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Dr Vasim Farooq

Geverifieerd Cardiologie Cardiff

Dr Vasim Farooq

5 jaar ervaring 4.9 (9 geverifieerde recensies)

5,115+
Patients seen
5
Years in practice
6
Publications
1
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Vasim Farooq at a glance

Dr Vasim Farooq is a Cardiologie practitioner based in Cardiff, Verenigd Koninkrijk, practising at Universitat de Barcelona Teaching Hospital. They have 26+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on cardiac consultation, echocardiogram, stress test, holter monitor, coronary angiography. Educated at Universitat de Barcelona (MD, 2017). Serves patients in Cardiff, Verenigd Koninkrijk and the surrounding area.

VERIFIED PHYSICIAN PROFILE · UPDATED MAY 2026

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Dr Vasim Farooq is a Consultant Cardiologist and Interventional Cardiologist, practicing privately at Spire Cardiff Hospital and within the NHS at the University Hospital of Wales. He specialises in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of cardiovascular conditions, including chest pain, palpitations, breathlessness, dizziness, blackouts, heart murmurs, and cholesterol management.
Dr Farooq has particular expertise in complex coronary artery disease and structural heart interventions. His advanced procedural work includes transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) for aortic valve narrowing and patent foramen ovale (PFO) closure for selected patients who have experienced unexplained strokes. As well as this he has performed over 3,000 coronary angioplasty procedures, most via minimally invasive wrist access, and uses cutting-edge intravascular imaging techniques such as IVUS and OCT to optimise outcomes.
He earned a MB ChB from the University of Manchester in 2000 and obtained Membership of the Royal College of Physicians (MRCP) in 2004. He was later awarded a PhD from the Erasmus University in Rotterdam, with research focusing on the management of complex coronary artery disease.
Outside of his clinical work, he enjoys exploring the coastline of South West Wales and trekking across the UK with his family.

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

— Dr Vasim Farooq

Opleiding & training

  1. 2011–2017 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universitat de Barcelona, Cardiff (GB)
  2. 2017–2021 Residency · Cardiologie
    Universidad de Navarra, Cardiff (GB)

Carrière & aanstellingen

  1. 2021-09–2022-08 Junior consultant
    Universitat de Barcelona Teaching Hospital — Cardiologie

Vergunningen & verzekering

Medische licenties

GB — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#GB-358717 active · expires 2028-12-31

Boardcertificeringen

European Board of Cardiologie
#EB-1108726F · issued 2022 · renewal 2032
Beroepsaansprakelijkheidsverzekering: Generali Healthcare · 2,000,000 EUR dekking · No claims on file

Uitgevoerde procedures

ProcedureCodeLevenslang aantal
Cardiac consultation 99244 1,546
Echocardiogram 93306 941
Stress test 93015 2,819
Holter monitor 93225 1,462
Coronary angiography 93454 1,705
PCI / coronary stent 92928 87
Pacemaker implantation 33208 2,916

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 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

Praktijk, team & in praktijk

Vasim Farooq
HEADSHOT
Vasim Farooq in consultation
IN OFFICE
Vasim Farooq with the team
WITH TEAM
Vasim Farooq at a conference
CONFERENCE

Video's

introduction · 82s
Meet Vasim Farooq

Onderzoek & publicaties

h-index: 5 · i10: 7

  1. Validation of clinical scoring in Cardiologie
    Vasim Farooq, et al. · Journal of Cardiovascular Electrophysiology, 2026
    DOI: 10.5528/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 32623153 · geciteerd door 48
  2. Long-term follow-up of Cardiologie across GB
    Vasim Farooq, et al. · Circulation, 2025
    DOI: 10.3717/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 31444024 · geciteerd door 178
  3. Validation of clinical scoring in Cardiologie
    Vasim Farooq, et al. · Journal of Cardiovascular Electrophysiology, 2024
    DOI: 10.1192/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 34082829 · geciteerd door 100

Uitgenodigde lezingen

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

Onderscheidingen & lidmaatschappen

Onderscheidingen

  • 🏆 Top-rated Cardiologie — Cardiff · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
  • 🏆 Excellence in Patient Care · National Society · 2024 · national

Lidmaatschappen

  • European Society of Cardiology (ESC) — Member · Sinds 2022
  • American Heart Association (AHA) — Member · Sinds 2022
  • EAPCI — Member · Sinds 2022
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Sinds 2022

Artikelen van deze arts

  • Patient education Patient guide to Cardiologie 2026-03-11 · 10 min lezen
  • Awareness When should you see a cardiologie? 2026-01-20 · 8 min lezen

Voor internationale patiënten

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

Locatie

1 tag

Patiëntbeoordelingen

9 geverifieerde recensies
4.89
★★★★⯨
9 recensies
5★ 2
4★ 1
3★ 0
2★ 0
1★ 0
Bedside Manner
4.9
Knowledge
5.0
Wait Time
4.6
Staff Friendliness
4.9
Ease Of Appointment
4.8
Value For Money
4.8
Would Recommend Pct
97.0
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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 Vasim Farooq's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr Vasim Farooq 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 Vasim Farooq is one of 1,358 cardiologie doctors indexed in Verenigd Koninkrijk. Browse cardiologie doctors in Verenigd Koninkrijk →

LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

Why local healthcare in Cardiff 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 Cardiff 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 Vasim Farooq specialise in?

    Vasim Farooq specialises in Cardiologie in Cardiff, GB. 26 years of clinical experience.

  • What conditions does Vasim Farooq treat?

    Vasim Farooq treats conditions within Cardiologie. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Vasim Farooq practise?

    Vasim Farooq practises in Cardiff, GB. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.

  • What languages does Vasim Farooq speak?

    Vasim Farooq speaks English.

  • How do I book an appointment with Vasim Farooq?

    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 Vasim Farooq?

    Vasim Farooq has a verified rating of 4.89/5 from 9 patient reviews. Read the most recent reviews on the profile page.

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