Dr Baskar Sekar
MBBS, MRCP, MPhil, FHEA
Live bookings available
26 years of experience
Cheltenham, GL51 6SY
20 connections in healthcare
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by Dr Ananthakrishnan Raghuram MBE, Professor Rajesh Kharbanda and 7 other professionals
Live bookings available
26 years of experience
Cheltenham, GL51 6SY
20 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Dr Ananthakrishnan Raghuram MBE, Professor Rajesh Kharbanda and 7 other professionals
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About Dr Baskar Sekar
Dr Baskar Sekar is a Consultant Cardiologist with a particular focus on complex coronary interventions, including chronic total occlusions (CTOs), heart failure, and transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI). He graduated from one of the leading medical schools in southern India.
After relocating to the UK, Dr Sekar completed his core medical training and earned Membership of the Royal College of Physicians (MRCP) in 2011. He pursued fellowships at top-tier cardiac surgical centres in the UK, where he gained extensive cardiology training and honed his skills in managing a wide range of cardiac conditions. He also conducted research at one of the UK's five transplant centres, focusing on advanced heart failure and heart transplant patients. His unique research in basic science among heart transplant recipients earned him a Master's degree from the University of Manchester in 2015.
In 2016, Dr Sekar joined the cardiology training program in Wales, primarily working at the University Hospital of Wales and Morriston University Hospital in Swansea. During his training, he obtained accreditation in echocardiography from the British Society of Echocardiography in 2017 and passed the European Exam in Core Cardiology in 2018. Dr Sekar has a strong interest in medical education, earning a Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Education from Cardiff University in 2018 and becoming a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) in 2020.
Subspecialties
- Interventional Cardiology
- Heart Failure
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Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 6062830
Education
Sri Ramachardra Medical College and Research Institute
Medicine
Graduated 2000
Qualifications
MBBS - Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research, India in 2000
MRCP - Royal College of Physicians, UK in 2011
MPhil - University of Manchester, UK in 2015
PGCME - Cardiff University, UK in 2018
FHEA - Higher Education Academy, UK in 2020
Languages spoken
- English
Insurers
- WPA
- Saga Health Insurance
- AXA Health
- Aviva Health
- Vitality
- Bupa
Fees
New appointment
£195Follow-up appointment
£140
Locations
Nuffield Health Cheltenham Hospital
Hatherley Lane, Cheltenham, United Kingdom, GL51 6SY
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Reviews
AI Review Summary
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Dr Baskar Sekar is professional and clear in his interactions. He simplifies conditions, tests, and care plans for patients. Patients commend his skill in artery stenting and angiograms. Consultations often cover atrial fibrillation, high blood pressure, and breathlessness, with ECG use.
DR Sekar is my life saver he diagnosed a blocked LAD artery and got me an emergency appointment within a week and fitted to stents to save me from a fatal heart attack.. Can't thank him enough hes amazing. Thanks so much 🙏 From Paul T.
Dr Baskar Sekar , as you’d expect was extremely professional and very clear with his explanations and advice going forward with medication . He originally fitted my stent 2 years ago . It was an emergency procedure and he saved my life . I will always be grateful and indebted to him 🙏 thank you
I found Dr Sekar easy to explain my issues, who quickly evaluated my likely medical issues and very promptly arranged the next procedure required
Dr. Sekar was very thorough with his diagnosis - listened patiently to all my concerns. Very clear in his communication on the next steps and the reasons behind it. Provided advise that was easy to put to daily practise in terms of diet and exercise management.
This is the first time I have seen a doctor (who is a specialist in cardiology) since having a MI in April and having a second stent fitted in July last year. My doctor actually rang in order go get an appointment as she said if was way overdue!! I did ask Mr Sekar a question but didnt get an answer, in general though the appointment was fine
Willingness to answer multitude of questions in layman’s language.
Wow is all I can say DR Sekar treated my mum with such kindness, he was so caring towards her, explained her condition in ways she could understand. I would certainly recommend to everyone.
Skill Endorsements
Dr Ananthakrishnan Raghuram MBE
Respiratory Doctor
Professor Rajesh Kharbanda
CardiologistDr Baskar is a highly experienced interventional cardiologist and offers an excellent service to his patients.
20 Aug 2025
Dr Ben Corden
CardiologistBaskar is a thoughtful human being and an excellent clinician
19 May 2025
Dr Rito Mitra
Cardiologist
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Dr Baskar Sekar's overall patient rating is 4.94 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 52 reviews.
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Dr Baskar Sekar speaks English
Where is Dr Baskar Sekar located?
Dr Baskar Sekar primarily practices at Nuffield Health Cheltenham Hospital, located at Hatherley Lane, Cheltenham, United Kingdom, GL51 6SY
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Dr Baskar Sekar is working Tuesday (14:00 - 17:00)
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