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Dr Baskar Sekar

MBBS, MRCP, MPhil, FHEA

Cardiologist

Live bookings available

26 years of experience

Cheltenham, GL51 6SY

15 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Dr Ben Corden, Dr Rito Mitra and 4 other professionals

4.97

/5

(41 reviews)

Live bookings available

26 years of experience

Cheltenham, GL51 6SY

15 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Dr Ben Corden, Dr Rito Mitra and 4 other professionals

Areas of expertise

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Reviews
Endorsements
Atrial Fibrillation
11
1
High Blood Pressure
10
ECG (Electrocardiogram)
9

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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

Areas of expertise

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Reviews
(75)
Endorsements
(20)

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Atrial Fibrillation
11
1
High Blood Pressure
10
ECG (Electrocardiogram)
9
Coronary Angiography
8
Coronary Stent Insertion
2
5
Breathlessness
6
24 Hour Blood Pressure Monitor
1
5
CT Coronary Angiogram
4
Cardiovascular Disease
3
Heart Failure
3
Echocardiogram
3
Chest Pain
2
Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)
1
1
Cardiac MRI
2
Loss of Consciousness (Syncope)
1
Tachycardia
1
Congestive Heart Failure
1
Coronary Artery Disease
1
Angioplasty
1
Angina
1
Palpitations
1
Heart Attack
1
Aortic Valve Degeneration
1
Heart Murmurs
1
Heart Scan
1
Echocardiogram (Cardiac Ultrasound)
1
Interventional Cardiology
1
Cardiac Imaging
1
Stenting Procedures
1
Cardiovascular Disease Prevention
1
Heart Health Check
1
Complex Coronary Interventions
1
Transthoracic Echocardiogram (TTE)
Rotablation (Coronary Arteries)
Takotsubo Syndrome
Oedema
Pressure Wire Study (Coronary Angiography)
Pericarditis
Exercise Testing
Irregular Heart Beat
Cardioversion
Dyslipidaemia
Right Heart Catheterisation
Exercise Stress Test
ECG Holter Monitor
DVLA Assessments
Chronic Total Occlusion
Dizziness
Atherosclerosis
Unstable Angina
High Cholesterol
Refractory Angina Management
Fainting
Intravascular Ultrasound
Arrhythmia (Irregular Heartbeat)
Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)

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

Consultation fees

  • New appointment: £195
  • Follow-up appointment: £140

Insurers

  • WPA
  • Saga Health Insurance
  • AXA Health
  • Aviva Health
  • Vitality
  • Bupa

Location

All locations for Dr Baskar Sekar

Nuffield Health Cheltenham Hospital

4.87

(354)

Hatherley Lane, Cheltenham, United Kingdom, GL51 6SY

Reviews

AI Review Summary

This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews

Dr Baskar Sekar is professional and clear when interacting with patients. He explains procedures, test results, and next steps in terms that are easy to understand. Patients find his approach reassuring, value his advice on treatments, and describe appointment scheduling and service as efficient. His expertise is highly sought for conditions including Atrial Fibrillation, High Blood Pressure, ECG evaluations, and Coronary Angiography.

5.0
verified patient
05 Mar 2026

I would like you to accept my extreme gratitude to you personally, and indeed to Dr Sakar for taking such unbelievable due care and diligence with regard to my mum heart / artery condition. Having been faced with what would have looked like being on the verge on death and having such chest pain she just wanted to die, and the feeling that everyone has given up on you. However when we had my initial appointment with Dr Saker, you were the opposite – relentlessly rechecking all the known facts about my condition, and very positive and confident that he knew he could do the procedure using different techniques and the different instruments. He took time to explain the procedure and listen and validate our concerns. His Bedside manner and empathy and experience gave reassuring which helps to mitigate anxiety. The whole procedure was successful because of Dr Sakar skill and knowledge and determination to unblock the artery and insert a stent. Without Dr Sakar experience and great range of skills and shire determination my mum would not be alive, but now we have a further with her. Thank you so much. Vivienne M.

5.0
verified patient
16 Feb 2026

Straightforward professional experience

4.3
verified patient
11 Feb 2026

Very well presented explanations.

Patient seen for:
5.0
verified patient
06 Feb 2026

Very professional Explained everything in clear precise language in layman’s terms

4.7
verified patient
30 Jan 2026

I found Dr Sekar easy to talk to. The appointment with bp checks and height and weight checks very efficient

5.0
verified patient
31 Dec 2025

Dr Sekar was helpful, very knowledgeable, professional, and friendly. We were very impressed with his clear description of my problem. We have a plan which we hope will resolve the issue. Thank you very much.

5.0
verified patient
16 Dec 2025

Very polite and patient. Explained everything well

5.0
verified patient
09 Dec 2025

Excellent service. Seen promptly. Dr Sekar is very personable. I didn’t feel rushed and all questions were answered.

Patient seen for:
5.0
verified patient
09 Dec 2025

Dr Sekar fully explained the test results and options available to me going forward. I left feeling confident in the proposed treatment and next steps if that wasn't successful.

Patient seen for:
5.0
verified patient
04 Dec 2025

It was very relaxing. I was very reassured by Dr Sekar.

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Endorsements

Dr Baskar is a highly experienced interventional cardiologist and offers an excellent service to his patients.

20 Aug 2025
Endorsed for
24 Hour Blood Pressure Monitor
Coronary Stent Insertion

Dr Ben Corden

Dr Ben Corden

Cardiologist
Is a colleague

Baskar is a thoughtful human being and an excellent clinician

19 May 2025
Endorsed for
24 Hour Blood Pressure Monitor
Coronary Stent Insertion
Cardiovascular Disease

Dr Rito Mitra

Dr Rito Mitra

Cardiologist
Is a colleague

He is an experienced interventional cardiologist!

19 May 2025
Endorsed for
Cardiac Imaging
Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)
Complex Coronary Interventions

Dr Amardeep Ghosh Dastidar

Dr Amardeep Ghosh Dastidar

Cardiologist
Is a colleague

Dr Sekar is a skilled and experienced consultant cardiologist with wealth of experience.

17 Jan 2025
Endorsed for
Coronary Stent Insertion
24 Hour Blood Pressure Monitor
Cardiovascular Disease

DN

Dr Adnan Nadir

Cardiologist
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Dr Baskar Sekar's overall patient rating is 4.97 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 41 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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