Consultations and procedures for a range of heart conditions.
Clinic consultations for people with symptoms that may be due to heart problems, at Manor Hospital, Oxford. Usually seen within one to two weeks. No GP referral required for self-pay.
Heart Assessment.
A thorough first consultation for symptoms such as breathlessness, chest pain, palpitations, blackouts or leg swelling — or simply to consider how to prevent heart disease.
I'll take a detailed history, examine you, and arrange any tests that are needed. Most investigations can be done on the same day as your consultation, and I'll explain what the results mean and agree a clear plan with you before you leave.
Typically includes
ECG · Echocardiogram · Blood pressure assessment · Heart rhythm monitor (where indicated)
Heart Failure.
Specialist diagnosis and ongoing management of heart failure — a condition where the heart isn't pumping as effectively as it should, causing breathlessness, tiredness or fluid retention.
I have a particular interest in heart failure and lead the regional service in Oxfordshire. Treatment has advanced significantly in recent years: most people see a large improvement with the right combination of medication and, where appropriate, device therapy such as cardiac resynchronisation.
Pacemakers & Devices.
I undertake procedures for implantation of pacemakers, implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs) and cardiac resynchronisation therapy (CRT) devices — one of my main areas of clinical work. I do over 150 of these procedures in most years and have very considerable experience with this.
Procedures are carried out at Manor Hospital or at the John Radcliffe Hospital. I'll explain the procedure thoroughly beforehand; you can normally go home the same day. My doctoral research was on optimising CRT, so this is an area of particular expertise.
Palpitations & Arrhythmia.
Palpitations — an awareness of your heart beating fast, hard or irregularly — are very common and usually not dangerous, but they can be unsettling.
I can investigate the cause with heart rhythm monitoring, blood tests and imaging as needed. Treatment options range from reassurance and lifestyle advice through to medication or referral for catheter ablation where appropriate.
Ready to book your appointment?
Most new patients are seen within one to two weeks at Manor Hospital, Oxford.