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Proton Beam Therapy

Proton beam therapy is an advanced form of external radiotherapy that uses high-energy proton beams instead of photon x-ray beams or electrons. Carefully measured doses of protons are delivered to the precise area needing treatment, using the latest IBA ProteusONE technology. This ensures that the delivery of proton beam therapy is highly accurate and prevents the risk of radiation reaching surrounding healthy tissue.

Radiotherapy

Radiotherapy is used to kill and destroy cancer cells. It utilises radiation in the form of high-energy x-rays, known as photons, to kill and damage the cancerous cells and prevent their growth and reproduction. It can be used as a non-surgical option to treat cancer, and it can also be used to shrink a tumour or in combination with other treatments.

MR-linac Radiotherapy

The Rutherford Cancer Centres and Elekta are bringing the next generation of personalised adaptive radiotherapy technology to oncology centres across the UK, with the new MR-linac Elekta Unity now available at the Rutherford Cancer Centre North West in Liverpool.

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North West

Rutherford Cancer Centre North West offers patients in the region the latest in cancer treatment services, it opened in 2020 and now offers diagnostic imaging, chemotherapy, radiotherapy and MR-linac radiotherapy, all backed by our range of supportive care services. Proton beam therapy is scheduled to be available in 2022.

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Overview

Overlooking the city of Liverpool, the Rutherford Cancer Centre North West has been constructed as part of the city's exciting Knowledge Quarter development, situated close to both the university and hospital. The centre opened in 2020 and provides specialist treatments and facilities, offering cancer patients access to MR-linac radiotherapy, radiotherapy, chemotherapy, and immunotherapy, along with MRI & CT diagnostic imaging services. Proton beam therapy is scheduled to be available in 2022.

Our treatments

Our patients are at the heart of what we do, and we endeavour to provide every one of our patients and their family/carers a comfortable and welcoming environment to receive treatment. Our state-of-the-art treatment facilities feature the very latest in advanced treatment technology, which will allow us to plan and deliver treatments in the most effective way and are personalised to our patients’ needs.

Treatments available at the Rutherford Cancer Centre North West include:

Delivering exceptional care and support

Holistic care is central to our mission at Rutherford Cancer Centres and the supportive care team are available to offer advice or assistance to our patients during or after the treatment delivery. All patients have the option to complete a Macmillan Holistic Needs Assessment that allows our team to provide a tailored care plan alongside the dedicated treatment.

Our facilities

Purpose-built treatment facilities for the planning and delivery of our services and treatments await patients at Rutherford Cancer Centre North West. Additionally, we pride ourselves on understanding that each patient has a unique treatment experience, which is why we work together to create tailored treatment plans that accommodate individual needs.

Facilities available at the Rutherford Cancer Centre North West include:

  • 1 medical proton therapy machine ( scheduled to be available in 2022)
  • 1 medical linear accelerator
  • 1 MR-linac
  • A Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT) suite
  • 1 Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scanner for treatment planning
  • 1 Computerised Tomography (CT) scanner for treatment planning
  • Anaesthetic recovery rooms
  • Consulting rooms
  • Child-friendly area
  • Waiting area

To ensure all patients have a relaxing visit as possible, we provide free Wi-Fi access throughout the centre and fully-equipped waiting areas with refreshments available.

Referrals to Rutherford Cancer Centres

In order to receive treatment at the Rutherford Cancer Centre North West, patients should always seek referral through their oncologist or consultant. For further information regarding referrals, please email enquiries@therutherford.com or call 0800 210 0402.

Meet our dedicated consultants

At Rutherford Cancer Centre North West, providing our patients with an unparalleled standard of service and care is part of our ongoing mission. We are proud to have a dedicated staff consisting of a multi-disciplinary team of highly trained registered professionals including clinical and medical oncologists, therapy radiographers, medical physicists and dosimetrists, nurses and passionate supportive care teams.

Follow the link to find out more about consultants working with Rutherford Cancer Centres.

MR-linac

The Rutherford Cancer Centres and Elekta are bringing the next generation of personalised adaptive radiotherapy technology to oncology centres across the UK, with the new MR-linac Elekta Unity available at the Rutherford Cancer Centre North West in Liverpool.

The Elekta Unity is a state-of-the-art MR-linac that is setting a new standard for personalised radiotherapy. Elekta Unity provides the ability to reshape the treatment dose based on daily changes in shape, size and position of the tumour and surrounding healthy anatomy and then enables accurate dose delivery with real-time visualisation of the tumour.

Integrating MR (magnetic resonance) with precision RT (radiotherapy) makes it possible to see the target tumour and soft tissue during treatment. This intelligent and pioneering technology will enable real-time visual tracking meaning that treatment adaption is possible at the same time when treating cancer patients. Ensuring that every patient's treatment is adapted to their personalised real-time status.

For further information visit our dedicated MR-linac radiotherapy page.

If you’d like to speak to our enquiries team about proton beam therapy, or any of our other treatments, please get in touch:

Telephone
0800 210 0402
Email
enquiries@therutherford.com
Address
2 Mason Street
Edge Hill
Liverpool
L7 3EW
Centre Contact Number
0151 459 0323

Location

This centre is located at:

Rutherford Cancer Centre North West
2 Mason Street, Edge Hill, Liverpool, L7 3EW

All of our registered centres undergo a registration inspection by the independent healthcare regulators of each country (Healthcare Inspectorate Wales, Care Quality Commission) to ensure that the quality and safety of services meet the required standards of care. In addition, ongoing inspections are undertaken and where these have taken place, full reports are made available on our website.

 

By Road
  • Sheffield: 77 miles
  • Birmingham: 96 miles
  • Manchester: 44 miles
  • London: 210 miles

 

 

Postcode

The nearest postcode for satnav is L7 3EW.

 

 

By Train

The nearest train station is Liverpool Central Station (approximately 10 minutes’ drive away).

 

Parking

For those travelling by car, free car-parking is available on site.

 

Hotels

A wide selection of hotels are located nearby.

 

Local Information Guide

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How to Find Us

For further location information and directions on how to find the North West centre, please download our directions flyer below:

 

Get in Touch

If you'd like to speak to us about any of the treatments we offer please don’t hesitate to get in touch. Call us on 0800 210 0402 or

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Thames Valley

Thames Valley

Rutherford Cancer Centre Thames Valley

Rutherford Cancer Centre Thames Valley opened in Reading in 2018 and is in the newly-built Thames Valley Science Park. The centre has proton therapy available for patients and is also open for those requiring radiotherapy, diagnostic imaging, chemotherapy and supportive cancer care.

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North East

North East

Rutherford Cancer Centre North East

Rutherford Cancer Centre North East was custom built to suit the needs of our patients, offering the latest in diagnostic technology and treatments including radiotherapy, chemotherapy, proton beam therapy, in addition to wellbeing services.

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South Wales

South Wales

Rutherford Cancer Centre South Wales

Rutherford Cancer Centre South Wales was the first Rutherford centre to open in the UK, and the first UK cancer centre to treat using high-energy proton beam therapy. The centre also offers state-of-the-art imaging, chemotherapy, immunotherapy and radiotherapy using the latest treatment and diagnostic technology, backed by its range of supportive care services.

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