Accepting new patients
Prof. Dr.
Dr Leonard Shapiro
Cardiology
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- Cardiac consultation
- Echocardiogram
- Stress test
- Holter monitor
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About Dr Leonard Shapiro
Dr Leonard Shapiro is a highly experienced Consultant Cardiologist currently seeing private patients at Papworth Hospital and Spire Cambridge Lea Hospital. He earned his medical degree with honours from the University of Manchester in 1976, following a First Class Honours Degree in Medical Biochemistry at the same university in 1973. Dr Shapiro further pursued a Research Doctorate Degree (MD) in Heart Disease related to diabetes, successfully completing it in 1981. His extensive postgraduate training took place in London at the Hammersmith Hospital, Brompton Hospital, and the National Heart Hospital. In 1988, he was appointed as a Consultant Cardiologist at Papworth Hospital in Cambridge. He later became a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology. Dr Shapiro strives to provide thorough investigations followed by compassionate reassurance, allowing his patients to return to a normal life. He has specialist expertise in coronary disease, structural heart disease, and intervention. He also has clinical interests, including: heart valve disease, the hearts of athletes, screening footballers for heart disease and echocardiography. Alongside his clinical work, Dr Shapiro has served as the Medical Adviser to the Football Association for over two decades. He also initiated a Nationwide Screening Programme aimed at detecting life-threatening heart abnormalities in young footballers, striving to prevent sudden death. Dr Shapiro, in collaboration with the Medical Department of the Football Association and the Professional Football Association, has examined over 25,000 footballers in this ongoing project. He is also the Founding President of the British Society of Echocardiography.
"Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions."
Credentials & verification
Medical license
Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC) ·
#-1167
Valid until 2028-12-31
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European Board of Cardiology
#EB-1B72CCEB
Renewal due 2035
Verify with issuerMalpractice cover
Generali Healthcare
4,000,000 EUR
Valid until 2026-12-31
No claims on file
Education & training
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2014–2020
MD · Medicine and Surgery
Universitat de València
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2020–2024
Residency · Cardiology
Universidad de Sevilla
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2024–2025
Fellowship · Subspecialty training
Karolinska Stockholm, SE
Career & appointments
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2024-09–2025-08
Junior consultant
Universitat de València Teaching Hospital — Cardiology
Procedures & conditions
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime volume |
|---|---|---|
| Cardiac consultation | 99244 |
2,912 |
| Echocardiogram | 93306 |
1,071 |
| Stress test | 93015 |
1,561 |
| Holter monitor | 93225 |
316 |
| Coronary angiography | 93454 |
2,611 |
| PCI / coronary stent | 92928 |
2,253 |
Patient reviews
See all 42"Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming."
"Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend."
"Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent."
Recognition & press
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
Your consultation, step by step
- 1 Choose a slot
- 2 Brief pre-consult form
- 3 Consultation
- 4 Follow-up note & plan
Services & pricing
New patient consultation (60m)
Follow-up consultation (30m)
Stress test
Holter monitor
Coronary angiography
PCI / coronary stent
Insurance compatibility
For international patients
Multilingual care
Coordinator: Patient liaison · dr.leonard.shapiro@euroclinics.example. Care delivered in English.
Travel & transfer
Aftercare worldwide
Coordinated follow-up by request.
Research & publications
h-index: 6 · i10: 6
Selected publications
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European registry analysis of Cardiology outcomes
DOI: 10.1613/euroclin.2025.0 · cited by 114
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Outcomes of Cardiology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
DOI: 10.4101/euroclin.2024.1 · cited by 96
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European registry analysis of Cardiology outcomes
DOI: 10.5978/euroclin.2023.2 · cited by 78
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Additional publications
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Outcomes of Cardiology in adults — a multi-centre cohort
Invited talks
- Practical updates in Cardiology · European Annual Congress (Cardiology) · Vienna · 2024
- Single-centre experience in Cardiology · National Society Meeting · · 2023
Articles by Dr Leonard Shapiro
Frequently asked
01. Do you accept new patients?
Dr Leonard Shapiro is currently accepting new patients. Use the booking module to choose a slot.
02. Which languages can I be seen in?
Consultations are available in English.
03. Is the consultation in-person or online?
Most services are offered both in-clinic and via telemedicine. Each service card above marks its modalities.
04. Do you accept my insurance?
In-network with major international insurers (Allianz Worldwide, AXA Global, BUPA Global and others). Use the "Verify my insurance" button to confirm your plan.
05. What is the cancellation policy?
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your slot. Last-minute cancellations may incur a small administrative fee.
06. How is my health data protected?
All records are stored on EU servers, field-level encrypted, and GDPR compliant. Data is never shared with third parties without your explicit consent.
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