Dr Ben Corden

Dr Ben Corden is a highly respected consultant cardiologist providing private care at Nuffield Health Cheltenham Hospital and Cobalt Health. He offers expert, personalised care for a wide range of cardiovascular conditions and symptoms, including breathlessness, chest pain, palpitations, fainting, blackouts and high blood pressure. He also provides cardiovascular risk assessment, helping people with raised cholesterol, a family history of heart disease or concerns about their heart health.

Dr Corden studied medicine at the University of Cambridge and holds a PhD from University College London. He undertook specialist cardiology training at several renowned London hospitals, including Hammersmith Hospital and St Bartholomew’s Hospital. He carried out research at Royal Brompton Hospital and the National Heart Centre Singapore, focusing on heart muscle disease (cardiomyopathy) and advanced cardiac imaging, particularly cardiac MRI.

Alongside his private practice, Dr Corden works at Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and the Bristol Heart Institute. He is the Clinical Lead for Heart Failure in Gloucestershire and is a key member of the Cardiomyopathy and Inherited Cardiac Conditions Service at the Bristol Heart Institute. Known for his calm, approachable manner, he takes time to listen to patients’ concerns, explain investigation results and discuss treatment options clearly. His approach combines careful assessment with practical advice, helping patients understand their symptoms and make informed decisions about their care.