Professional statement
Dr Kaushik Guha is an esteemed consultant cardiologist who specialises in all aspects of general cardiology but has particular expertise within the field of heart failure, cardiomyopathies, valve disease and within which he implants pacemakers, implantable cardioverting defibrillators and cardiac resynchronisation therapy. He currently practises at Queen Alexandra Hospital, Hampshire.
Dr Guha is the current clinical lead for heart failure services and has specialist interests within cardiac sarcoidosis and amyloidosis. He also specialises in dizziness, chest pain, atrial fibrillation, coronary artery disease, as well as high blood pressure, amongst many other heart-related conditions. He impressively achieved honours in medicine and surgery at the esteemed St George's, University of London in 2004 and shortly after, successfully completed his junior medical training throughout London and the South East of England.
He gained an extensive amount of experience in relation to acute and chronic cardiac pathology whilst undertaking his registrar training at established hospitals such as Royal Sussex County Hospital and St George's University of London. Dr Guha, who has, to-date, published a substantial amount of peer-reviewed scientific papers and book chapters, undertook his specialist medical training at both the Royal Brompton Hospital and the Harefield Foundation Trust. His main research interests include cardiac resynchronisation therapy, heart failure and remote monitoring in the field of heart failure.
Previously, Dr Guha and his heart failure team at Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust were presented with one of the Pumping Marvellous Foundation national awards for their commitment to clinical excellence in cardiology care.
Clinics
Queen Alexandra Hospital
Portsmouth, Southwick Hill Road, Cosham, Portsmouth , PO6 3LYMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 22 years of experience
- Substantive Consultant Cardiologist, Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust (2016 - present)
Subspecialties
- Heart failure
- Cardiomyopathy
Professional memberships
- Heart Failure Association of the European Society of Cardiology
- British Society of Heart Failure
Education
- BSc, Cardiovascular Pharmacology, St George's University of London (2001)
- MBBS, Medicine, St George's University of London (2004)
Teaching posts
- Educational supervisor, the Wessex deanery and General Medical Council
- Supervisor of a number of IMT and IMG trainees
Positions in organisations
- Speaker, National and International Conferences
- Clinical Lead, Heart failure Service, Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust (present)
Publications and conferences
- You can see Dr Guha's publications on ResearchGate.
Languages spoken
- Bengali
- English
Reviews
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- I came away from my consultation with Dr Kaushic Guha so relieved, satisfied and totally confident in his assessment of what needed to be done. He made me feel so at ease, listened intently to me and I am very satisfied with the consultation and what he proposed. Many thanks.
- Dr Kaushik Guha was just the right person to give the help we needed. Charming and clearly knowledgeable, he explained the complex issues in an understandable way without dumbing down. He expedited the urgent tests which resulted in prompt action. Dr Guha combines efficiency and good advice with a pleasant manner. He delivered difficult news in a comforting way which proceeding quickly to action.
- Dr Guha made us feel at ease , very thorough and pro active. Very punctual and also extremely knowledgeable. Will definitely recommend again.
- I cannot recommend this physician highly enough. He instantly diagnosed my problem and very quickly organised tests and got me admitted for angioplasty without delay. He is very professional caring gentleman and listens to what you say and also organises follow-up procedures
- He was very thorough and listened to everything I had to say, which my Gp didn’t. He had a very pleasant manner and I appreciated all he did and said.
- After a long and frustrating search, I finally found a doctor who truly cares. Dr Guha is one of the kindest and most compassionate people I’ve ever met in healthcare. He went above and beyond for me at a very difficult time. He listens, explains things clearly, and reassured me when I needed it most. I would recommend Dr Guha without hesitation.
- Dr Guha has been great, always responsive and attentive to my needs. He explains clearly the medical plan and listens attentively to my concerns I can highly recommend Dr Guha
- Lovely manner; friendly, kind, respectful, listened well and gave great honest advice! I’m confident I will get the best support and top notch care. Worth every penny! Thank goodness I found him!
- Dr Guha is firstly a professional expert in his field but also a thoroughly decent human being with the ability to empathise & give information at a level to suit the individual. He genuinely cares. I would highly recommend him as a patient & as a retired health care professional