About The Wellington Cardiac Unit
The Wellington Hospital cardiac unit is one of the largest specialist private cardiac units in the UK, and an HCA centre of excellence. Some of the nation’s most distinguished cardiologists and cardiac surgeons lead its specialist medical teams, performing ground-breaking procedures every day such as trans-catheter aortic valve implantations (TAVI) and closure of ASD/PFO for patients at risk of stroke.
We’re equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, including a new ‘hybrid’ catheter lab and theatre and a dedicated cardiac catheter and electrophysiological lab. We also have a full respiratory function laboratory to assess sleep and breathing studies, and the unit is supported by two adult intensive care units. All of our patients will receive seamless care in a supportive environment.
Meet some of the foremost minds in cardiology
Our cardiologists are available to provide same day access to specialist assessments and all necessary diagnostics for symptoms including:
- Blackouts
- Breathlessness
- Dizzy spells
- Heart murmurs
- Palpitations
New state-of-the-art cardiac unit
These developments ensure our patients benefit from the most advanced technology available. Cardiac medicine is always advancing — there are new investigations, techniques and treatments. While traditional open heart surgery is still the right option for many patients, our consultants are pioneering techniques that can achieve the same outcome with less trauma to the body. If your consultant decides that minimal access or minimally invasive procedures are appropriate for you, these latest techniques are available in our unit.
Specialising in every aspect of cardiac care
Our cardiac expertise
Our cardiologists and cardiac surgeons offer the most advanced cardiac treatments and diagnostic procedures available. Whether your heart problem is complex or routine, we offer the highest levels of expert care.
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Heart valve surgery
Need to know
Heart valves are non-return, one-way valves within the heart designed so that the blood flows one way through the system. They can fail by narrowing (obstructing forward flow) or by tearing (resulting in a leak of blood backwards).
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Pacemakers and defibrillators
Need to know
A pacemaker or defibrillator can regulate your heartbeat if you have a condition that makes your heart beat too slow or too fast. If you have heart failure, it can improve the pumping of your heart. They are small electrical devices implanted just below your collarbone, usually on the left side.
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Catheter ablation therapy for arrhythmia
Need to know
Ablation therapy can correct a range of abnormal heart rhythms (arrhythmia), including atrial fibrillation. These conditions are caused by abnormal electric signals sent by the heart muscle. Radiofrequency energy or freezing (cryoablation) is used to destroy the heart tissue that's causing the abnormal...
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Coronary angioplasty
Need to know
An Angioplasty helps improve the blood flow in your heart by widening narrowed or blocked arteries using a balloon and stent (a small wire tube). It can help to relieve angina symptoms and can also be used as an emergency treatment if you've had a heart attack. An angioplasty can be performed directly...
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Septal myectomy
Need to know
HCM is an inherited condition where the heart muscle (myocardium) becomes abnormally thick, so it's harder for your heart to pump blood. In some patients, the thickening causes a significant obstruction to the blood leaving the heart. Whilst this can normally be controlled with tablets, surgery...
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Electrical cardioversion
Need to know
A cardioversion is a quick procedure that involves giving your heart a controlled electric shock to restore a normal heartbeat. If you have a heart condition, such as atrial fibrillation or atrial flutter, a cardioversion can correct this.
Cardiac diagnostics
Radiographic diagnostics
Echocardiography
Electrophysiology studies (EPS)
Non-invasive cardiac diagnostics
Digital cardiac diagnostics
Exercise stress testing echocardiography
Our location
The Wellington Hospital North Building, Circus Road
London
NW8 6PD