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What is preventive cardiology?
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Professional statement
Dr Chris Critoph is a leading consultant cardiologist based in Bournemouth, practising at Nuffield Health Bournemouth Hospital and the Royal Bournemouth Hospital.
He has expertise in heart failure, implantable devices (pacemakers and defibrillators), sports cardiology, inherited heart conditions, and heart health screening. He frequently manages common symptoms such as chest pain, palpitations, and breathlessness, providing expert diagnosis and tailored treatment plans. He is also experienced in prescribing and monitoring weight-loss medication.
Dr Critoph places strong emphasis on listening to his patients, communicating clearly, and supporting long-term heart health through evidence-based care. He is passionate about helping people optimise their lifestyle to improve both health and wellbeing.
He runs a cardiologist-led clinic with rapid access to advanced investigations, including echocardiography, CT coronary angiography, MRI, heart rhythm monitoring, exercise testing, and genetic analysis.
Dr Critoph trained in cardiology at leading London centres, including The Heart Hospital and St Bartholomew’s Hospital, before completing a fellowship in advanced heart failure and cardiac transplantation in Australia. He was awarded a research degree from University College London and remains actively involved in clinical research as a principal investigator in heart trials.
Clinics
Coastal Cardiology at Nuffield Health Bournemouth Hospital
67 Lansdowne Rd, Bournemouth BH1 1RW, UK, BournemouthMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 25 years of experience
- Consultant cardiologist, Nuffield Health Bournemouth Hospital (2015)
Subspecialties
- Chest pain
- Shortness of breath
Professional memberships
- British Cardiovascular Society
- British Society of Heart Failure
Education
- MD, University College London (2014)
- MRCP, Royal College of Physicians (2004)
Positions in organisations
- Clinical Lead for Heart Failure, University Hospitals Dorset
Publications and conferences
- Principal Investigator for two multi-centre heart failure trials, Royal Bournemouth Hospital
- Dr Critoph's publications are available on ResearchGate|https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Christopher-Critoph
Prizes and awards
- Clinical Excellence Award
Languages spoken
- English
Registration number: 6027030
Content
Health content
Article
Why a cardiac risk assessment could protect your future health
Many of us don’t pay enough attention to our health until problems arise. Understanding yo...
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Should I get my heart checked if my father died young of a heart attack?
Here, distinguished consultant cardiologist, Dr Chris Critoph, explains why people whose f...
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Is heart failure only an elderly disease?
Is heart failure only an elderly disease? Find out from revered consultant cardiologist, D...
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Normal cholesterol and heart disease risk
Here, renowned consultant cardiologist, Dr Chris Critoph, explores the idea of patients st...
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Can I keep exercising if I have a heart condition?
In this video, esteemed consultant cardiologist, Dr Chris Critoph, discusses whether patie...
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What is heart failure
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How is heart failure diagnosed?
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How is heart failure treated?
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Advanced treatment of heart failure
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What is the prognosis of heart failure?
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Heart failure specialist
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What does a heart attack feel like?
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Why do heart attacks happen?
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Can heart attacks be prevented?
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How are heart attacks treated?
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What are palpitations
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Assessment of palpitations
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What are the heart causes of breathlessness?
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How do you investigate symptoms of breathlessness?
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How is breathlessness treated?
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What causes dizziness?
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Is it safe to exercise if you have heart trouble?
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What are the risk factors for heart trouble?
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Stem cells and the heart
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An introduction to Dr Christopher Critoph
In this introductory video, esteemed consultant cardiologist, Dr Christopher Critoph, tell...
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- Dr Critoph is caring and very friendly. He is very easy to talk to. Also he has great memory and remembers your most pertinent issues and concerns. He is highly recommended.
- Dr Critoph is very personable and explains things in an easy to understand manner. We would definitely recommend him.
- I saw Dr Critoph 15 months ago, amazing service, he looked at an overnight ecg from my own monitor that I had emailed at 5.30pm and I got a reply that evening saying see me! At that appointment he forecast I would need a pacemaker eventually. I have seen him13 months post NHS pacemaker implantation. His advice at that appointment has made a huge difference to my exercise capability. Hercules unchained.
- He was friendly and direct and was very polite and well mannered
- Over the many years I have been under his guidance, Dr Critoph has always been very supportive, thorough and caring.
- Dr Critoph was a wonderful specialist, helping my mum with her heart issues. He listened to her concerns, considered the symptoms and explained the medical plan she needed to follow. As a result her health has improved and as a family we are delighted to have her back to her old self. I would highly recommend Dr Critoph as a specialist.
- This is a terrific medical establishment where from the time you enter until you have been tested for diagnosis or seen by a consultant you are made to feel welcome. The side effect of this is it reduces stress and has a wellbeing plus. Great outfit worthy of praise
- A very professional and competent doctor who always puts me at ease when l see him. I have the highest regard for his service and advice when l visit.
- Dr Critoph is extremely professional, knowledgeable and compassionate. He explained everything about my heart health in a way that I could understand. I highly recommend Dr Critoph to anyone looking for an excellent cardiologist.