Professor Gerald Carr-WhiteCardiology in SE1 South Bank London
Professor Gerald Carr-White
MBBS(Hons) BSc(Hons) PhD FRCP
GMC: 4012216Professional statement
Professor Gerald Carr-White is a leading London consultant cardiologist. He specialises in conditions of the heart, including heart failure, inherited cardiac diseases, general cardiology including the assessment of palpitations and chest pain and valvular heart disease. Professor Carr-White was the clinical lead for heart failure and inherited diseases at Guy's and St Thomas' Hospitals, leading one of the largest services in the UK for 14 years. He is now the medical director of the cardiovascular, respiratory and critical care unit at Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS trust.
After qualifying from St George’s Hospital with University of London honours in Medicine, Professor Carr-White trained in general medicine at Brompton, Hammersmith and St Mary’s hospitals before becoming a member of the Royal College of Physicians in 1996. He then obtained a PhD in the mechanics of ventricular function from Brompton Hospital in 2000, working with Professor Sir Magdi Yacoub and Dr Derek Gibson. His specialist cardiology training was at Brompton and Guy’s and St. Thomas’ hospitals. He obtained his higher certification in both cardiology and general medicine in 2006.
He has sat on the 2 main national leadership groups for cardiology, helping develop regional and national guidelines and service specifications for NHS England and is currently one of two cardiologists sitting on the pan London oversight board for strategy, patient pathways and covid management and recovery.
Professor Carr-White is currently the vice president for Cardiomyopathy UK, leading patient education events across the country, and is an elected member of the Association for Inherited Cardiac Conditions. He is the network clinical lead for both King’s Health Partners and the NHS England South London Cardiac Network, coordinating patient pathways across a population of 8 million people. He is also the HCA national lead for heart failure.
Alongside his clinical work, Dr Carr-White is a professor in heart failure and inherited diseases at King's College London, and lectures both nationally and internationally. He has published over 120 peer-reviewed articles in medical journals, in the fields of heart failure, inherited cardiac diseases, cardiac imaging and valve disease, and has been granted over 7 million pounds in research grant income.
After qualifying from St George’s Hospital with University of London honours in Medicine, Professor Carr-White trained in general medicine at Brompton, Hammersmith and St Mary’s hospitals before becoming a member of the Royal College of Physicians in 1996. He then obtained a PhD in the mechanics of ventricular function from Brompton Hospital in 2000, working with Professor Sir Magdi Yacoub and Dr Derek Gibson. His specialist cardiology training was at Brompton and Guy’s and St. Thomas’ hospitals. He obtained his higher certification in both cardiology and general medicine in 2006.
He has sat on the 2 main national leadership groups for cardiology, helping develop regional and national guidelines and service specifications for NHS England and is currently one of two cardiologists sitting on the pan London oversight board for strategy, patient pathways and covid management and recovery.
Professor Carr-White is currently the vice president for Cardiomyopathy UK, leading patient education events across the country, and is an elected member of the Association for Inherited Cardiac Conditions. He is the network clinical lead for both King’s Health Partners and the NHS England South London Cardiac Network, coordinating patient pathways across a population of 8 million people. He is also the HCA national lead for heart failure.
Alongside his clinical work, Dr Carr-White is a professor in heart failure and inherited diseases at King's College London, and lectures both nationally and internationally. He has published over 120 peer-reviewed articles in medical journals, in the fields of heart failure, inherited cardiac diseases, cardiac imaging and valve disease, and has been granted over 7 million pounds in research grant income.
Clinics
London Bridge Hospital - part of HCA Healthcare
SE1 South Bank London, 6th Floor, St Olaf House, 27 Tooley Street, London, SE1 2PRMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 32 years of experience
- Consultant Cardiologist, London Bridge Hospital (present)
Subspecialties
- Heart failure
- Cardiomyopathy
Professional memberships
- Member and speaker at The British Society of Heart Failure (2013 - present)
- Accredited member of British Society of Echocardiography (2013 - present)
Education
- MBBS (Hons), University of London (1993)
- BSc (Hons) University of London (1990)
Teaching posts
- Regularly lectures nationally and internationally
- Reader in heart failure and inherited cardiac diseases at Kings College London
Positions in organisations
- Previous chairman of South London Heart Failure Network
- South East London Advisor to NHS England on national advisory board as heart failure and inherited cardiac diseases expert
Languages spoken
- English
Registration number: 4012216
Reviews
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- Professor Carr-White is an outstanding Cardiologist who provides his patients with the highest level of care. I am indebted to him for his treatment over the last 3 years and the improvement of my symptoms.
- I would like to thank both Prof. Carr-White and his secretary Denise for their excellent assistance, expertise and professionalism. Your golden advice has remarkably improved my condition and thanks to you I am getting better and better. Your dedication is remarkable, thank you!
- Prof Gerry Carr White is an exceptional cardiologist who combines professionalism, expertise, and compassion. He listens carefully, makes patients feel heard, and coordinates care with trusted specialists. Highly recommended for anyone seeking top-tier, empathetic cardiologist
- Fantastic service from Professor Carr-White and the team at The Cardiac Clinic. All appointments were made quickly and efficiently, Professor Carr-White has a friendly, helpful, and professional demeanour that inspires confidence from the outset - Outstanding in this complex area
- Excellent service throughout several appointments from both clinical and administrative staff. Everything was explained comprehensively and Professor Carr-White is outstanding.
- Professor Gerald Carr-White has a calm kindly communicating manner. I would certainly recommend him to a friend. I feel reassured and confident in his excellent profession care. The staff are helpful and friendly, I always feel welcome. The waiting time is minimal.
- Outstanding cardiac care from Prof Carr White . I have been a patient for 10 years . He is meticulous, thorough and caring and I would highly recommend him .
- Professor Carr-White is a top class expert. Excellent care, thank you.