To give you quick peace of mind, your tests can be done the same day with results sent back within 2 working days. We do all common and advanced diagnostic tests to help give you an accurate diagnosis quickly.
Cardiac and thoracic care at The Harborne Hospital
The UK’s #1 for private cardiac care
- Complex care for your heart, lungs and vascular system
- An expert team pioneering new techniques
- Treatment plans personalised around your history and condition
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Cardiac and thoracic care in Birmingham
Why choose us?
You want rapid access to all the specialist diagnosis, treatment and aftercare you need for your heart and lungs, in one convenient location. That’s what we offer from our flagship Birmingham hospital, the Harborne.
Book in to see one of our consultants and they’ll run a full range of tests and scans spanning your heart, lungs and vascular system, with results back in just a few days. With seamless, personalised treatment pathways, including the latest minimally invasive and robot-assisted heart surgery techniques and excellent post-operative care, it’s easy to see why we’re the UK’s most trusted private cardiac care provider.
No 1across the UK for private cardiac care*
98%of patients recommend us**
24/7acute admissions for urgent care***
Intensive Treatment Unit
For one-to-one around-the-clock critical care for complex conditions.
Safe and complex care
From a multidisciplinary team that includes cardiac and thoracic specialists, cardiac surgeons and clinical nurse specialists.
Image-guided and minimally invasive procedures
Including access to a state-of-the-art hybrid catheter lab and theatre for certain procedures.
Cardiac and thoracic services at The Harborne Hospital
Expert support, when you need it most
Our expert multidisciplinary teams are here to take care of every aspect of your investigation and treatment. From testing and diagnosis to routine procedures such as cardiac catheter ablation, more complex and pioneering robot-assisted surgery and pre- and post-operative care, we’re here for you.
Heart tests, imaging and screening
Heart conditions
More patients trust us than any other private healthcare provider to treat common and complex cardiac conditions. Get to the right specialist the first time and get an answer about your condition.
Cardiac treatments
We provide exceptional specialist treatments in all areas of cardiology and cardiothoracic surgery across our network of outpatient centres and hospitals.
Arrhythmia care
Our teams of electrophysiology (EP) specialists offer complete care for every type of abnormal heartbeat or arrhythmia.
Coronary artery care
For narrowed or blocked arteries our specialists diagnose and treat heart and blood vessel conditions using stents.
Heart failure
Heart failure is a cardiac condition where your heart is unable to pump enough blood around your body. There are different levels of severity, with different treatment options available.
Heart Health Check Birmingham
Our comprehensive Heart Health Check service in Birmingham gives you a full picture of your cardiac health to help you feel reassured or make an early diagnosis of a problem.
Endoscopic cardiac surgery for mitral and aortic valves
Less invasive, minimal access surgical technique as an alternative for open heart surgery (sternotomy). The technique provides more options for patients and can help them achieve a better quality of life more quickly, along with less pain and scarring.
Comprehensive thoracic care
We offer a whole range of advanced lung treatment and support, from lung volume reduction surgery for COPD and emphysema to minimally invasive thoracic surgery and pigeon chest bracing and Ravitch procedure to correct severe pectus carinatum and pectus excavatum.
Accessing private health care
Self-pay
You don’t need health insurance to be seen quickly. If you’re looking for a diagnosis or treatment and don’t want to wait, all our private healthcare services – from private GP appointments through to surgery and aftercare – can be paid for as and when you need them.
And to give you peace of mind from the start, we’ll offer you a clear and transparent quote outlining exactly what’s included in your self-pay package.
What to expect
Your time with us
At the Harborne, you’ll be looked after by a highly skilled and specialist cardiac and thoracic team offering comprehensive care from diagnosis to treatment and aftercare, all conveniently located in the heart of Birmingham. If you ‘d like to find out a bit more about our consultants and state-of- the-art facilities, you can watch this quick video.
We’re here for you and will always let you know what to expect at each stage of your investigation and treatment and answer any questions, so you’re as informed and at ease as possible.
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Initial consultation
On your first visit, you’ll see one of our expert cardiac and thoracic consultants. They’ll review your symptoms and your medical history, including any pre-existing issues or surgical interventions you’ve had. They’ll also arrange any necessary tests and scans, some of which may be able to happen that same day.
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Tests, scans and medical monitoring
Our consultants will use the latest tests and scans to form a diagnosis and suggest the best treatment pathways or the medical management of your cardiac condition, should that be required. Your consultant will discuss your results with you on the same day as your initial consultation if they’re available, or at a follow up appointment.
We can also fit implantable devices such as pacemakers on a subsequent visit. These can help to monitor inherited conditions.
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Treatment
Based on your test results your consultant will recommend the best treatment options available to you, which might include:
An interventional cardiac procedure: We can perform minimally invasive procedures such as angioplasty (stents) and ablation, unblocking arteries or inserting aortic valves through arteries in your groin or arm.
Cardiac surgery: We offer a wide range of procedures for cardiac valve, vessel or structural repairs using minimally invasive access techniques through smaller incisions often between your ribs, or by open sternotomy if that will deliver the best result.
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Ongoing and post-operative care
Cardiac and thoracic surgeries can range from a small procedure to a major intervention. In every case, you’ll receive skilled post-operative support, tailored follow-up care and ongoing monitoring from our skilled, multi-disciplinary teams. We’re here for you.
Cardiac and thoracic care at The Harborne Hospital FAQs
Yes, you can access tests such as echocardiogram, ECG, coronary angiogram, myocardial perfusion scans and cardiac stress tests as standalone tests. However often patients opt to have a combined Heart Health Check at our exceptional Birmingham cardiac hub at The Harborne Hospital. This helps us paint a fuller picture of your heart health instead. You can read more about it in the FAQ below.
Yes, you can. At The Harborne Hospital we offer expert Heart Health Checks with fast pathways to diagnosis, specialist treatment and aftercare if you need it. Our Heart Health Checks include:
- A 30-minute consultation with an expert cardiologist
- 35 speciality blood tests
- Advanced scans and analysis
- Rapid turnarounds with results in as little as 48 hours
All this will be underway within a single appointment and explained in detail by your specialist consultant. We’ll be here for you, whatever the diagnosis, so if your heart health is on your mind, why not get it expertly checked out?
The good news is that we offer appointments in as little as 24 hours. You can easily book an appointment online through our consultant finder. Simply find your preferred consultant, view their diary online and choose a time that works for you. It’s everything you need to quickly get expert support.
For life-threatening conditions such as heart attacks or strokes, you should contact 999 or go to the nearest emergency department immediately. Our Urgent Care Centre is designed to treat minor injuries and illnesses that require immediate, unplanned attention, but not those that are life-threatening.
Our patient stories
How a valve replacement helped Steve breathe easy again
When Steve found out his breathlessness was caused by a narrowed aortic valve, he was terrified of the thought of the open-heart surgery that might be needed to treat it. But with the expertise of Professor Sagar Doshi at The Harborne Hospital, he learned he could have a ‘keyhole’ alternative called TAVI.
“Professor Doshi discussed my case with heart surgeons and due to my particular set of circumstances decided open-heart surgery would have been too dangerous for me, so instead, I was offered a TAVI procedure… The best way I can describe it is like someone flicking a switch. From not being able to do anything to feeling so much better - the difference was amazing!”
* Based on national private cardiac volumes. Data source: The Private Healthcare Information Network (1 Oct 21 - 30 Sep 22).
** Based on national private cardiac volumes and patient satisfaction questionnaires at HCA UK hospitals in 2022.
*** In case of emergency, always call 999.