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Prof
Prof Nikhil Patel
Cardiology
English
3,082+
Patients seen
2
Years in practice
9
Publications
1
Languages spoken
About
Professor Nikhil Patel is an experienced Senior Consultant Cardiologist practicing in Eastbourne and London for the last 20 years. He is the Deputy Chief of Medicine and Cardiovascular Director at East Sussex NHS Trust and holds a regional role as the Head of The School of Medicine for Health England Kent, Surrey and Sussex. He is a former President of the RoyalSociety of Medicine (Cardiac Section) and is the Chairman of the Academic Board
Professor Patel undertook his initial medical training at the Guy's Hospital Medical School, part of the University of London, qualifying in 1989. Kickstarting his career, in September 1999, he was appointed as the then youngest Consultant Cardiologist in the country and now works mainly as a consultant at Eastbourne District General Hospital. He is a visiting Consultant Cardiologist at both Guy's and St Thomas Trust and the Royal Sussex County Hospital Brighton.
Professor Patel specialises in General Cardiology including chest pain, heart failure, hypertension and cardiac arrhythmias (Atrial Fibrillation and Syncope). His subspecialty expertise is in complex pacing including cardiac resynchronisation therapy (CRT), internal cardiac defibrillators (ICD) and coronary intervention (coronary angioplasty and stenting).
Professor Patel, in addition to his practice, has a passion for teaching and undertakes a range of educational roles overseeing trainees and training programme directors in the School of Medicine. He is also a senior lecturer to Brighton and Sussex Medical Schools and a Professor of cardiology, health and well being.
Professor Patel is active in the field of research, supervising higher research degrees at Msc and PhD level, and continuing to undertake research into cardiac devices management , heart valve disease, exercise and heart function, and areas of clinical cardiology.
Professor Patel is an expert in his field, achieving highly in his career thus far. In 2013 he was awarded a National Silver Award in recognition of his contribution to the health service.
Professor Patel undertook his initial medical training at the Guy's Hospital Medical School, part of the University of London, qualifying in 1989. Kickstarting his career, in September 1999, he was appointed as the then youngest Consultant Cardiologist in the country and now works mainly as a consultant at Eastbourne District General Hospital. He is a visiting Consultant Cardiologist at both Guy's and St Thomas Trust and the Royal Sussex County Hospital Brighton.
Professor Patel specialises in General Cardiology including chest pain, heart failure, hypertension and cardiac arrhythmias (Atrial Fibrillation and Syncope). His subspecialty expertise is in complex pacing including cardiac resynchronisation therapy (CRT), internal cardiac defibrillators (ICD) and coronary intervention (coronary angioplasty and stenting).
Professor Patel, in addition to his practice, has a passion for teaching and undertakes a range of educational roles overseeing trainees and training programme directors in the School of Medicine. He is also a senior lecturer to Brighton and Sussex Medical Schools and a Professor of cardiology, health and well being.
Professor Patel is active in the field of research, supervising higher research degrees at Msc and PhD level, and continuing to undertake research into cardiac devices management , heart valve disease, exercise and heart function, and areas of clinical cardiology.
Professor Patel is an expert in his field, achieving highly in his career thus far. In 2013 he was awarded a National Silver Award in recognition of his contribution to the health service.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Prof Nikhil Patel
Education & training
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2015–2021 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2021–2025 Residency · Cardiology
Career & appointments
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2025-09–2026-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
GB — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Board certifications
European Board of Cardiology
Malpractice insurance:
AXA Healthcare Liability · 5,000,000 EUR coverage
· No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| Cardiac consultation | 99244 | 1,715 |
| Echocardiogram | 93306 | 3,028 |
| Stress test | 93015 | 1,562 |
| Holter monitor | 93225 | 183 |
| Coronary angiography | 93454 | 1,392 |
| PCI / coronary stent | 92928 | 2,070 |
| Pacemaker implantation | 33208 | 1,029 |
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 | 120 min | in_clinic | 360.00 EUR |
| Holter monitor | 90 min | in_clinic | 720.00 EUR |
| Coronary angiography | 60 min | in_clinic | 1,080.00 EUR |
| PCI / coronary stent | 120 min | in_clinic | 840.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 14 · i10: 5
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Long-term follow-up of Cardiology across GB
DOI: 10.4278/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 34051952 · cited by 25
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Validation of clinical scoring in Cardiology
DOI: 10.8753/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 38614426 · cited by 75
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Long-term follow-up of Cardiology across GB
DOI: 10.6907/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 34140579 · cited by 141
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 2026
- American Heart Association (AHA) — Member · since 2026
- EAPCI — Member · since 2026
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · since 2026
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.nikhil.patel@euroclinics.example
- Accepted intl insurance
- Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global
