Dr Alexandra Thompson

Dr Alexandra Thompson is an accomplished Consultant Cardiologist who provides expert, reassuring care for patients presenting with a wide range of cardiovascular conditions. Holding dual accreditation in both Cardiology and General Internal Medicine, Dr Thompson manages acute general heart conditions as well as complex chronic cardiac diagnoses. She is dedicated to delivering clear, empathetic communication and tailored treatment strategies that prioritise patient safety, diagnostic clarity, and long-term well-being.

Her clinical focus centres heavily on advanced cardiac imaging techniques to ensure accurate and timely diagnoses. Dr Thompson possesses extensive expertise in specialised echocardiography, including trans-oesophageal echo, stress echo, and contrast echo, alongside advanced cardiac MRI. Her primary areas of clinical interest include valvular heart disease, heart failure, cardiovascular conditions in pregnancy, and congenital heart disease affecting both adult and paediatric patients. She also routinely offers specialist diagnostic opinions to multidisciplinary teams to ensure fully integrated, patient-focused care.

Dr Thompson graduated with her medical degree from Newcastle University in 2005. She subsequently earned a Doctor of Medicine (MD) research degree investigating the definitions and underlying causes of heart failure, alongside the clinical utility of routine cardiac MRI scans. Demonstrating a steadfast commitment to high standards in diagnostic precision, Dr Thompson holds European accreditation in cardiac MRI imaging and completed an advanced fellowship in congenital heart disease, during which she refined her procedural skills and comprehensive clinical knowledge.