Dr Ben Mercer areas of expertise:
Professional statement
Dr Ben Mercer is a leading consultant cardiologist and electrophysiologist who specialises in atrial fibrillation, supraventricular tachycardia and ectopic beats, alongside cardiac arrhythmia, pacemaker therapy and defibrillation therapy. He privately practises at Spire Leeds Hospital while his NHS base is Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.
Dr Mercer has an impressive educational background, having been awarded an MBChB and PhD from the University of Leeds and an MRCP from the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh respectively.
He has undergone extensive specialist training in the management of arrhythmia in the west Yorkshire region, and as part of his PhD studies, he completed an extensive period of dedicated research in vascular biology and the effects of diabetes on blood vessel repair.
Dr Mercer, who also specialises in the use of catheter ablation as well as pacemaker therapy to manage cardiology conditions he has expertise in, takes great satisfaction in working with patients to find the best-tailored solution for all heart rhythm problems.
He has continued to be involved in research relating to heart rhythm disturbance and management, and more recently he has published research on atrial fibrillation, and other cardiology topics, in leading peer-reviewed journals. Dr Mercer is also a member of the British Heart Rhythm Society.
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K. Verified Patient
21/03/2024
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Very helpful and informative consultation.
S F. Verified Patient
16/12/2023
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I felt so much calmer and positive after my discussion with Dr Mercer, he very patiently explained to me how he could help me and set my mind at rest with regards to the treatment available.
C D. Verified Patient
17/11/2023
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Excellent consultation with clear explanations of next steps, which occurred quickly. F’up written letter to GP timely and accurate. Provided good reassurances in potentially worrying circumstances. Listens to patient!
P K. Verified Patient
29/10/2023
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Dr Mercer has been excellent from my initial diagnosis through to treatment, surgery and recovery. Couldn’t recommend him highly enough.