Accepting new patients
Prof. Dr.
Mr Damian Balmforth
Cardiothoracic Surgery
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- GP consultation
- Annual physical exam
- Vaccination administration
- Minor procedure (skin)
About Mr Damian Balmforth
Mr. Balmforth is a highly skilled consultant cardiac surgeon with a particular focus on complex aortic surgery. He currently leads the aortic surgery program at the Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton. He earned his Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) degree from Imperial College London, where he received the prestigious Faculty of Medicine Prize in his final examinations. His surgical training took place at renowned London institutions, including Guy’s Hospital, St George’s Hospital, The Royal Brompton Hospital, and St Bartholomew’s Hospital. Following his training, Mr. Balmforth completed the complex aortic fellowship at St Bartholomew’s Hospital. He is proficient in a wide range of adult cardiac surgical procedures, with a special emphasis on thoracic aorta surgery, aortic valve surgery, and coronary bypass surgery. In addition to his clinical work, Mr. Balmforth has a robust academic background. In 2020, he earned a PhD in cardiovascular medicine from Queen Mary University of London. His research on cellular senescence and acute kidney injury in patients undergoing cardiopulmonary bypass earned him the Ronald Edwards Medal from the Society of Cardiothoracic Surgery in Great Britain and Ireland. Mr. Balmforth is a frequent presenter at international conferences and is a member of both the Royal College of Surgeons and the Royal College of Physicians.
"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) ·
#-177857
Valid until 2028-12-31
Verify with issuerBoard certification
European Board of Cardiothoracic Surgery
#EB-31833D83
Renewal due 2029
Verify with issuerMalpractice cover
Generali Healthcare
1,000,000 EUR
Valid until 2026-12-31
No claims on file
Education & training
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2008–2014
MD · Medicine and Surgery
Universidad de Navarra
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2014–2018
Residency · Cardiothoracic Surgery
Universidad de Navarra
Career & appointments
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2018-09–2019-08
Junior consultant
Universidad de Navarra Teaching Hospital — Cardiothoracic Surgery
Procedures & conditions
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime volume |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 |
1,901 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 |
2,315 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 |
1,931 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 |
76 |
Patient reviews
See all 54"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 Cardiothoracic Surgery — — EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 regional
- Excellence in Patient Care — National Society · 2024 national
- Young Investigator Award — European Society · 2023 international
Society memberships
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · since 2019
- national college of family doctors — Member · since 2019
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · since 2019
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)
Vaccination administration
Minor procedure (skin)
Insurance compatibility
For international patients
Multilingual care
Coordinator: Patient liaison · damian.charles.balmforth@euroclinics.example. Care delivered in English.
Travel & transfer
Aftercare worldwide
Coordinated follow-up by request.
Research & publications
h-index: 21 · i10: 13
Selected publications
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Validation of clinical scoring in Cardiothoracic Surgery
DOI: 10.5867/euroclin.2026.0 · cited by 109
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Long-term follow-up of Cardiothoracic Surgery across
DOI: 10.8088/euroclin.2025.1 · cited by 143
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Validation of clinical scoring in Cardiothoracic Surgery
DOI: 10.1435/euroclin.2024.2 · cited by 177
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Additional publications
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Long-term follow-up of Cardiothoracic Surgery across
Invited talks
- Practical updates in Cardiothoracic Surgery · European Annual Congress (Cardiothoracic Surgery) · Vienna · 2024
- Single-centre experience in Cardiothoracic Surgery · National Society Meeting · · 2023
Articles by Mr Damian Balmforth
Frequently asked
01. Do you accept new patients?
Mr Damian Balmforth 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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