Dr Syed Afzal Sohaib
Professional statement
Dr Syed Afzal Sohaib is a consultant cardiologist with a special interest in heart rhythm problems. Palpitations, blackouts (syncope), and heart rhythm problems such as atrial fibrillation can be quite distressing when a person first experiences them, especially when it is unclear why they are happening. Dr Sohaib applies a personalised approach to each individual patient to find the right tests to find the cause and right treatments for each person. These treatments may just be reassurance and advice, but sometimes medication is required, and in some people procedures such as pacemakers and implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICD) implantation or ablation procedures which he performs.
He qualified from the University College London (UCL) in 2005. After his studies, Dr Sohaib trained in leading teaching hospitals in London, including the Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust and Royal Brompton & Harefield Hospitals NHS Trust. He obtained a PhD from Imperial College. Aside from his NHS posts, Dr Sohaib attends private patients at the One Heart Clinic, London Independent Hospital, and Spire London East. He performs procedures including ablations, pacemaker and defibrillator implants at The Wellington Hospital.
Dr Sohaib's research interests are in cardiac electrophysiology and cardiac devices. He has written a book in this area and has published numerous scientific peer reviewed articles. Furthermore, he has given speeches at national and international cardiology conferences. He has also assisted in improving the teaching and training of cardiology for medical students and junior doctors in the UK and Europe from roles he has held.
Clinics
The London Independent Hospital - part of Circle Health Group
East London, 1 Beaumont Square, E1 4NLMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 21 years of experience
Languages spoken
- English
Reviews
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- Prior to my stay and procedure, the treatment and explanations I received from Dr Syed Afzal Sohaib were clear and professionally delivered. The procedure itself was clearly explained, and I felt reassured following that advice. The aftercare I received post the procedure was of the same very high standard.
- Professional, reassuring, highly recommended
- Hi Dr Syed A Sohaib was excellent in diagnosing my symptoms. I was very happy to meet him. He is very knowledgeable in his field.
- Don't tell customers a scan is £800 and then charge £1815 this was what vista health did
- A positive and stress free experience
- I was successfully treated for an AFIB condition by Dr Sohaib and his team at Wellington Hospital. Everyone I met during the process was informed, professional and efficient. I would strongly recommend.Doctor's response -Many thanks for the positive feedback! It is very much appreciated.
- Very professional, easy to communicate with and a great service across the whole process.
- Dr Sohaib is an excellent surgeon on all levels. I couldn’t have hoped for a better surgeon.
- My experience with Dr Sohaib was excellent. He took the time to explain all the options. The procedure I had went very smoothly and his team were outstanding. I also appreciated that Dr Sohaib was very open to nutritional and lifestyle changes to help my recovery.
- Very pleased with the way I have been cared for and helped. Dr Sohaib is clearly very experienced and highly professional