MBBS, MRCP, MPhil, FHEA
Cardiologist
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26 years of experience
Cheltenham, GL51 6SY
15 connections in healthcare
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by Dr Ben Corden, Dr Rito Mitra and 4 other professionals
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
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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.
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General Medical Council
No. 6062830
Sri Ramachardra Medical College and Research Institute
Medicine
Graduated 2000
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
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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.
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.
Very professional Explained everything in clear precise language in layman’s terms
I found Dr Sekar easy to talk to. The appointment with bp checks and height and weight checks very efficient
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.
Excellent service. Seen promptly. Dr Sekar is very personable. I didn’t feel rushed and all questions were answered.
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.
It was very relaxing. I was very reassured by Dr Sekar.
Dr 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
CardiologistHe is an experienced interventional cardiologist!
19 May 2025
Dr Amardeep Ghosh Dastidar
CardiologistDr Sekar is a skilled and experienced consultant cardiologist with wealth of experience.
17 Jan 2025DN
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.
What languages does Dr Baskar Sekar speak?
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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What are Dr Baskar Sekar working hours?
Dr Baskar Sekar is working Tuesday (14:00 - 17:00)
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