Integrative Medicine
Within the NHS
Integrative medicine is available in limited form on the NHS, primarily through the Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine (RLHIM) at UCLH. Dr Kloppenburg trained and worked at the RLHIM and brings NHS-standard clinical governance to her private remote consultation practice, offering patients access to integrative medicine regardless of where they live in the UK.
The Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
The Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine (RLHIM) at University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is the UK's largest NHS centre for integrative medicine. It offers a range of services including acupuncture, homeopathy, nutritional medicine, mind-body therapies, and integrative oncology support. The RLHIM operates within the same clinical governance framework as any other NHS hospital department.
Dr Kloppenburg trained and worked at the RLHIM, gaining experience in NHS integrative medicine that she now brings to her private remote consultation practice. Her approach reflects the RLHIM's ethos: evidence-informed, patient-centred, and fully integrated with conventional medical care.
NHS vs Private Integrative Medicine
| Feature | NHS (RLHIM) | Dr Kloppenburg (Private) |
|---|---|---|
| Consultation length | Typically 20–30 minutes | 60 minutes |
| Access | GP referral required; London-based | Self-referral; UK-wide remote |
| Waiting time | Weeks to months | Typically within 1–2 weeks |
| IV therapies | Not routinely available | Available (IV Vitamin C) |
| Clinical governance | NHS standard | Same GMC/professional standards |
| Cost | Free at point of use | Fee-paying (see Fees page) |
Clinical Governance in Private Practice
GMC Registration
Dr Kloppenburg is fully registered with the General Medical Council (GMC No. 7042347) and subject to the same professional standards as any NHS consultant.
Professional Indemnity
Full professional indemnity insurance is maintained for all private practice activities, as required by the GMC and the Medical Defence Union.
Prescribing Standards
All prescribing follows GMC Good Medical Practice guidelines. Dr Kloppenburg will never prescribe complementary therapies as a substitute for clinically indicated conventional treatment.
Communication with NHS Team
With patient consent, Dr Kloppenburg communicates with the patient's NHS oncologist and GP to ensure integrated, coordinated care.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is integrative medicine available on the NHS?
Integrative medicine is available in limited form on the NHS. The Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine (RLHIM) at University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is the UK's principal NHS centre for integrative medicine. Some cancer centres also offer complementary therapy services. However, access to NHS integrative medicine is limited and varies significantly by region. Most patients access integrative medicine privately.
What is the RLHIM?
The Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine (RLHIM) is the UK's largest NHS centre for integrative medicine, located at University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. It offers a range of integrative medicine services including acupuncture, homeopathy, nutritional medicine, and mind-body therapies. Dr Kloppenburg trained and worked at the RLHIM and brings this NHS integrative medicine experience to her private practice.
How does private integrative medicine differ from NHS integrative medicine?
Private integrative medicine consultations offer longer appointment times (Dr Kloppenburg's consultations are 60 minutes), greater flexibility in treatment options, and access to therapies not available on the NHS such as IV Vitamin C. The clinical governance standards are the same — Dr Kloppenburg is GMC-registered and works within the same professional framework as any NHS consultant.
Can I see Dr Kloppenburg on the NHS?
Dr Kloppenburg's private practice offers remote consultations only. Patients can self-refer or be referred by their GP or oncologist. For NHS integrative medicine services, patients should contact the RLHIM directly or ask their GP about local complementary therapy services.
Access Integrative Medicine From Anywhere in the UK
Book a 60-minute remote consultation with Dr Kloppenburg — RLHIM-trained, GMC-registered, and experienced in integrative oncology and chronic disease management.
Remote consultations · UK-wide · 60 minutes · Book via call or online request