Dr Vinit Sawhney

Dr Vinit Sawhney is a highly experienced consultant cardiologist and electrophysiologist specialising in the treatment of arrhythmias in adults with catheter ablation and pacemaker/defibrillator implantation, but to mention just a few. She currently practises at Chase Lodge Hospital.

Dr Sawhney is highly specialised in a wide range of cardiac issues with a focus on managing heart rhythm problems in both normal hearts and in patients with congenital heart disease. She performs catheter ablation and implants and extracts pacemakers and defibrillators. She completed her specialist cardiology training at St Bartholomew’s Hospital, London.

She was awarded an MD for her research on risk stratification of ventricular arrhythmias using novel biomarkers at Queen Mary University, London. Her research interests include ablation strategies in arrhythmia management in adults with congenital heart disease, risk stratification for patients at risk of sudden cardiac death, and outcomes-based research on patient safety. Dr Sawhney remains an active researcher, regularly publishing in peer-reviewed journals and presenting and chairing sessions at international conferences.

Dr Sawhney is an honorary senior lecturer at Queen Mary University of London and actively contributes to trainee education. She earned a Master’s in Clinical Education from the University of London, with a particular interest in simulation training.

Dr Sawhney is dedicated to providing safe, compassionate, and excellent care, always placing patients and their families at the centre of decision making. With extensive experience in quality and safety governance, she currently serves as the director of patient safety for Barts Heart Centre, London.