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Prevention of cardiovascular disease - Online interview
Highly esteemed consultant cardiologist Dr Mrinal Saha takes an in-depth look at cardiovas...
Dr Mrinal Saha
Cardiology in Central London, Cheltenham and Gloucester
MA(Cantab) MBBS FRCP PhD
GMC: 4424358Angina
Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Palpitations
Chest pain
Shortness of breath
Coronary angiography
Coronary angioplasty
Cardiac screening
Professional statement
Dr Mrinal Saha is a highly esteemed consultant cardiologist based in Cheltenham and Gloucester Hospitals, with over a decade of experience as a consultant. He specialises in the investigation and management of adult heart conditions, including angina, coronary artery disease, hypertension, heart rhythm disorders, and heart valve disease.
Appointed in 2010, he has served as the clinical lead in the Cardiology Department at Gloucestershire Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. Dr Saha trained at some of the UK’s most prestigious institutions, including Trinity College, Cambridge, and St Bartholomew’s and St Thomas’s Hospitals in London, where he completed a British Heart Foundation research fellowship, earning a PhD in Cardiovascular Medicine from the University of London.
He is known for introducing innovative techniques, such as the "Rotapro" and "Shockwave" systems, to Gloucestershire, enabling advanced treatment of heavily calcified heart arteries. His expertise includes performing coronary angiograms, angioplasty (stent insertion), and utilising cutting-edge technologies like intravascular ultrasound (IVUS) and intravascular lithotripsy (IVL) to optimise patient outcomes.
In addition to his clinical work, Dr Saha offers a comprehensive "One Stop" Cardiac Screening Service, including private echo scans and heart rhythm patch testing. With numerous publications and contributions to key cardiology textbooks, he is also a respected educator, frequently presenting at national and international conferences.
He is currently practising at Cleveland Clinic London Hospital.
Clinics
33 Grosvenor Place, SW1X 7HY, Central LondonMedical insurances accepted
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Credentials
Professional experience
- 16 years of experience
- Consultant Cardiologist at Cleveland Clinic London Hospital (2023 - present).
Subspecialties
- Coronary angiograms and coronary angioplasty (stent insertion).
- Advanced techniques including intravascular ultrasound (IVUS), rotapro, and shockwave (Intravascular Lithotripsy - IVL).
Professional memberships
- British Cardiovascular Interventional Society, Royal College of Physicians, British Medical Association
- Royal College of Physicians
Education
- Barts and The Royal London Medical School
- PhD in Cardiovascular Medicine at University of London (2010)
Teaching posts
- Frequent provider of educational talks to general practitioners in Gloucestershire.
- Contributor to cardiology training and educational conferences.
Publications and conferences
- Saha M, Marber M. If: At first you don't succeed try…. a new target in the treatment of angina. Eur Heart J. 2005; 26, 2482–2483
- Saha M, Redwood SR, Marber MS. Exercise training with ischaemia: is warming up the key? Eur Heart J. 2007; 28:1543-44
Prizes and awards
- Brackenbury and Bourne Scholarship in Medicine
Languages spoken
- English
Registration number: 4424358
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- Friendly and very thorough, provided excellent explanation of the procedure to be carried out. Was reassuring throughout procedure and was very competent.
- Dr Saha was recommended to me by a friend. He was very friendly, courteous and polite and professional in every way. He made me feel at ease and having taken some notes on my history, explained recent test results to me very concisely. He then outlined the way forward and has arranged further tests for me. Extremely satisfied.
- I have attended Dr Saha's surgery many times and always find him to be a quietly spoken gentleman who is professional and extremely thorough with his investigations. I would thoroughly recommend him. His secretary, Claire, has been amazing organising appointments for various things with patience and understanding.
- Fantastic doctor who put me immediately at ease and was happy to listen to my concerns. I did not feel rushed and most certainly felt ‘heard’. Many thanks Dr Saha
- His ability to explain complex issues in a clear and concise way has been invaluable over the years he has looked after me.
- Kind, caring and professional, put me completely at ease. Was extremely thorough, and listened to my concerns. I have total confidence in this man. Thank you Dr Saha.
- I received excellent service from the time I arrived until I left The Dr Saha covered everything and gave me a very understanding of the next steps and was very reassuring
- Dr Saha was utterly charming, consummately professional , extremely thorough and made every effort to ensure I understood everything that was discussed. I left the appointment feeling that I was in excellent hands and that my medical issues would be thoroughly investigated and appropriate treatment would be recommended.
- Generally very pleased with the consultation and process. However, no communication from GP on results.