Cardiology
Within the Heart and Lung Centre, our world-class cardiology department assesses, diagnoses and treats conditions affecting the heart and blood vessels.
Why choose us for cardiology?
World-leading experts
Our team contains the UK’s most sought-after cardiologists, including those from several leading London-based cardiology groups.
Treatment for complex conditions
We can treat even the most challenging of cardiovascular cases at our state-of-the-art hospital in west London.
Minimally invasive procedures
We offer minimally invasive treatments, including device implantation, cardioversion and catheter ablation.
Multidisciplinary care
Our cardiovascular team works alongside a diverse network of medical experts to deliver bespoke treatment plans.
Same-day diagnostics
We provide rapid access to consultations and diagnostic services – all under one roof, at a time that suits you.
What is cardiology?
Cardiology is a branch of medicine focused on the diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting the heart and blood vessels (the vascular system). Cromwell Hospital – with our renowned Heart and Lung Centre in the field of UK cardiology – is home to a diverse network of leading private cardiologists, who specialise in every aspect of cardiovascular and heart disease.
Treatment is further supported by other healthcare professionals, including clinical nurse specialists, physiologists, radiographers, and technicians. If you are looking for a private cardiologist in London, our hospital is dedicated to providing exceptional care and personalised treatment for a wide range of cardiac conditions.
Our expert cardiology team
Among our team of cardiology consultants, we have experts in congenital heart defects, coronary artery disease, heart failure, valvular heart disease and electrophysiology (the study of the heart's rhythm). We are also partnered with several of London’s leading cardiology groups and private cardiology clinics to further strengthen our quality of care and expertise.
Together with specialist nurses and technicians, our private cardiologists work together in multidisciplinary teams, meeting regularly to find the best treatment for each patient.
Cardiovascular conditions we treat
Within the cardiology department at our Heart and Lung Centre, we diagnose and treat a wide range of conditions affecting the heart and blood vessels, including coronary heart disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, valve disease and more.
Diagnostic tests for cardiovascular conditions
The Clinical Investigations Centre (CIC) at Cromwell Hospital offers comprehensive diagnostic imaging services to help assess and understand your condition.
When it comes to cardiovascular conditions, time is of the essence – which is why we provide same-day consultations and diagnostic tests, all under one roof, so you can receive the care you need without delay.
We also provide a smaller range of services at Basinghall Clinic, a City-based outpatient centre.
Treatment for cardiovascular conditions
Our cardiology department within the Heart and Lung Centre offers leading, minimally invasive treatment for conditions affecting the heart and blood vessels, delivered by our world-class private cardiologists at our dedicated catheterisation laboratory (cath lab). Treatments we offer include device implantation, catheter ablation, cardioversion and more.
For patients who require more comprehensive treatment, we also provide advanced cardiac surgery.
Why choose us for cardiology?
At Cromwell Hospital, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional private cardiology care in London. Our team of expert consultant cardiologists are leaders in their field, with years of experience diagnosing and treating a wide range of heart conditions.
We understand that choosing the right private cardiologist in London can be overwhelming, which is why we're committed to delivering personalised care tailored to your unique needs. From routine check-ups to complex procedures, our state-of-the-art facilities and leading-edge technology ensure you receive the best possible treatment. Plus, our convenient location in central London means you can access top-quality UK cardiology care without having to travel far from home.
Clinical interests: General cardiology, coronary angioplasty, stenting, coronary artery disease, valvular heart disease, trans-catheter valve intervention
Languages spoken: English
Clinical interests: Coronary angioplasty, cardiac catheterisation, and pacemaker implantation.
Languages spoken: English/Polish
Clinical interests: Interventional and general cardiology, coronary artery disease, coronary angiography and angioplasty, valvular heart disease, TAVI procedure (transcatheter aortic valve implantation), cardiovascular disease in women.
Languages spoken: Arabic/English
Clinical interests: Coronary artery disease, ischaemic heart disease, Cardiac disease prevention, Chest pain, Palpitations, Shortness of breath, Dizziness, Collapse, Angina, Heart attacks, Acute coronary syndromes, Heart Failure, Cardiomyopathy, Cardiac Valve disease, Aortic stenosis, Aortic regurgitation, Mitral regurgitation, Mitral stenosis, Pacemakers, Hypertension / high blood pressure, Hypercholesterolaemia / high cholesterol, Cardiac risk assessment, Coronary angiography, Percutaneous coronary intervention with/without stenting, Advanced adjunctive intracoronary technologies, Fractional flow reserve (FFR), Instant wave free ratio (iFR), Coronary flow reserve (CFR), Intravascular Ultrasound (IVUS), Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT), Devices: single and dual chamber pacemaker insertion, Echocardiography, Reporting of echocardiography, Stress echocardiography, CT Coronary Angiography, Reporting of CT Coronary Angiography
Languages spoken: English/Hindi/Punjabi/Urdu
Clinical interests: General cardiology; angina (chest pain); syncope (collapse or loss of consciousness); palpitations; hypertension (high blood pressure); heart failure; complex cardiac devices.
Languages spoken: English
Clinical interests: Cardiac Imaging (echo, stress echo, CT angiography),heart failure, general cardiology
Languages spoken: English/Greek
Dr Ricardo Petraco
/ Consultant Cardiologist
Cardiology, General cardiology, Interventional cardiology
Clinical interests: Coronary artery disease, chest pains and angina, cardiac catheterisation, cardiac stenting, and cardiac imaging and physiology.
Languages spoken: English/Portuguese
Clinical interests: Cardiac Imaging, Ischaemic Heart Disease, Cardiomyopathy, Heart failure, Heart valve disease, Myocarditis, Aortic disease
Languages spoken: English/German
Clinical interests: Interventional cardiology - including angioplasty and stent implantation as an alternative to bypass surgery. Procedures performed from the femoral or radial route. Diagnosis and management of all aspects of general cardiology.
Languages spoken: English/French/Italian/Punjabi
Clinical interests: Cardiomyopathy, transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI).
Languages spoken: English
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Paying for your treatment
We welcome both self-paying and insured patients.
Self-pay patients
We offer several ways for patients to self-pay, including pay-as-you-go and self-pay packages.
Insured patients
At Cromwell Hospital, we accept private health insurance from most major providers, including AXA, Aviva, Bupa, and Vitality.
Our locations
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