Dr Michael HickmanConsultant Cardiologist in Guildford
Professional statement
Dr Michael Hickman is a highly regarded and experienced adult cardiologist. He sees patients with a wide range of cardiac symptoms and conditions. He specialises in coronary heart disease, arrhythmia, valvular heart disease, heart failure, pacemaker, and coronary CT.
Dr Hickman has capitalised on his extensive research experience in complex cardiac imaging to co-found a state-of-the-art cardiac CT service, The Virtual Cath Lab. The accurate and early detection of coronary artery disease is an essential component of contemporary cardiological care. He has developed a service that combines consultant expertise with the latest in CT AI platforms to detect coronary artery changes ranging from the earliest signs of coronary artery disease through to life threatening coronary artery obstruction.
Dr Hickman also has expertise in the implantation of standard and complex cardiac pacemakers and defibrillators. He has undertaken over 1500 pacemaker procedures. In addition to his clinical work, Dr Hickman is actively engaged in teaching and mentoring medical students, residents, and fellows, fostering the next generation of cardiologists. His contributions to the medical community have earned him numerous awards and recognition from professional organisations. Urgent appointments can be booked the same day or next day, please make a call.
Dr Hickman has capitalised on his extensive research experience in complex cardiac imaging to co-found a state-of-the-art cardiac CT service, The Virtual Cath Lab. The accurate and early detection of coronary artery disease is an essential component of contemporary cardiological care. He has developed a service that combines consultant expertise with the latest in CT AI platforms to detect coronary artery changes ranging from the earliest signs of coronary artery disease through to life threatening coronary artery obstruction.
Dr Hickman also has expertise in the implantation of standard and complex cardiac pacemakers and defibrillators. He has undertaken over 1500 pacemaker procedures. In addition to his clinical work, Dr Hickman is actively engaged in teaching and mentoring medical students, residents, and fellows, fostering the next generation of cardiologists. His contributions to the medical community have earned him numerous awards and recognition from professional organisations. Urgent appointments can be booked the same day or next day, please make a call.
Clinics
Mount Alvernia Hospital - part of Circle Health Group
Guildford, Harvey Road, Guildford, GU1 3LXMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 27 years of experience
- Consultant Cardiologist, Mount Alvernia Hospital (present)
Subspecialties
- Echocardiography
- Defibrillators/ICD
Education
- BSc, University College London (1994)
- MBBS, St Bartholomew's Hospital (1997)
Publications and conferences
- You can see Dr Hickman's publications on ResearchGate.
Prizes and awards
- Clinical Excellence Awards from The Royal Surrey.
Languages spoken
- English
Registration number: 4413336
Reviews
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- Great visit Very thorough DR
- A most impressive professional practice. I was impressed with the quality of care and attention that I received and by the way that the staff put me at ease.
- I'm very grateful to have met and been treated by Dr Hickman: he's professional, kind, friendly, gentle, straightforward, very experienced and knowledgeable and seems to embrace a challenge until a patient is as good as s/he can be. Certainly a top doctor from my experience.
- Excellent. Very professional with a calming and approachable manner. Proactive and caring. I’m in excellent hands, thank you
- Dr Michael Hickman is truly amazing. A very kind, thorough and exceptional cardiologist. Everything was explained, I received exceptional care, treatment and kindness. He is a charming and friendly Doctor and so easy to talk to. I would thoroughly recommend him. I feel so well.
- I was seen so quickly, Dr Hickman explained everything very clearly, created a plan of action for treatment and put my mind at ease.
- Extremely friendly and helpful Doctor who put me at ease and was thoroughly professional. Highly recommend.
- A very down to earth, straight talking doctor who is very personable. I have never felt rushed during an appointment and felt reassured by his professional input. Furthermore, all correspondence was received in a timely manner and was clear to understand.
- Outstanding. 10/10 for professionalism, care, knowledge and efficiency. Plus gives very clear and practical advice.