HCA Healthcare UK
Leaders in Oncology Care, Harley Street
95 Harley StreetLondon W1G 6AF
Bowel cancer care
Colorectal cancer treatment in London
Dr Murphy is a consultant medical oncologist who specialises in bowel (colon) and rectal cancer, seeing private patients at Harley Street and Cromwell Hospital.
Appointments are face to face in London or by video. Each hospital's team manages bookings, so choose the one that suits you and book through their page. You can read more about Dr Murphy's training and research.
London W1G 6AF
Kensington
Cromwell Hospital
164–178 Cromwell RoadLondon SW5 0TU
Conditions treated
- Bowel cancer
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Advanced (stage 4) bowel cancer
- Young-onset bowel cancer
- Small bowel cancer
- Gastrointestinal cancers
Treatments
Dr Murphy uses chemotherapy, immunotherapy and targeted therapies, chosen around the features of each cancer, including its molecular profile, in line with a precision oncology approach. Where suitable, she can discuss clinical trials of new treatments.
Treatment may be given before surgery, after surgery to lower the risk of the cancer coming back, or as the main treatment for cancer that has spread. Dr Murphy works with colorectal surgeons and the wider cancer team to plan care around you.
Your first consultation
Dr Murphy will go through your history, scans and pathology results, explain what they mean, and talk through your treatment options, including their benefits and side effects. Bring any letters and reports you have. Family members are welcome.
Alongside treatment, she can advise on lifestyle, nutrition and exercise, and on using complementary therapies safely. The support resources list charities and services that can help.
Common questions
What does a medical oncologist do in bowel cancer?
A medical oncologist specialises in drug treatments for cancer, such as chemotherapy, immunotherapy and targeted therapy. For bowel and rectal cancer, they work alongside colorectal surgeons, radiologists, pathologists and clinical oncologists to plan treatment, whether before surgery, after surgery to reduce the risk of the cancer returning, or for cancer that has spread.
Does Dr Murphy treat advanced (stage 4) bowel cancer?
Yes. Dr Murphy treats both early and advanced colon and rectal cancer, including cancer that has spread to the liver, lungs or elsewhere.
Does Dr Murphy see younger patients?
Yes. Bowel cancer is becoming more common in people under 50, and Dr Murphy regularly treats people in their 20s, 30s and 40s with young-onset bowel cancer.
Can I see Dr Murphy by video?
Yes. Dr Murphy sees patients from across the UK, face to face in London or by video consultation. The hospital team arranges video appointments when you book.
Can I access clinical trials?
Where suitable, Dr Murphy can discuss clinical trials of new cancer treatments. She has expertise in novel cancer treatments and works as a medical adviser at the Cancer Research UK Centre for Drug Development.
Already have a treatment plan?
If you want an independent review of your diagnosis and treatment, Dr Murphy also offers second opinions.