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Dr Carla Plymen

Geverifieerd Cardiologie London

Dr Carla Plymen

4 jaar ervaring 5.0 (46 geverifieerde recensies)

12,054+
Patients seen
4
Years in practice
10
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Carla Plymen at a glance

Dr Carla Plymen is a Cardiologie practitioner based in London, Verenigd Koninkrijk, practising at Universitat de Barcelona Teaching Hospital. They have 25+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on cardiac consultation, echocardiogram, stress test, holter monitor, coronary angiography. Educated at Universitat de Barcelona (MD, 2018). Serves patients in London, Verenigd Koninkrijk and the surrounding area.

VERIFIED PHYSICIAN PROFILE · UPDATED MAY 2026

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Dr Carla Plymen – Consultant Cardiologist & Heart Failure Specialist

Dr Carla Plymen is a highly experienced Consultant Cardiologist and Heart Failure Specialist at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, working across Hammersmith and St Mary’s Hospitals. Since her appointment in 2016, she has led the Heart Failure team, overseeing an integrated service that spans both hospital and community care across North West London.

A graduate of Guy’s and St Thomas’ Medical Schools (2001), Dr Plymen completed her MRCP (UK) in 2004 and higher specialist training in cardiology before receiving her Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in 2015. She is a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians, the European Society of Cardiology, and the Heart Failure Association of the ESC.

As North London Lead for Heart Failure and Deputy Clinical Director of the North London Cardiac Operational Delivery Network, Dr Plymen works with colleagues across the capital to improve access to specialist care and ensure equity of treatment for all patients. She has particular expertise in diagnosing and managing complex heart failure conditions, including those linked to coronary disease, inflammation, amyloidosis, pregnancy, sarcoidosis, inherited disorders, and cancer therapies.

Dr Plymen is also a passionate educator, researcher, and advocate for patients. She has delivered invited lectures nationally and internationally, authored numerous publications, and played a leading role in developing innovative digital technologies for remote patient monitoring. Dr Plymen obtained an MD(Res) degree at UCL in 2014.

Known for her approachable and collaborative style, Dr Plymen takes time to listen, explain, and involve patients in decisions about their care. Fluent in both English and Spanish, she is able to support a diverse patient community. Her goal is simple yet powerful: to help people feel better, regain confidence, and take control of their heart health with access to the latest evidence-based treatments.

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

— Dr Carla Plymen

Opleiding & training

  1. 2012–2018 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universitat de Barcelona, London (GB)
  2. 2018–2022 Residency · Cardiologie
    Universitat de València, London (GB)

Carrière & aanstellingen

  1. 2022-09–2023-08 Junior consultant
    Universitat de Barcelona Teaching Hospital — Cardiologie

Vergunningen & verzekering

Medische licenties

GB — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#GB-24823 active · expires 2028-12-31

Boardcertificeringen

European Board of Cardiologie
#EB-250F8DDB · issued 2023 · renewal 2033
Beroepsaansprakelijkheidsverzekering: AmTrust Europe · 1,000,000 EUR dekking · No claims on file

Uitgevoerde procedures

ProcedureCodeLevenslang aantal
Cardiac consultation 99244 111
Echocardiogram 93306 648
Stress test 93015 1,222
Holter monitor 93225 2,883
Coronary angiography 93454 644
PCI / coronary stent 92928 1,242
Pacemaker implantation 33208 2,745

Diensten & prijzen

DienstDuurModaliteitPrijs
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 240.00 EUR
Holter monitor 90 min in_clinic 840.00 EUR
Coronary angiography 60 min in_clinic 960.00 EUR
PCI / coronary stent 120 min in_clinic 720.00 EUR

Praktijk, team & in praktijk

Carla Plymen
HEADSHOT
Carla Plymen in consultation
IN OFFICE
Carla Plymen with the team
WITH TEAM
Carla Plymen at a conference
CONFERENCE

