wanted MDT-level advice before committing to a treatment plan. Mr. Godbole's review of the imaging led to a different surgical recommendation than the initial opinion — a laparoscopic approach rather than open surgery. The second opinion changed the surgical plan and the recovery was significantly better than it would have been with open surgery.

January 2026

David Goldstein

Swiss Cottage

Swiss Cottage to St John's Wood Underground is 10 minutes walk. The kidney cancer consultation at Platinum Medical Centre was oncologically rigorous in a way that matched my expectations as a patient with a healthcare background. Mr. Godbole's staging assessment, his application of the RENAL nephrometry score, and his clear rationale for partial nephrectomy over radical nephrectomy for my tumour's specific anatomy were exactly the clinical detail I needed to make an informed surgical decision.

February 2026

Frequently asked questions

Can I get a second opinion on my kidney cancer diagnosis at Platinum Medical Centre in St John's Wood?

Yes. Mr. Godbole provides second opinion kidney cancer assessments at Platinum Medical Centre. This includes re-reviewing CT and MRI imaging, assessing whether the proposed surgical approach is appropriate, and providing an independent view on staging and treatment. A written second opinion report is provided. Many patients use this to verify NHS recommendations or to assess whether private surgery offers advantages in their specific situation. Call +44 (0)7884 183968 to arrange.

I am an international patient with a kidney tumour diagnosis — can Mr. Godbole review my overseas imaging at Platinum Medical Centre?

Yes. Mr. Godbole reviews international kidney cancer imaging at Platinum Medical Centre. Please bring imaging on disc or provide a digital download link before your appointment. A written specialist opinion including staging assessment and treatment recommendation is provided in English — suitable for sharing with your home country oncologist. If you wish to proceed with surgery in London, this can be arranged. Call +44 (0)7884 183968 to discuss your specific situation.

What is active surveillance for small kidney tumours and is it appropriate for me?

Active surveillance — monitoring a small kidney tumour with serial imaging rather than immediate surgery — is appropriate for tumours under 2cm in older patients or those where surgical risk exceeds the tumour's immediate threat. Surveillance requires CT or MRI every 3–6 months to monitor for growth. If the tumour grows rapidly or exceeds 3–4cm, surgery or ablation is reconsidered. Mr. Godbole's assessment at Platinum Medical Centre applies current European Association of Urology (EAU) guidelines to determine whether active surveillance is appropriate for your specific tumour.

Does HRG Urology at Platinum Medical Centre manage advanced kidney cancer (Stage 3 or 4)?

Yes. For patients with locally advanced (Stage 3) or metastatic (Stage 4) kidney cancer, Mr. Godbole coordinates MDT-level management including surgical cytoreduction where appropriate and referral to medical oncology for targeted therapy or immunotherapy. A written MDT-standard management plan is provided, suitable for continuity of care with oncologists in London or internationally.

Is hereditary kidney cancer screening available at Platinum Medical Centre?

Yes. Patients with features suggesting hereditary kidney cancer — young age at diagnosis, bilateral or multifocal tumours, family history — receive genetic counselling referral and targeted genetic testing (VHL, BAP1, FLCN, MET mutations) as part of the specialist assessment at Platinum Medical Centre. Positive results inform surveillance protocols for the patient and have implications for first-degree relatives.