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What is atrial fibrillation and how does it affect the heart? - Online interview
In this online interview, Dr Oliver Segal, a revered consultant cardiologist and electroph...
Dr Oliver Segal
MB BS MD FRCP FHRS
GMC: 4209250Professional statement
Dr Oliver Segal is one of London’s leading cardiologists and electrophysiologists. Based in the NHS at Barts Heart Centre and UCLH, where he is arrhythmia lead, he sees patients privately at The Harley Street Clinic. He has over 20 years’ experience in the management of all arrhythmias, performing catheter ablation for atrial fibrillation and other rhythms, as well as implanting pacemakers, defibrillators and other cardiac devices.
Dr Segal is an expert in electrophysiology, focusing on the analysis of irregular heart rhythms. He focuses on seeing patients with rapid palpitations and tachycardias, irregular heartbeats, ectopic or ‘skipped’ beats, pauses and slow heartbeats, dizzy spells and blackouts, including patients with breathlessness and tiredness due to atrial fibrillation (AF). He has performed >2,000 ablations (including the use of three-dimensional and non-contact mapping systems) and >1,500 device implantation procedures. He implants left atrial appendage occlusion (LAAO) devices (the Amulet devices) for patients with AF and high risk of stroke who cannot take anticoagulants or when anticoagulants have failed, leadless pacemakers and conduction system pacemakers.
Dr Segal was awarded an MB BS degree from King's College London in 1995, and later obtained his Doctorate (MD) from the National Heart & Lung Institute, Imperial College London in 2008. Dr Segal's training took him to prestigious institutions, including St Mary’s, The Heart & and St George's Hospitals in London, where he honed his skills in electrophysiology, before earning a coveted fellowship in electrophysiology and devices, with the world-renowned Professor George Klein in Canada.
Dr Segal's professional involvement extends beyond his practice, as he holds key positions within esteemed organisations. He is a member of the Royal College of Physicians and plays a pivotal role as a lead for electrophysiology and arrhythmias at University College London Hospitals. Furthermore, he contributes as a valued member of the European Heart Rhythm Association Exam Setting Committee, the British Heart Rhythm Society, and the Heart Rhythm Society in the USA.
Dr Segal also offers a face to face clinic every Friday morning from 9am, please call to enquire.
Clinics
14 Devonshire St, London W1G 7AE, Central LondonMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 31 years of experience
- Consultant Cardiologist & Electrophysiologist, The Harley Street Clinic (present)
Subspecialties
- Atrial flutter
- Palpitations
Professional memberships
- Royal College of Physicians, London
- British Heart Rhythm Society (BHRS)
Education
- MB BS, King’s College London (1995)
- MD, University of London (2008)
Positions in organisations
- Lead for Electrophysiology & Arrhythmias at University College London Hospitals
- Member of the European Heart Rhythm Association Exam Setting Committee
Prizes and awards
- Young Investigator's Award, The Heart Rhythm Society
Languages spoken
- English
Registration number: 4209250
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- Clear , concise explanation of Afib , its potential consequences, likelihood of permanent fix . Procedure and recovery straightforward. Back in sinus rhythm
- All very impressive, felt at ease throughout and the consultation and the results were explained in a comprehensive manner.
- Dr Oliver Segal provides an excellent, thorough, prompt and reassuring service.
- Dr Segal instantly made me feel at ease. There was no question too much and listened to all my concerns without any judgement. He ensured I had all the appropriate tests prior to consultation to ensure I had the correct diagnosis. He’s calming supportive and friendly nature made me feel like no problem was too big and provided reassurance where needed. His PA team were great at getting me booked in to ensure I was able to have these prior to my initial appointment. Thank you Dr Segal!
- My experience with Dr Segal was very positive. I found him very friendly and easy to talk to. He is calm and confident and his team all seem to be professional and happy in their work. I was happy to put my trust in him for a good outcome.
- Excellent in every respect and after two surgeries including a pacemaker I feel that he has given me my life back.
- Dr. Segal is clear, concise, empathetic, professional, reassuring, straightforward.
- Always a great experience seeing Dr Segal. He has a really nice manner of speaking and reassuring you, I would highly recommend him to everyone.
- Exceptional cardiologist who explains everything clearly in layman’s terms while remaining highly professional and reassuring. The staff are equally outstanding, and booking an appointment was quick and easy. Definitely recommended.