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.
Clinics
Spire Leeds Hospital
Leeds, Jackson Avenue, LS8 1NTMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 19 years of experience
- Consultant Cardiologist and Electrophysiologist, Spire Leeds Hospital
Subspecialties
- Ectopic beats
- Pacemaker implantation
Professional memberships
- British Heart Rhythm Society
Education
- PhD, University of Leeds (2014)
- MRCP, Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh (2010)
Publications and conferences
- A simple adaptation of a handheld ECG recorder to obtain chest lead equivalents.
Mercer B, Leese L, Ahmed N, Holden AV, Tayebjee MH. J
Electrocardiol;63:54-56 December 2020 - Cryoablation for Persistent and Longstanding Persistent Atrial Fibrillation: Results From a Multicentre European Registry.
Sawhney V, Schilling R, Providencia R, Cadd M, Perera D, Chatha S, Mercer B, Finlay M, Halimi F, Pavin D, Anselme F, Cebron J, Chun J, Schmidt B, Defaye P, Dhillon G, Boveda S, Albenque J, Tayebjee M, Asmundis C, Chierchia G, Hunter RJ.
Europace;22(3):375-381 March 2020
Languages spoken
- English
Reviews
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- Most helpful consultation with Dr Mercer. Questions and concerns answered. Further tests arranged with minimal delay. Thank you!
- Really happy with my consultation Dr Mercer explained everything clearly and concise and followed up with a fully informed letter , pleasant manner
- I would highly recommend Dr Mercer. His very friendly manner along with his excellent knowledge and detailed (yet understandable) explanations give great reassurance and confidence that you are in good hands.
- Every category very richly deserves 5 star's. Every member of staff go above and beyond to make your visit/stay as smooth and stress free as possible. A special mention to Dr Ben Mercer, he is the pinicle of professionalism whilst having the ability to put you totally at ease and relaxed, he is a lovely fellow and a master of his craft....thank you for giving me my quality of life back. Kind and warm regards to all involved. Steve Housley.
- I saw Dr Mercer following a recommendation from someone. He has a lovely bedside manner and explains things well. I really recommend him.
- Everything was fine, no problems at all.
- Dr Mercer was highly recommended to me by Harrogate HDFT and it was fully deserved. His prompt action may have preserved my life.
- Really grateful for the fantastic care I received
- Dr Mercer was very approachable , kind and extremely proficient and professional at his job. I would highly recommend him .