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Dr
Dr Michael Van Der Watt
Cardiology
English
5,563+
Patients seen
2
Years in practice
15
Publications
1
Languages spoken
About
Dr Michael van der Watt is a cardiologist who specialises in pacemaker implantation. He also has a particular interest in angina, valvular disease, and syncope.
In addition to his clinical duties, Dr Van der Watt is also the Medical Director of the West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust.
He sees patients with a range of symptoms, including breathlessness, chest pain, palpitations, and dizziness. He also has expertise in the following areas:
• Coronary angiography
• Dual chamber pacemaker insertion
• Single chamber pacemaker insertion
• Reporting of echocardiography
• Trans-oesophageal echocardiography
• Transthoracic echocardiography
• Interventional cardiology
• Pacing
• Echocardiography
Dr Van der Watt received his undergraduate degree in Cape Town, South Africa, before specialising in internal medicine at Groote Schuur Hospital. He then relocated to the United Kingdom, where he specialised in cardiology.
In addition to his clinical duties, Dr Van der Watt is also the Medical Director of the West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust.
He sees patients with a range of symptoms, including breathlessness, chest pain, palpitations, and dizziness. He also has expertise in the following areas:
• Coronary angiography
• Dual chamber pacemaker insertion
• Single chamber pacemaker insertion
• Reporting of echocardiography
• Trans-oesophageal echocardiography
• Transthoracic echocardiography
• Interventional cardiology
• Pacing
• Echocardiography
Dr Van der Watt received his undergraduate degree in Cape Town, South Africa, before specialising in internal medicine at Groote Schuur Hospital. He then relocated to the United Kingdom, where he specialised in cardiology.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Dr Michael Van Der Watt
Education & training
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2014–2020 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2020–2024 Residency · Cardiology
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2024–2025 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
Career & appointments
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2024-09–2025-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
— Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Board certifications
European Board of Cardiology
Malpractice insurance:
Allianz Professional · 5,000,000 EUR coverage
· No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| Cardiac consultation | 99244 | 2,057 |
| Echocardiogram | 93306 | 806 |
| Stress test | 93015 | 1,352 |
| Holter monitor | 93225 | 1,229 |
| Coronary angiography | 93454 | 2,818 |
| PCI / coronary stent | 92928 | 1,940 |
| Pacemaker implantation | 33208 | 2,215 |
Services & pricing
| Service | Duration | Modality | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| New patient consultation (60m) | 60 min | in_clinic|telemed | 240.00 EUR |
| Follow-up consultation (30m) | 30 min | in_clinic|telemed|phone | 120.00 EUR |
| Stress test | 90 min | in_clinic | 720.00 EUR |
| Holter monitor | 120 min | in_clinic | 360.00 EUR |
| Coronary angiography | 30 min | in_clinic | 480.00 EUR |
| PCI / coronary stent | 90 min | in_clinic | 240.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 6 · i10: 10
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European registry analysis of Cardiology outcomes
DOI: 10.4407/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 34444541 · cited by 115
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Outcomes of Cardiology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.3731/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 37448747 · cited by 153
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European registry analysis of Cardiology outcomes
DOI: 10.9156/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 34699368 · cited by 79
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Outcomes of Cardiology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.8160/euroclin.2022.3 · PMID: 34872648 · cited by 77
Invited talks
- Practical updates in Cardiology European Annual Congress (Cardiology) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in Cardiology National Society Meeting · · 2023 · oral abstract
Awards & memberships
Awards
- 🏆 Top-rated Cardiology — · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
- 🏆 Excellence in Patient Care · National Society · 2024 · national
- 🏆 Young Investigator Award · European Society · 2023 · international
Society memberships
- European Society of Cardiology (ESC) — Member · since 2025
- American Heart Association (AHA) — Member · since 2025
- EAPCI — Member · since 2025
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · since 2025
Patient reviews
- Bedside Manner
- 5.00
- Knowledge
- 5.00
- Wait Time
- 4.75
- Staff Friendliness
- 5.00
- Ease Of Appointment
- 4.90
- Value For Money
- 4.92
- Would Recommend Pct
- 99
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★ 5 verified visit
“Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.”
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★ 5 verified visit
“Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.”
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★ 4 verified visit
“Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.”
Articles by this doctor
- Patient education Patient guide to Cardiology
- Awareness When should you see a cardiology?
For international patients
- Coordinator
- Patient liaison · dr.michael.van.der.watt@euroclinics.example
- Accepted intl insurance
- Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global
