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 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.
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.
We have direct flights from over 200 countries to the nearest airports from our centres. Our concierge service can arrange transport to pick you up from the airport and assist you with daily travel requirements during your stay.
Cancer Centre Location
Nearest Airports
Rutherford Cancer Centre
South Wales
Bristol - 38 miles
Cardiff airport - 25 miles
Rutherford Cancer Centre
Thames Valley
London airports, including:
Heathrow - 27 miles
Gatwick - 55 miles
Luton - 56 miles
Rutherford Cancer Centre
North East
Newcastle International Airport - 15 miles
Rutherford Cancer Centre
North West
Manchester - 34 miles
Liverpool John Lennon Airport – 7.5 miles
Our network of centres is conveniently located near major airports and train stations. We can also make convenient travel arrangements to any of our centres from any major London Airport.