Video's

introduction · 131s
Meet Carla Plymen

Onderzoek & publicaties

h-index: 21 · i10: 7

  1. Long-term follow-up of Cardiologie across GB
    Carla Plymen, et al. · Circulation, 2026
    DOI: 10.9886/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 32916139 · geciteerd door 197
  2. Validation of clinical scoring in Cardiologie
    Carla Plymen, et al. · Journal of Cardiovascular Electrophysiology, 2025
    DOI: 10.7790/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 30795168 · geciteerd door 31
  3. Long-term follow-up of Cardiologie across GB
    Carla Plymen, et al. · Circulation, 2024
    DOI: 10.8132/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 31956630 · geciteerd door 97
  4. Validation of clinical scoring in Cardiologie
    Carla Plymen, et al. · Journal of Cardiovascular Electrophysiology, 2023
    DOI: 10.2909/euroclin.2023.3 · PMID: 37271543 · geciteerd door 171

Uitgenodigde lezingen

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

Onderscheidingen & lidmaatschappen

Onderscheidingen

  • 🏆 Top-rated Cardiologie — London · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
  • 🏆 Excellence in Patient Care · National Society · 2024 · national
  • 🏆 Young Investigator Award · European Society · 2023 · international

Lidmaatschappen

  • European Society of Cardiology (ESC) — Member · Sinds 2023
  • American Heart Association (AHA) — Member · Sinds 2023
  • EAPCI — Member · Sinds 2023
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Sinds 2023

Artikelen van deze arts

  • Patient education Patient guide to Cardiologie 2026-03-08 · 7 min lezen
  • Awareness When should you see a cardiologie? 2026-01-14 · 8 min lezen

Voor internationale patiënten

Coördinator
Patient liaison · carla.plymen@euroclinics.example
Geaccepteerde internationale verzekeringen
Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global

Locatie

1 tag

Patiëntbeoordelingen

46 geverifieerde recensies
5.00
★★★★★
46 recensies
5★ 2
4★ 1
3★ 0
2★ 0
1★ 0
Bedside Manner
5.0
Knowledge
5.0
Wait Time
4.8
Staff Friendliness
5.0
Ease Of Appointment
4.9
Value For Money
4.9
Would Recommend Pct
99.0
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Recente recensies

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

SPECIALTIES & PROCEDURES

Dr Carla Plymen's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr Carla Plymen treats, with the size of the national pool of Verenigd Koninkrijk doctors offering the same care.

Cardiologie

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

Dr Carla Plymen is one of 1,358 cardiologie doctors indexed in Verenigd Koninkrijk. Browse cardiologie doctors in Verenigd Koninkrijk →

LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

Why local healthcare in London matters

Medical practice in Verenigd Koninkrijk is governed by country-specific licensing, professional standards, and patient-safety regulations. Practitioners listed here are registered with the relevant Verenigd Koninkrijk medical authority and operate within national rules on scope of practice, prescribing rights, and continuing professional development. Care delivered in London carries the additional benefits of local language support, in-person follow-up, and direct coordination with regional hospitals and labs. A verified profile means EuroClinics has cross-checked the practitioner or clinic against an official source (national medical register, public licence database, or the practitioner themselves), and that the data shown here matches that source as of the last verification date above.

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  • What does Carla Plymen specialise in?

    Carla Plymen specialises in Cardiologie in London, GB. 25 years of clinical experience.

  • What conditions does Carla Plymen treat?

    Carla Plymen treats conditions within Cardiologie. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Carla Plymen practise?

    Carla Plymen practises in London, GB. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.

  • What languages does Carla Plymen speak?

    Carla Plymen speaks English, Spanish.

  • How do I book an appointment with Carla Plymen?

    Use the "Request a booking" button on the profile to send an appointment request. Most appointments are confirmed within 24 hours; many slots are bookable instantly.

  • What do patients say about Carla Plymen?

    Carla Plymen has a verified rating of 5/5 from 46 patient reviews. Read the most recent reviews on the profile page.

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