Dr Alexander Hobson
MBBS MD FRCP
29 years of experience
Havant, PO9 5NP
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29 years of experience
Havant, PO9 5NP
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1 connection in healthcare
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About Dr Alexander Hobson
Dr Alexander Hobson is a leading Consultant Cardiologist with a subspecialist interest in interventional cardiology. He specialises in the assessment, investigation and management of patients with suspected or established heart disease, including symptoms such as chest pain, breathlessness, palpitations and unexplained blackouts. His clinical expertise includes the diagnosis and treatment of angina, arrhythmias, valvular heart disease and heart failure.
Dr Hobson qualified from St Bartholomew’s Hospital Medical School in 1997 and obtained his MRCP in 2001. He completed his cardiology training in the Wessex region, including advanced interventional fellowships in Southampton and Bournemouth. He has extensive experience in percutaneous coronary intervention, including coronary angiography, angioplasty and stent insertion, and has performed more than 2,500 coronary interventions since 2010, with over 95% carried out via the radial (wrist) approach.
Alongside his clinical practice at Spire Portsmouth Hospital and the Queen Alexandra Hospital Private Patients Unit in Portsmouth, Dr Hobson is the Chairman of the South Coast Intervention Group and was the Clinical Director of the Cardiology department at the Queen Alexandra Hospital from 2020 to 2025. He is also actively involved in research, having authored and co-authored over 25 peer-reviewed publications, with particular interests in coronary stents, antiplatelet therapies and lipid management. He has contributed chapters to the Oxford Textbook of Interventional Cardiology and Management of Cardiovascular Conditions in Adults in Critical Care.
Subspecialties
- Interventional Cardiology
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Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 4419796
Education
University of London
Medicine
Graduated 1997
Qualifications
FRCP 2014
MD University of London 2010
MRCP London 2001
MBBS St Bartholomew's Hospital Medical School 1997
BSc (Hons) London 1994
Member of the British Cardiovascular Intervention Society
Languages spoken
- English
Insurers
- Bupa Fee Assured
- Simply Health (Dental)
- Cigna
- Bupa
- WPA
- AXA Health
- Aviva Health
- Vitality
- Benenden Health
Fees
New appointment
£250Follow-up appointment
£175
Locations
Spire Portsmouth Hospital
Bartons Road, Havant, United Kingdom, PO9 5NP
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Queen Alexandra Hospital
Southwick Hill Road, Portsmouth, United Kingdom, PO6 3LY
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This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews
Dr Alexander Hobson reassures patients and ensures they feel listened to. He gives clear, thorough explanations. He takes time, answers all questions, and creates action plans. Care covers breathlessness, irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia), palpitations, atrial fibrillation, and echocardiogram investigations.
I have been a patient of Dr Hobson for some years. He is always attentive to my health requirements and questions however insignificant they may appear . Then gives me a considered ,easily understood answer always in a positive ,good humored manner. What more could one ask for from a very busy individual
I went to see Dr Hobson at The Spire Hospital in Portsmouth. He was extremely professional and explained clearly everything I needed to know, and what would happen next.
My consultation with Alex was very valuable. He's a super, jargon free, person centred communicator, and his knowledge and manner really helped, supporting and guiding me through my health situation.
Fantastic Doctor explained everything in detail in a way I understood, left my appointment with my mind at rest. Brilliant
Dr Hobson was amazing, I felt listened to & reassured. He was extremely knowledgeable & put together a thorough plan of action for my care.
I had a very positive appointment with the cardiologist. Dr Hobson was professional, friendly and took the time to explain everything clearly. I felt listened to, all of my questions were answered, and I left with a clear understanding of the next steps. Excellent care and a reassuring experience. Highly recommended.
Really friendly and put me as ease. Really listened to what I said wanted to get to the bottom of it. He was clear in his explanations and took his time answering any questions. I would definitely recommend.
Dr Hobson was excellent. Such a calm & friendly manner. Very reassuring & explained everything carefully.
Saw Dr Hobson today about some symptoms that I thought might be heart related. He was very thorough and explained things well.
I found doctor hobson to be very amiable. He was clear, precise and inspired a lot of confidence. My first appointment was a positive experience and I am happy to be under his care moving forwards.
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Dr Alexander Hobson's overall patient rating is 4.98 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 31 reviews.
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Dr Alexander Hobson speaks English
Where is Dr Alexander Hobson located?
Dr Alexander Hobson primarily practices at Spire Portsmouth Hospital, located at Bartons Road, Havant, United Kingdom, PO9 5NP
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Dr Alexander Hobson is working Friday (08:30 - 13:00)
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