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Professor Nikhil Patel

Professor Nikhil Patel

Cardiologist

Saint Leonards-on-sea, TN37 7RE

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34 years of experience
Verified profile
34 years of experience

Patient Trust Score

5.00

9 patient reviews

1 professional endorsement

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

13 recommendations for:

Chest Pain(2)
Cardiac Pacing(2)
Cardiovascular Disease(1)
Other(8)

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About

Professor Nikhil Patel is an experienced Senior Consultant Cardiologist practicing in Eastbourne and London for the last 20 years. He is the Deputy Chief of Medicine and Cardiovascular Director at East Sussex NHS Trust and holds a regional role as the Head of The School of Medicine for Health England Kent, Surrey and Sussex. He is a former President of the RoyalSociety of Medicine (Cardiac Section) and is the Chairman of the Academic Board

Professor Patel undertook his initial medical training at the Guy's Hospital Medical School, part of the University of London, qualifying in 1989. Kickstarting his career, in September 1999, he was appointed as the then youngest Consultant Cardiologist in the country and now works mainly as a consultant at Eastbourne District General Hospital. He is a visiting Consultant Cardiologist at both Guy's and St Thomas Trust and the Royal Sussex County Hospital Brighton.

Professor Patel specialises in General Cardiology including chest pain, heart failure, hypertension and cardiac arrhythmias (Atrial Fibrillation and Syncope). His subspecialty expertise is in complex pacing including cardiac resynchronisation therapy (CRT), internal cardiac defibrillators (ICD) and coronary intervention (coronary angioplasty and stenting).

Professor Patel, in addition to his practice, has a passion for teaching and undertakes a range of educational roles overseeing trainees and training programme directors in the School of Medicine. He is also a senior lecturer to Brighton and Sussex Medical Schools and a Professor of cardiology, health and well being.

Professor Patel is active in the field of research, supervising higher research degrees at Msc and PhD level, and continuing to undertake research into cardiac devices management , heart valve disease, exercise and heart function, and areas of clinical cardiology.

Professor Patel is an expert in his field, achieving highly in his career thus far. In 2013 he was awarded a National Silver Award in recognition of his contribution to the health service.


Areas of expertise

Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals

  • Chest Pain (15%)
  • Cardiac Pacing (15%)
  • Cardiovascular Disease (8%)
  • Congestive Heart Failure (8%)
  • High Blood Pressure (8%)
  • Others (46%)

Subspecialties
  • Electrophysiology
  • Heart Failure
  • Heart Muscle Disease/Cardiomyopathy
  • Interventional Cardiology
  • Preventative Cardiology

All conditions and treatments
  • Chest Pain
  • Cardiovascular Disease
  • Congestive Heart Failure
  • High Blood Pressure
  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Angina
  • Arrhythmia (Irregular Heartbeat)
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Atrial Fibrillation
  • Bradycardia
  • Cardiac Pacing
  • 24 Hour Blood Pressure Monitor
  • Angioplasty
  • Bubble Contrast Echocardiography
  • CT Coronary Angiogram
  • Calcium Coronary Score
  • Cardiac MRI
  • Cardiac Re-synchronisation Therapy
  • Cardiac Rehabilitation
  • Cardio-Pulmonary Exercise Testing

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 3338386

Royal College of Physicians

No. 3338386


Qualifications

1989 Guys Hospital , University of London

2002 Fellow Royal College of Physicians

Memberships:

  • Royal Society of Medicine
  • British Cardiovascular Society
  • British Cardiovascular Intervention Society
  • Fellow European Society of Cardiovascular Medicine
  • British Medical Association
  • Medical Protection Society

languages spoken
  • English
consultation fees
  • New appointment: £180
  • Follow-up appointment: £140

insurers
  • AXA PPP Healthcare
  • General Medical
  • Bupa
  • The Exeter
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • Simply Health
  • Vitality Health

Location

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Sussex Premier Health

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The Ridge, St Leonards, Hastings,, Saint Leonards-on-sea, United Kingdom, TN37 7RE
The Ridge, St Leonards, Hastings,, Saint Leonards-on-sea, United Kingdom, TN37 7RE
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Kings Dr, Eastbourne, United Kingdom, BN21 2UD
Kings Dr, Eastbourne, United Kingdom, BN21 2UD
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Westminster Bridge Road, London, United Kingdom, SE1 7EH
Westminster Bridge Road, London, United Kingdom, SE1 7EH
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Eastbourne DGH, KIngs Drive, Eastbourne, United Kingdom, BN21 2UD
Eastbourne DGH, KIngs Drive, Eastbourne, United Kingdom, BN21 2UD
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Reviews

All reviews(9)
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Chest Pain (2)
Cardiac Pacing (1)
Cardiovascular Disease (1)
Congestive Heart Failure (1)
High Blood Pressure (1)

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*Star rating based on patient reviews

9 reviews

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

So far he has been very helpful, I am awaiting tests and a follow up meeting shortly.

24 Aug 2023verified patient
Patient seen for:
Cardiac Pacing

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Puts you at ease

27 May 2021verified patient
Patient seen for:
Chest Pain

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

A very professional yet friendly consultation that answered all questions clearly and with compassion. I have great confidence in the outcome of the proposed course of treatment.

13 May 2021verified patient

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Prof Nikki is very helpful and understanding and one feels reassured being under his care.

07 May 2021verified patient

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Very friendly and made me fell very comfortable

15 Apr 2021verified patient

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Excellent experience. Put me as ease and happy with consultation. Answered my questions. Future plans well explained. Would recommend to my friends

15 Apr 2021verified patient
Patient seen for:
Congestive Heart Failure
Cardiovascular Disease

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

My initial consultation with Professor Patel was very useful. He is kind, thorough, and clearly very knowledgable. I would have no hesitation recommending him.

09 Apr 2021verified patient
Patient seen for:
Chest Pain

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Excellent, understanding and easily approachable.

09 Apr 2021verified patient
Patient seen for:
High Blood Pressure

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Very nice gentleman and felt very comfortable and friendly and helpful

09 Apr 2021verified patient
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Most endorsed treatments/conditions
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Cardiac Pacing (1)
Bradycardia (1)
Cardiac Re-synchronisation Therapy (1)
Cardiology (1)

1 endorsement

Professor Patel has a long track record of treating patients with all forms of heart disease. He has twenty five years off experience undertaking coronary interventions for heart attacks and angina. For pacemaker, he is a leading authority and has been instrumental in developing national training programs, spreading good practice around the country. He delivers compassionate and patient centred care; being the sort of doctor always prepared to go the extra mile to deliver excellence. I have known and worked with him for many years and would thoroughly endorse his expertise in clinical cardiology, coronary interventions and pacemaker/devices.

27 Feb 2021
Endorsed for
Unstable Angina
Cardiology
Loss of Consciousness (Syncope)
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Cardiology
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FAQ

What are Professor Nikhil Patel's reviews like?

Professor Nikhil Patel's overall patient rating is 5 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 9 reviews

What languages does Professor Nikhil Patel speak?

Professor Nikhil Patel speaks English

Where is Professor Nikhil Patel located?

Professor Nikhil Patel primarily practices at Sussex Premier Health, located at The Ridge, St Leonards, Hastings,, Saint Leonards-on-sea, United Kingdom, TN37 7RE
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