Conditions
The entire range of cardiological problems are managed within our group.
This includes patients experiencing chest discomfort, breathlessness and common palpitations such as atrial fibrillation (AF) as well as high blood pressure and elevated cholesterol levels.
We have specific expertise in cardiac screening of athletes and patients with potential rare inherited cardiac conditions.
Diagnostic Tests
We have access to state of the art diagnostic facilities including live 3D echocardiography (cardiac ultrasound), ultra-fast CT scanning as well as cardiac MRI and regularly use these techniques to obtain an accurate picture of each patient’s cardiac health.
Procedures
We undertake the entire range of cardiac interventional and surgical procedures.
Cardiac interventional procedures include coronary angiography / angioplasty, heart valve intervention (such as TAVI and Mitra-Clip) as well as PFO / ASD closure and LAA occlusion to prevent stroke.
Surgical procedures include the entire range of open and endoscopic valve replacement / repair and CABG surgery.
State of the art cardiac care
London Cardiac and Vascular Associates is a leading private cardiac and cardiothoracic clinic in central London. The clinic was founded by four senior physicians and surgeons with the sole aim of providing cutting edge medical care.
The ethos of our group is to ensure that all patients are managed through a multidisciplinary approach. Our cardiology and cardiac surgical teams work closely with one another and all complex cases are discussed at a Heart Team meeting on weekly basis.
Most conditions are managed on an out-patient basis. However, should there be a need for admission to hospital the group has admission rights to some of the most prestigious private hospitals across London.
Our Patient Journey Explained
The group treats patients from across the UK as well as international patients.
Patients from within the UK can be referred by their GP or contact the practice directly for a consultation.
International patients are encouraged to contact the group prior to travel to the UK in order that consultations and diagnostic tests can be planned in advance to minimise delay.
Patient Journey
Appoinments
Appointments can be made by contacting the dedicated staff in our central London office or through our website. Clinics are available Monday to Saturday and specific consultation slots are kept for emergency referrals every day.
Diagnostic tests
Cutting edge diagnostic facilities are used to obtain a detailed overview of each patients' cardiac health and used to derive a personalised treatment plan.
Procedures
Day-case and in-patient procedures are performed in leading central London private hospitals.
Follow-up
Follow-up appointments will be arranged according to each patients' specific needs. This includes overseeing physiotherapy or cardiac rehabilitation requirements.
Our Consultants
All our consultants are interenationally recognised in their field of practice and are amongst the highest volume operators in the country. They practice in the NHS as well as in the private sector and strive to maintain the highest standards of governance at all times.
Dr Jonathan Byrne
MB ChB, PhD, FRCP(UK)
Jonathan Byrne is an interventional cardiologist who specialises in the treatment of coronary artery disease. This involves the treatment of patients with angina, heart failure, heart rhythm disturbances and high blood pressure.
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Mr Ranjit Deshpande
MB BS, FRCS
Mr Ranjit Deshpande is a Consultant Cardiothoracic Surgeon with specialist interest in Minimally Invasive (Key Hole) Cardiac & Thoracic Surgery. For ischemic heart disease he specialises in use of bilateral internal mammary arteries for coronary artery bypass graft surgery (CABG) to achieve near total arterial re-vascularisation.
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Mr Desai Jatin
Mb BCh, FRCS
I am a Senior Cardiothoracic Surgeon practicing in London since 1990. My National Health Service is at King’s college Hospital and I conduct my Private Practice at London Bridge Hospital and at King’s College Hospital.
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Dr Narbeh Melikian
BSc (Hons), MB BS (Hons), MD (Res), FRCP (UK)
Dr Melikian is Consultant Cardiologist and Honorary Senior Lecturer at King’s College Hospital and King’s College School Medicine in London. He is a Fellow of The Royal College of Physicians of London.
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