Cardiologist
London, W1G 8BJ
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Dr Alexander Sirker works as a Consultant in Interventional and General Cardiology at University College London Hospitals (UCLH) and St Bartholomew's Hospital, London.
He is Clinical Lead (Head of Department) for Cardiology at University College London Hospitals. He is also an Honorary Associate Professor at University College London (UCL).
Dr Sirker trained in medicine at the University of Cambridge, graduating with First Class Honours in Physiology in 1994. He was awarded several prizes, an exhibition and three scholarships, then continued training at Cambridge University Clinical School, qualifying as a doctor in 1996 with a triple Distinction in the Final MB examinations.
His specialist training in Cardiology was undertaken at a number of leading cardiac centres, including the Royal Brompton, Harefield, and Guy's and St Thomas' Hospitals. His specific expertise in Interventional Cardiology was gained at King's College Hospital, London and during an international fellowship year at the Royal Jubilee Hospital, British Columbia, Canada – a pioneering centre in the use of radial access for angioplasty and stenting.
He has specific expertise in coronary angiography, angioplasty and stenting procedures. Other invasive and interventional procedures undertaken by Dr Sirker include pressure wire studies, intravascular ultrasound (IVUS), and rotational atherectomy. His particular interests in Interventional Cardiology include i) use of the radial artery (at the wrist) for ‘keyhole' access in diagnostic and therapeutic procedures and ii) complex coronary interventions, including treatment of bifurcation disease, calcified lesions and diseased bypass grafts.
With his broad background in General Adult Cardiology, Dr Sirker undertakes outpatient clinics at the main University College Hospital site, treating patients with conditions such as coronary artery disease, heart valve disease, high blood pressure and heart failure. He sees patients with symptoms including chest pain, breathlessness, palpitations, dizziness and loss of consciousness.
He also deals with pre-operative cardiac assessment prior to non-cardiac surgery and with cardiovascular risk assessment more generally.
He has formal national accreditation in echocardiography and has trained in cardiac CT. He is also an accredited specialist in General (Internal) Medicine.
He also has a strong interest in clinical risk reduction and has acted as the site lead at St. Bartholomew's Hospital for implementation of the new National Safety Standards for Invasive Procedures across all medical specialities.
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BA (Hons) 1994 University of Cambridge
MA (Cantab) 1998 University of Cambridge
BChir 1996 University of Cambridge
MB 1997 University of Cambridge
FRCP 2017 Royal College of Physicians, London
PhD 2012 University of London
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8 reviews
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Dr Sirker took time to look at my progress and offer alternatives for future treatment.
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I WOULD LIKE TO SAY A BIG THANK YOU, FOR THE EXCELLENT CONSULTATION, THAT I HAD WITH DR ALEXANDER SIRKER @ THE PHYSICIAN’S CLINIC IN LONDON. HIS MANNER PUT ME AT EASE, AND HE TOOK TIME TO LISTEN, AND MADE ME FEEL VALUED AND RESPECTED. HE NEVER SEEMED TO BE IN A RUSH, AND SHOWED TRUE CONCERN, AND CLEARLY STATING ALL OPTIONS. THERE IS NO QUESTION THAT HE HAS, THE PERFECT COMBINATION OF CARE AND RESPONSIBILITY, AND IS THE DOCTOR I EVER HAD. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND DR SIRKER. BEST WISHES JOHN B
5
Very confident way in explaining the various alternative treatments available.
5
All info at hand explained clearly the ifs and buts of my condition and I left with more confidence
5
His explanation of tests carried out where clear His recommendations on what the next steps of my treatment should be were discussed in detail and agreed.
5
Detailed explanation of tests that he recomended
5
Professional, effective and excellent communication skills. Reassuring.
5
Excellent, highly professional and kind.
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Alex is an expert in assessment and management of coronary artery disease and general cardiology. He is well liked by patients and always provides a excellent opinion.
Dr Sanjeev Bhattacharyya
What are Dr Alexander Sirker's reviews like?
Dr Alexander Sirker's overall patient rating is 5 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 8 reviews
What languages does Dr Alexander Sirker speak?
Dr Alexander Sirker speaks English
Where is Dr Alexander Sirker located?
Dr Alexander Sirker primarily practices at The Harley Street Clinic, part of HCA Healthcare UK, located at 35 Weymouth Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 8BJ
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What are Dr Alexander Sirker working hours?
Dr Alexander Sirker is working Tuesday (15:30 - 18:30), Thursday (09:30 - 12:30)
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