Dr Christopher Cook
MBBS, BSc (Hons.), MRCP, PhD.
Cardiologist
16 years of experience
London, W1B 1LU
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16 years of experience
London, W1B 1LU
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About Dr Christopher Cook
Philosophy:
As a multi-award-winning Consultant Cardiologist, my goal is to provide thoughtful, evidence-based care that ensures you feel informed and supported. I believe the best cardiology starts with listening carefully and working together to create a clear plan for your heart health.
Clinical Expertise:
I specialise in helping patients manage symptoms such as chest pain, breathlessness, and palpitations, alongside expert advice on blood pressure and cholesterol. I have a particular interest in valvular heart disease, with specialist expertise in pioneering, minimally invasive heart valve treatments (including TAVI and TEER). These advanced therapies allow many of my patients to be treated effectively without the need for open-heart surgery.
Academic & Professional Background:
To ensure the highest standards for my patients, I have always focused on achieving clinical excellence. I graduated from University College London with Distinction and a First Class degree in Physiology, where I was awarded numerous academic prizes and the prestigious University of London Gold Medal in Medicine (Proxime Accessit).
Clinical training:
I completed my specialist cardiology training at the UK's premier heart centres, including the Royal Brompton, Harefield, and Hammersmith Hospitals. This clinical foundation was paired with a PhD from Imperial College London focused on coronary artery disease, followed by a subspecialist Fellowship in structural (valvular) heart disease at the Essex Cardiothoracic Centre, where I now serve as an NHS Consultant.
A Personalised Approach:
Beyond my research and international lectures, my focus remains on the individual. Patients often value my calm, supportive approach and clear explanations. Whether seeking a diagnosis or a specialist second opinion, I am committed to providing the clarity and expertise you need to move forward with confidence.
Subspecialties
- General (Internal) Medicine
- Interventional Cardiology
Areas of expertise
Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 7044426
Education
University College London, University of London
Physiology
Graduated 2006
University College London, University of London
Medicine
Graduated 2009
University of London
Medicine
Graduated 2009
Imperial College London
Medicine
Graduated 2019
Qualifications
Undergraduate Medical Education
Dr Christopher Cook graduated from University College London (UCL) in 2009. During his undergraduate medical training, he additionally completed an intercalated degree in Physiology, achieving First Class Honours.
He was awarded multiple academic distinctions during his time at UCL, including the prestigious Proxime Accessit Gold Medal in Medicine from the University of London, recognising outstanding academic achievement, alongside the Atchison Prize for overall MBBS performance.
Awards & Academic Prizes
- EuroPCR Best Oral Abstract Award (2015)
- IVCC Young Cardiologist of the Year Award (2014)
- Proxime Accessit Gold Medal in Medicine – University of London (2010)
- 4th Atchison Prize – Overall MBBS Performance, UCL (2010)
- Magrath Prize – Overall Academic Performance, UCL (2008)
- John Murray & Sir William Gowers Prize, UCL (2008)
- Atchison Suckling & Temple Frere Prize, UCL (2008)
- Sarkany Prize, UCL (2008)
- Boldero & Shelley Prize, UCL (2008)
- Dean’s List Outstanding Candidate, UCL (2007)
Postgraduate Clinical Cardiology Training
With over 16 years of clinical experience, Dr Cook completed specialist cardiology training through the highly competitive National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Academic Clinical Fellowship programme in Cardiology.
He trained across several internationally recognised cardiac centres, including:
- Royal Brompton Hospital
- Harefield Hospital
- St Mary’s Hospital London
- Hammersmith Hospital
During this time, he developed broad expertise in general cardiology, alongside advanced subspecialty training in interventional cardiology and structural heart disease.
His advanced procedural training included a dedicated TAVI Fellowship at the Essex Cardiothoracic Centre, where he developed expertise in complex minimally invasive heart valve interventions.
Dr Cook now practices as a Consultant Cardiologist at the Essex Cardiothoracic Centre, combining high-volume procedural experience with an active academic and research profile to deliver contemporary evidence-based cardiovascular care across Essex and London.
Postgraduate Academic Cardiology Education & Training
Dr Cook holds a prestigious Medical Research Council (MRC)-funded PhD from the National Heart and Lung Institute at Imperial College London.
His doctoral research focused on the advanced diagnosis and treatment of coronary artery disease and coronary angioplasty, reflecting his longstanding commitment to evidence-based and innovation-driven cardiovascular medicine.
He maintains a highly active international academic profile and also holds a joint academic appointment at Anglia Ruskin University, where he leads the Structural Cardiology Research Group.
Dr Cook has authored more than 150 scientific publications, with over 7,000 citations, across the fields of interventional cardiology and structural heart disease, particularly minimally invasive heart valve therapies.
Professional Affiliations & Memberships
- British Cardiovascular Intervention Society (BCIS) – Member
- British Heart Valve Society (BHVS) – Member
- Heart Valve Voice – Trustee
- EuroPCR – International Faculty
- PCR London Valves – International Faculty
- New York Valves (Cardiovascular Research Foundation) – International Faculty
- Transcatheter Cardiovascular Therapeutics (TCT) – International Faculty
Publications
Read publications and papers written by this specialist.
14 / 11 / 2025
Proactive Management And Treatment Of Aortic Stenosis An International Expert Perspective
Published in JACC
29 / 03 / 2026
Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Trial of Chronic Total Occlusion Percutaneous Coronary Intervention in Stable Angina: The ORBITA-CTO Trial
Published in JACC
02 / 03 / 2026
Changes in absolute coronary blood flow and myocardial resistance after percutaneous coronary intervention
Published in EuroIntervention
01 / 04 / 2026
PREDICT - patient referral evaluation to determine indication for computed tomography to identify small aortic annulus size in patients with severe aortic stenosis
Published in International Journal of Cardiology
Languages spoken
- English
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24 Portland Pl, London, United Kingdom, W1B 1LU
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