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Dr. George Pulikal

Cardiology Birmingham

Dr. George Pulikal

2 years of experience

1,524+
Patients seen
2
Years in practice
4
Publications
4
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr. George Pulikal at a glance

Dr. George Pulikal is a Cardiology practitioner based in Birmingham, United Kingdom, practising at Universitat de Barcelona Teaching Hospital. They have 36+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on cardiac consultation, echocardiogram, stress test, holter monitor, coronary angiography. Educated at Universitat de Barcelona (MD, 2021). Serves patients in Birmingham, United Kingdom and the surrounding area.

About

Dr George Pulikal is a highly experienced Consultant Interventional Cardiologist with over 20 years of specialist expertise in cardiology and more than 30 years of overall clinical practice. He is dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-focused cardiac care, combining advanced interventional techniques with a compassionate and evidence-based approach.
Dr Pulikal provides comprehensive care across both general cardiology and complex interventional procedures. His expertise includes coronary interventions such as angioplasty and stenting, as well as the management of a wide range of cardiovascular conditions including ischaemic heart disease, atrial fibrillation, valvular heart disease, and heart failure. He also has a strong interest in preventive cardiology, helping patients reduce long-term cardiovascular risk through early intervention and lifestyle guidance.
With extensive experience in performing high-risk cardiac procedures, he has built a strong reputation for clinical excellence and consistently positive patient outcomes. He remains actively engaged in continuing professional development, ensuring his practice reflects the latest research, guidelines, and innovations in cardiovascular care.
Known for his clear communication and approachable manner, Dr Pulikal prioritises building strong patient relationships and ensuring individuals feel informed and supported throughout their treatment. He also works collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, contributing to coordinated and effective care for patients with complex cardiac conditions.
Key Skills and expertise :
:Diagnostic Expertise: Proficient in carrying out cardiac stress testing and interpreting advanced imaging techniques such as echocardiography and cardiac CTand MRI, performing diagnostic coronary angiograms and right heart catheterisation via the radial and femoral routes.
Coronary Intervention: Extensive experience in percutaneous coronary interventions (PCI), including angioplasty(stenting), with use of coronary physiology IFR, FFR intravascular imaging and right heart catheterisation
Atrial Fibrillation Management: Proficient in medical management of atrial fibrillation, in terms of rate and rhythm control and anticogulation and identifying patients requiring further intervention such as ablation.
Valvular Heart Disease: Expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of valvular disorders, advising and identifying patients requiring interventional and surgical treatments.
Heart Failure: Comprehensive care for patients with heart failure, from medical management to advanced therapies, and identifying need for device implantation and multidisciplinary team coordination.
General Cardiology: Holistic approach to cardiovascular health, offering services in preventive cardiology, hypertension management, and dyslipidemia treatment.

“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”

— Dr. George Pulikal

Education & training

  1. 2015–2021 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universitat de Barcelona, Birmingham (GB)
  2. 2021–2025 Residency · Cardiology
    Universidad de Navarra, Birmingham (GB)

Career & appointments

  1. 2025-09–2026-08 Junior consultant
    Universitat de Barcelona Teaching Hospital — Cardiology

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

GB — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#GB-144306 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Cardiology
#EB-85174ACC · issued 2026 · renewal 2036
Malpractice insurance: Allianz Professional · 1,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
Cardiac consultation 99244 1,301
Echocardiogram 93306 642
Stress test 93015 412
Holter monitor 93225 1,425
Coronary angiography 93454 1,198
PCI / coronary stent 92928 2,008
Pacemaker implantation 33208 2,651

Services & pricing

ServiceDurationModalityPrice
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 120 min in_clinic 840.00 EUR
Holter monitor 90 min in_clinic 240.00 EUR
Coronary angiography 60 min in_clinic 600.00 EUR
PCI / coronary stent 120 min in_clinic 360.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

George Pulikal in consultation
IN OFFICE
George Pulikal with the team
WITH TEAM
George Pulikal at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 137s
Meet George Pulikal

Research & publications

h-index: 15 · i10: 11

  1. Long-term follow-up of Cardiology across GB
    George Pulikal, et al. · Circulation, 2026
    DOI: 10.7281/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 30846229 · cited by 23
  2. Validation of clinical scoring in Cardiology
    George Pulikal, et al. · Journal of Cardiovascular Electrophysiology, 2025
    DOI: 10.9824/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 39570038 · cited by 117
  3. Long-term follow-up of Cardiology across GB
    George Pulikal, et al. · Circulation, 2024
    DOI: 10.5799/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 38539616 · cited by 147
  4. Validation of clinical scoring in Cardiology
    George Pulikal, et al. · Journal of Cardiovascular Electrophysiology, 2023
    DOI: 10.2025/euroclin.2023.3 · PMID: 36359784 · cited by 153

Invited talks

  • Practical updates in Cardiology European Annual Congress (Cardiology) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
  • Single-centre experience in Cardiology National Society Meeting · Birmingham · 2023 · oral abstract

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Cardiology — Birmingham · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional

Society memberships

  • European Society of Cardiology (ESC) — Member · Since 2026
  • American Heart Association (AHA) — Member · Since 2026
  • EAPCI — Member · Since 2026
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2026

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Cardiology
  • Awareness When should you see a cardiology?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · george.pulikal@euroclinics.example

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Recent reviews

  • ★★★★★ ✓ Verified
    Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
    Anna B.
  • ★★★★★ ✓ Verified
    Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
    Marco V.
  • ★★★★☆ ✓ Verified
    Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
    Helena F.

SPECIALTIES & PROCEDURES

Dr. George Pulikal's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr. George Pulikal treats, with the size of the national pool of United Kingdom doctors offering the same care.

Cardiology

Heart-rhythm, coronary and structural-heart problems including chest pain, palpitations, hypertension and heart failure.

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LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

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    George Pulikal speaks English, Hindi, Malayalam, Tamil.

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