12/02/2025Dr Mohamed FaragCardiologistUnderstanding transcatheter edge-to-edge repair (TEER)Transcatheter edge-to-edge repair (TEER) is a procedure to address cardiac valve leaking. In this article, a consultant cardiologist explains the TEER procedure and the recovery process.More articles from this doctor
28/01/2025Dr Daniel KeeneCardiologistCardiac pacemakers: Understanding the latest approaches and best optionsCardiac pacemakers are small medical devices that can be implanted to help regulate the heartbeat either to prevent it beating too slowly (bradycardia) or to make it beat in a more coordinated and effective manner (aiming to relieve breathlessness or impaired cardiac function). Pacemakers have undergone significant advancements in recent years. Previously they simply ensured there were not too few heart beats, now pacemakers can work in a far more physiological way and can almost replicate normal conduction. Understanding the latest approaches and options can help those needing a pacemaker make informed decisions about their care.
01/02/2024Dr Tracy XuAesthetic DoctorIV therapy: All you need to knowStress levels and the subsequent demand for IV therapy are on the rise. This treatment boosts energy and immune response. Leading advanced aesthetic medicine specialist Dr Tracy Xu tells us all about IV therapy and IV vitamin clinics, benefits of this treatment and how its administered – and more - in this informative article.More articles from this doctor
14/09/2023Mr Nkwam Michael NkwamUrologistUrinary tract infections: Understanding the most common causesWe hear expert insight from Mr Nkwam Michael Nkwam, a renowned consultant urological surgeon, on the most common causes of UTIs and the best ways to prevent them developing.More articles from this doctor
26/10/2022Dr Saagar MahidaCardiologist & ElectrophysiologistAdvances in atrial fibrillation ablation technologyHighly respected consultant cardiologist and cardiac electrophysiologist Dr Saagar Mahida details recent advances in atrial fibrillation ablation technology in this informative article. More articles from this doctor
10/05/2022Dr Fu Siong NgCardiologistHow many times can you have a catheter ablation?Catheter ablation is a minimally invasive surgical procedure that aims to correct short-circuiting in the electrical circuit of the heart. Dr Fu Siong Ng, highly esteemed consultant cardiologist, explains what a catheter ablation does, what is the recovery like and how many times a catheter ablation can be performed for the same patient.More articles from this doctor
08/04/2022Professor Malcolm FinlayCardiologistCatheter ablation: Finding your rhythm Catheter ablation is a minimally invasive treatment that targets irregular electric signals that result in a fast heartbeat. Leading London-based cardiologist, Dr Malcolm Finlay explains how the procedure is done, and what patients can expect and be aware of prior to the procedure. More articles from this doctor
19/05/2020Dr Saagar MahidaCardiologist & ElectrophysiologistCatheter ablation: a solution for atrial fibrillationAtrial fibrillation is characterised by rapid and irregular beating of the upper chambers of the heart. Symptoms associated with atrial fibrillation include a reduction in exercise capacity, palpitations, as well as difficulty in breathing when exercising and fatigue. We spoke to leading cardiologist and electrophysiologist Dr Saagar Mahida to learn about how catheter ablation can be carried out as a solution for this conditionMore articles from this doctor
17/05/2019Mr Simon ChoongUrologistAvoiding complications with urinary catheter useA urinary catheter may be used in cases of urinary incontinence, retention or when monitoring a patient's habits following surgery. We've asked consultant urologist Mr Simon Choong to give his expert advice on how to avoid developing any complications with the catheter. More articles from this doctor
