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Dr Richard Levy

MD FACC FESC FRCP

Cardiologist

47 years of experience

Wilmslow, SK9 1NY

25 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr John Leach, Dr Matthew Kahn and 3 other professionals

4.95

/5

(106 reviews)

47 years of experience

Wilmslow, SK9 1NY

25 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr John Leach, Dr Matthew Kahn and 3 other professionals

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Cardiovascular Disease
38
3
Atrial Fibrillation
22
ECG (Electrocardiogram)
19

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About Dr Richard Levy

Dr Richard Levy is a renowned consultant cardiologist specialising in interventional cardiology. He is based in Manchester and is board-certified in both general medicine and cardiology.

He gained his medical degree from St. Bartholomew's Hospital in London in 1978 before going on to train in cardiology at a number of hospitals including University College London Hospital, The National Heart Hospital, and St Bartholomew's Hospital. He became a consultant at Wythenshawe Hospital in 1993 and served as Director of Cardiology between 2001 and 2006. He was also part of the Greater Manchester and Cheshire Cardiac Network and is the current National Clinical Lead for the Heart Improvement Programme, where he is responsible for the redesign of the management of cardiac services including inter-hospital transfers, percutaneous intervention, and angina management.

Dr Levy has an interest in research and has previously been a finalist for the British Cardiac Society's Young Investor Prize.

In his free time, Dr Levy enjoys spending time with his family and playing tennis and bridge.


Subspecialties

  • Heart Failure
  • Heart Muscle Disease/Cardiomyopathy
  • Interventional Cardiology

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
(162)
Skill Endorsements
(9)

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Cardiovascular Disease
38
3
Atrial Fibrillation
22
ECG (Electrocardiogram)
19
Irregular Heartbeat (Arrhythmia)
16
High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
10
Palpitations
9
Heart Attack
6
Coronary Artery Disease
5
2
High Cholesterol
5
Angina
4
Echocardiogram (Cardiac Ultrasound)
4
Ectopic (Missed) Beats
4
ECG Holter Monitor
2
24 Hour Blood Pressure Monitor
2
Chest Pain
1
Sarcoidosis
1
Heartburn (Acid Reflux)
1
Angioplasty
1
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
1
Bradycardia
1
Heart Failure
1
CT Coronary Angiogram
1
Cardiac MRI (CMR)
1
Heart Scan
1
Cardioversion
1
Atrial Flutter
1
High Triglycerides
1
Cardiac Screening
1
Cholesterol Disorders
1
Breathlessness
3
Cardiomyopathy
1
Tricuspid Valve Disease
Takotsubo Syndrome
Supraventricular Tachycardia (SVT)
Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection
Pregnancy and Heart Disease
Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS)
Pericarditis
Oedema
Pacemakers
Non-Obstructive Coronary Artery Disease
Non-Invasive Heart Imaging
Neurocardiogenic Syncope (Vasovagal)
Myocarditis
Myocardial Infarction with Non-Obstructive Coronary Arteries (MINOCA)
Mitral Valve Disease
Microvascular Angina
Ischaemic Heart Disease
Inherited Cardiac Conditions
Infective Endocarditis
Hyperlipidaemia
Fibromuscular Dysplasia
Fainting (Syncope)
Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Dyslipidaemia
Chronic Total Occlusion
Chest Wall Deformities
Cardiovascular Syncope
Cardiovascular Genetics
Cardiac Sarcoidosis
Cardio-Oncology
Cardiometabolic Disease
Cardiac Malformations
Cardiac Arrest
Autonomic Mediated Syncope
Dysautonomia (Autonomic Disorders)
Atrial Septal Defects (ASD)
Athlete's Heart
Aortic Valve Regurgitation
Aortic Valve Degeneration
Aortic Stenosis
Heart Valve Problems
Ventricular Septal Defects (VSD)
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI)
Sports Cardiology
Unstable Angina
Stress Echocardiogram
Low Blood Pressure
Transthoracic Echocardiogram (TTE)
Ventricular Fibrillation
Health Assessments
Valvular Heart Disease
Exercise Testing
Tachycardia
Pulmonary Hypertension
Cardiac CT
Transoesophageal Echocardiogram
Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing (CPET)
Loss of Consciousness
Long QT Syndrome
Bubble Contrast Echocardiography
Exercise Stress Test
Heart Muscle Disease
Heart Murmurs
Dizziness
Cardiac Rehabilitation
Calcium Coronary Score
Atherosclerosis
Video Consultation
Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
Heart & Lung Health Assessments
Cardiac Screening in Sport
Cardiovascular Disease Prevention
Congestive Heart Failure
DVLA Assessments

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 2460082


Education

University of London

Medicine

Graduated 1978


Qualifications

Education

MD

Memberships

American College of Cardiology

Fellow of European Society of Cardiology

Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians

Member of British Cardiovascular Society


Languages spoken

  • English

Insurers

  • General and Medical
  • Healix Health Services
  • Simply Health (Dental)
  • The Exeter
  • Freedom Health Insurance
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • Cigna
  • Saga Health Insurance
  • Bupa
  • WPA
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • AXA Health
  • Aviva Health
  • Vitality
  • The PHC

