Dr James WongPaediatric cardiology in SE1 South Bank London
Professional statement
Dr James Wong is a highly experienced consultant paediatric cardiologist based in London. He specialises in a range of paediatric cardiac conditions, including electrocardiogram (ECG) analysis, chest pain and congenital heart disease, alongside heart murmurs, palpitations and fainting in children. He privately practises at Evelina London Children's Hospital Private Healthcare and his NHS base is Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust.
Dr Wong's sub-specialties include managing chest pain, heart problems, exercise intolerance, collapses and dizziness. Furthermore, he's proficient in transthoracic echocardiography, transoesophageal echo (TOE), cardiopulmonary exercise testing, Holter monitoring (24 and 48-hour tape), tilt testing and cardiac MRI and cardiac CT. His extensive expertise ensures comprehensive care for a wide spectrum of paediatric cardiac conditions.
In addition to his clinical roles, Dr Wong is a founding board member of the Lifelong CHD Network at Evelina London Children's Healthcare. His dedication to education is evident in his role as the lead for education and training in paediatric cardiology at Evelina London Children's Hospital and he also serves as the pan-London Training Program Director for Paediatric Cardiology for NHS England.
Dr Wong completed his medical education at the University of Cambridge, earning his MB BChir in 2005, followed by a PhD from King's College London. His postgraduate training took place in London and Japan, where he focused on novel methods of measuring cardiac function using MRI in patients with single ventricle physiology. He is an honorary senior lecturer at King's College London since July 2023.
As a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians (FRCP) and a member of the Society of Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance (SCMR), Dr Wong is recognised nationally and internationally for his contributions to cardiac MRI. His research interests lie in advancing cardiac imaging techniques to better understand complex heart conditions, particularly in young patients. Recently, he has published significant work on cardiac outcomes and medium-term outcomes in patients with PIMS-TS, contributing to the development of best practices for this condition.
Dr Wong's sub-specialties include managing chest pain, heart problems, exercise intolerance, collapses and dizziness. Furthermore, he's proficient in transthoracic echocardiography, transoesophageal echo (TOE), cardiopulmonary exercise testing, Holter monitoring (24 and 48-hour tape), tilt testing and cardiac MRI and cardiac CT. His extensive expertise ensures comprehensive care for a wide spectrum of paediatric cardiac conditions.
In addition to his clinical roles, Dr Wong is a founding board member of the Lifelong CHD Network at Evelina London Children's Healthcare. His dedication to education is evident in his role as the lead for education and training in paediatric cardiology at Evelina London Children's Hospital and he also serves as the pan-London Training Program Director for Paediatric Cardiology for NHS England.
Dr Wong completed his medical education at the University of Cambridge, earning his MB BChir in 2005, followed by a PhD from King's College London. His postgraduate training took place in London and Japan, where he focused on novel methods of measuring cardiac function using MRI in patients with single ventricle physiology. He is an honorary senior lecturer at King's College London since July 2023.
As a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians (FRCP) and a member of the Society of Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance (SCMR), Dr Wong is recognised nationally and internationally for his contributions to cardiac MRI. His research interests lie in advancing cardiac imaging techniques to better understand complex heart conditions, particularly in young patients. Recently, he has published significant work on cardiac outcomes and medium-term outcomes in patients with PIMS-TS, contributing to the development of best practices for this condition.
Clinics
Evelina London Children's Hospital Private Healthcare
SE1 South Bank London, Westminster Bridge Road, SE1 7EHMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 21 years of experience
- Consultant paediatric cardiologist, Evelina London Children's Hospital Private Healthcare
Subspecialties
- Chest pain
- Heart problems
Professional memberships
- Fellow, Royal College of Physicians (FRCP)
- Society of Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance (SCMR)
Education
- PhD, Kings College London
- MA MB BChir, University of Cambridge (2005)
Teaching posts
- Lead for education and training, Paediatric cardiology, Evelina London Children's Hospital
- Honorary senior lecturer, King's College London (July 2023 - present)
Positions in organisations
- Founding board member, Lifelong CHD Network, Evelina London Children's Healthcare
- Training program director, paediatric cardiology - pan London, NHS England (June 2024 - present)
Languages spoken
- English
Registration number: 6139300
Reviews
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- Dr Wong has seen my son from 6 weeks old, the evelina is a fantastic hospital with fantastic staff, and Dr Wong exemplifies this.
- Great service
- Great consultant - Gentle manner with great explanation of treatment and care
- Thanks very much
- Wonderful doctor, absolutely brilliant with my 2 girls (2 and 4). Had a friendly and fun personality with us as parents too! There ware barely any waiting around and all the staff encountered were warm and welcoming. The facility itself was clean and interesting for the children
- amazing
- James Wong is a doctor who is not only skilled in his medical profession but also compassionate, empathetic, and dedicated to patient care. Dr Wong is knowledgeable, communicate, and an advocate for his patient’s best interests. Essentially, a good doctor. Thank you Dr Wong.