How quickly can I get a private cardiology appointment?

Same-week appointments are usually available at both the Essex Cardiothoracic Centre and Cleveland Clinic London.

What conditions does Dr Jones assess and treat?

Dr Jones sees a wide range of cardiology symptoms and conditions, including chest pain, breathlessness, palpitations and atrial fibrillation, blackouts and syncope, heart valve disease, and high blood pressure and cholesterol, alongside ongoing management of coronary artery disease and heart failure.

What makes Dr Jones's approach different?

Consultant-led care from the first appointment, with access to advanced cardiac imaging including echocardiography, stress echocardiography, cardiac MRI and CT coronary angiography, so most patients leave with a diagnosis and treatment plan rather than a string of onward referrals.

Is Dr Jones NHS or private?

Both. He is a Consultant Cardiologist and Cardiac Imaging Lead at Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust (Broomfield, Basildon, and the Essex Cardiothoracic Centre), and sees private patients at the Essex Cardiothoracic Centre and Cleveland Clinic London.

What are Dr Jones's qualifications?

BSc (Hons), MBChB, MRCP (UK), and a PhD from the National Heart and Lung Institute, Imperial College London. He won the ESC Congress Young Investigator of the Year Award in 2021 and holds full BSE accreditation in echocardiography plus Level 3 EACVI accreditation in cardiac MRI.

Where are the clinics located?

Essex: Essex Cardiothoracic Centre, Basildon Hospital, Nethermayne, convenient for Basildon, Chelmsford, Southend, Brentwood, Billericay and Braintree. London: Cleveland Clinic London, 33 Grosvenor Place, SW1X 7HY.

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Private Stress Echocardiogram in Essex and London

What is Stress echocardiography ?

A stress echocardiogram combines a standard heart ultrasound with controlled exercise (or a medication that mimics exercise), so I can see how your heart performs under exertion rather than just at rest. This is often the most useful test when your symptoms - chest pain, breathlessness - only happen on exertion.

Why I use it

Some heart problems, particularly narrowings in the coronary arteries or certain valve conditions, only reveal themselves when the heart is working hard. A resting scan can look entirely normal in these cases. Stress echo lets me directly compare your heart's function before and immediately after exertion.

Why might I need stress echocardiogram?

Chest pain or suspected angina
Assessment of known coronary artery disease
Evaluation of valve disease during exercise

Rapid access stress echocardiography in Essex and London

I offer fast access to stress echocardiography with minimal waiting times, ensuring prompt diagnosis and management.

Same-week appointments available
Consultant-led testing and reporting
Convenient Essex and London locations

What to expect

You'll walk on a treadmill or cycle on a stationary bike, with your heart rate and blood pressure monitored throughout. I take ultrasound images just before you finish and immediately afterwards, while your heart is still working hard. If exercise isn't suitable for you, we can use a medication (dobutamine) to safely achieve the same effect.

Getting your results

I discuss the findings with you straight after the scan, so you understand what's been seen and what it means for your treatment.

FAQ

Is a stress echo safe?

Yes, it's performed under continuous monitoring, and I'm trained to manage any response to exercise or medication.

What should I wear?

Comfortable clothing and trainers suitable for walking or light exercise.

How is this different from a standard treadmill (ECG) stress test?

A stress echo adds direct heart imaging to the exercise test, giving more detailed information about heart muscle and valve function than ECG changes alone.

Will I need to stop any medications beforehand?

Sometimes, depending on what we're assessing - I'll confirm this with you in advance of your appointment.

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