History
NSIA-LUTH Cancer Centre (NLCC), established in 2019 through a dynamic public-private partnership between the Nigerian Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA) and the Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH), stands as West Africa's largest and best-equipped oncology facility. Our commitment to comprehensive cancer care is unwavering.
At NLCC, we offer state-of-the-art services, including curative and palliative radiation therapy, brachytherapy, chemotherapy, psycho-oncology and support groups. Our cutting-edge technology, featuring the Varian Halcyon and Vital Beam linear accelerators, ensures precise and effective treatments.
Our multidisciplinary team of highly trained oncologists, radiographers, medical physicists and support staff collaborate to create personalised treatment plans for each patient. In 2023, NLCC received the Most Outstanding Oncology Centre award at the Nigerian Healthcare Excellence Awards, reaffirming our dedication to excellence and global advancements in oncology.
Profile
NLCC delivers curative and palliative treatments using the most innovative cancer therapy solutions. With a multidisciplinary approach to the management of all types of cancers, we work with highly qualified specialists across various disciplines to offer treatments for breast cancer, cervical cancer, prostate cancer, colorectal cancer, head and neck cancers, sarcomas, skin cancers, lung cancers, basal cell cancers and paediatric cancers.
Some of the therapies available at NLCC are:
- Chemotherapy including hormonal therapy, targeted therapy and immunotherapy
- Advanced Curative and Palliative Radiation Therapy
- Curative 3-dimensional High Dose Rate Brachytherapy
- Psycho-oncology and Support Groups
Specialities
- Systemic Chemotherapy
- Immunotherapy
- External Beam Radiation Therapy (EBRT)
- Three-Dimensional High-Dose-Rate Brachytherapy (3D HDR BT)
- Adult and Paediatric Radiation Therapy
- Children, Adolescents and Young Adults Cancer
- Palliative Oncology Care
- End-of-Life Care
- Supportive Oncology
- Psycho-oncology
- Cancer Clinical Trials
- Clinical Research
- Oncology Nutrition
- Solid Tumours
Palliative and Supportive Care
At NSIA-LUTH Cancer Centre, our palliative and supportive care services are designed to enhance the quality of life for patients at every stage of their cancer journey, focusing on alleviating symptoms, improving comfort and supporting our patients' overall well-being.
We offer psycho-oncology and counselling services to support the mental and emotional well-being of our patients and their families. Our nutritional guidance ensures that patients receive personalised dietary plans to support physical well-being during treatment. Additionally, our cancer support groups provide a platform for patients to share experiences and gain strength from one another.
Our multidisciplinary team is dedicated to delivering compassionate care and ensuring the best outcomes for cancer patients in West Africa. At NSIA-LUTH Cancer Centre we strive to provide holistic care that addresses the physical, emotional and social needs of our patients.
Last update: September 2024
