Dr Alex Simms
Cardiologist
Leeds, LS1 3EB
Verified profile
21 years of experience
Verified profile
21 years of experience
Patient Trust Score
13 recommendations for:
Latest endorsement
04 Mar 2024
An expert in the field of heart failure and device therapy; would highly recommend.
Dr Haqeel Jamil
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Dr. Alexander Simms is a Consultant Cardiologist with many years of experience in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of cardiac conditions and in particular heart failure, inherited cardiovascular conditions, and implantation and management of pacemakers including cardiac synchronisation therapy (biventricular pacing) and implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) therapy. Dr. Simms centres his practice around giving his patients as much information as possible, to let them make informed decisions. He sees private patients at the Nuffield Health Leeds Hospitals.
Dr. Simms earned his primary medical qualification at the University of Leeds, after which he undertook specialist training, completing his Medical Doctorate in 2012 and gaining knowledge and expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of cardiomyopathy, at the Heart Hospital, London, and The Advanced Heart Failure Unit, Manchester.
Since his appointment in 2014, Dr. Simms has become a crucial part of the Regional Leeds inherited cardiovascular conditions service and the Leeds Regional Combined Cardiology and Obstetrics Service. He is the clinical lead for heart failure in Leeds developing and supporting a stronger more integrated service for people living with heart failure in Leeds. He is also an active member of the scientific research community and has authored numerous peer-reviewed articles n renowned cardiology journals.
Areas of expertise
Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals
- 24 Hour Blood Pressure Monitor (8%)
- Cardiomyopathy (8%)
- ECG Holter Monitor (8%)
- Echocardiogram (8%)
- Heart Failure (8%)
- Others (62%)
Subspecialties
- Heart Failure
- Electrophysiology
- Heart Muscle Disease/Cardiomyopathy
- Preventative Cardiology
All conditions and treatments
- Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Failure
- Palpitations
- Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
- Angina
- Arrhythmia (Irregular Heartbeat)
- Atherosclerosis
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Bradycardia
- Breathlessness
- 24 Hour Blood Pressure Monitor
- ECG Holter Monitor
- Echocardiogram
- Cardiac Generator Replacement
- Cardiac Pacing
- Cardiac Re-synchronisation Therapy
- Cardiac Resynchronisation Therapy (CRT)
- Cardio-Pulmonary Exercise Testing
- Cardioversion
- ECG (Electrocardiogram)
Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 6050846
Qualifications
Education
BSc Hons 1999 University of Leeds
MB ChB 2002 University of Leeds
MD 2010 University of Leeds
languages spoken
- English
consultation fees
- New appointment: £210
- Follow-up appointment: £110
insurers
- Bupa Fee Assured
- Healix
- Bupa
- Aviva Health
- Aetna
- Vitality Health
- AXA PPP Healthcare
Location
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2 Leighton Street, Leeds, United Kingdom, LS1 3EB
2 Leighton Street, Leeds, United Kingdom, LS1 3EB
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*Star rating based on patient reviews
3 reviews
5
Dr Simms was great, really personable and really put my mind at rest. He is very thorough with follow up tests and ensuring these are carried out in a timely manner. I would highly recommend him based on my experience so far.
5
A very good patient experience with D Simms. I was given all the information and results I needed and the time to discuss any concerns I had. I left the appointment feeling reassured with a clear plan for my way forward.
5
Dr Simms provided an excellent review of my health issues and he provided me with a much better understanding of my prognosis
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2 endorsements
An expert in the field of heart failure and device therapy; would highly recommend.
04 Mar 2024Dr Haqeel Jamil
CardiologyAlex is a great and trusted colleague. He was accommodating when we trained together and since has been a highly supportive colleague and trusted source of advice
29 Feb 2024Dr Matthew Balerdi
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Dr Alex Simms's overall patient rating is 5 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 3 reviews
What languages does Dr Alex Simms speak?
Dr Alex Simms speaks English
Where is Dr Alex Simms located?
Dr Alex Simms primarily practices at Nuffield Health Leeds Hospital, located at 2 Leighton Street, Leeds, United Kingdom, LS1 3EB
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Dr Alex Simms is working Tuesday (14:00 - 18:00)
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