Fees

  • New appointment

    £300
  • Follow-up appointment

    £250
*May vary on location

Locations

HCA Healthcare UK The Wilmslow Hospital

52 Alderley Road, Wilmslow, United Kingdom, SK9 1NY

4.86(3,071 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
08:30 - 12:30
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
08:00 - 12:30
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Opening hours

Monday
08:30 - 12:30
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
08:00 - 12:30
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Cardiovascular Disease
38
3
Atrial Fibrillation
22
ECG (Electrocardiogram)
19

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Reviews

AI Review Summary

This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews

Dr Richard Levy is professional, taking time to listen and providing clear explanations. Patients value his experienced, reassuring, and thorough approach, which offers effective solutions for conditions such as angina and high triglycerides. Patients also highlight his comprehensive care for cardiovascular disease, atrial fibrillation, irregular heartbeat, and diagnostic tools like ECG.

5
verified patient
26 Oct 2026

Happy with experience and service provided

Reply from Richard Levy
27 Oct 2026
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Many thanks

5
verified patient
24 Oct 2026

I found the consultant to be highly professional, thorough and reassuring throughout my care. He took the time to investigate my concerns fully and arranged additional blood tests and scans to ensure a comprehensive assessment. I was very happy with the standard of care I received and would not hesitate to recommend him or see him again in the future.

Reply from Richard Levy
26 Oct 2026
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Many thanks for your kind words

5
verified patient
24 Oct 2026

Very efficient and all arranged at short notice especially the echocardiogram.

Reply from Richard Levy
26 Oct 2026
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I am glad that you were very content with the service.

5
verified patient
11 Oct 2026

Richard explains everything very clearly and consolidates all of my health matters

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Reply from Richard Levy
12 Oct 2026
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Many thanks for your review.

5
verified patient
10 Oct 2026

Very easy efficient & thorough

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5
verified patient
07 Oct 2026

My consultation with Dr Levy went very well he fully explained my heart problems and reccomended I needed a byventricular pacemaker which I hope I will receive soon, Dr Levy is a very pleasant person and I felt very confident in his dia.gnosis

Reply from Richard Levy
08 Oct 2026
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Many thanks. I am glad that you feel in good hands.

5
verified patient
02 Oct 2026

Despite being nervous at the start of my appointment Dr Levy’s clear and “non technical “ explanations of my condition put me at ease. I believe I am in very capable hands.

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Reply from Richard Levy
05 Oct 2026
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Thank you for my 5* review.

5
verified patient
25 Sep 2026

Excellent, very reassuring, thorough and explained future investigations. Quick response to queries.

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Reply from Richard Levy
26 Sep 2026
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Your positive feedback is much appreciated

5
verified patient
16 Sep 2026

I have been under the great care and supervision of Dr Richard Levy for more than ten years. He sees everything and dispenses medical treatment and advice in a precise understandable manner. I have always found him to be pleasantly Approachable. A Gentleman and totally professional from a place of high standards and learning. I am always happy to see him, and always, leave in good spirits. I couldn’t recommend him highly enough.

Reply from Richard Levy
18 Sep 2026
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Many thanks for your feedback

5
verified patient
16 Sep 2026

Discovering I had very high blood pressure with no symptoms was a shock. Mr Levy was calm and reassuring as he explained the tests he would carry out. I left the initial consultation feeling a lot calmer and more positive about the situation

Reply from Richard Levy
18 Sep 2026
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Thank you for your kind words

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Skill Endorsements

Dr Levy offers an expert opinion on cardiac conditions including coronary artery disease and cardiomyopathy

08 Aug 2026
Endorsed for
Coronary Artery Disease
Cardiomyopathy

Mr John Leach

Mr John Leach

Neurosurgeon
Is a colleague

Fantastic cardiologist

10 Jul 2026
Endorsed for
Breathlessness
Cardiovascular Disease

Dr Matthew Kahn

Dr Matthew Kahn

Cardiologist
Is a colleague

An outstanding cardiologist and highly respected colleague. Richard combines exceptional clinical expertise and judgement with integrity, professionalism and a genuine commitment to patient care. I hold him in the highest regard and offer him my strongest support and endorsement.

10 Jul 2026
Endorsed for
Breathlessness
Cardiovascular Disease

Dr Freidoon Keshavarzi

Dr Freidoon Keshavarzi

Cardiologist
Is a colleague

I highly recommend Dr Levy for his clinical expertise, professionalism, and compassionate patient-centred approach.

10 Jul 2026
Endorsed for
Cardiovascular Disease
Breathlessness

Dr Antonis Pavlidis

Dr Antonis Pavlidis

Cardiologist
I have referred patients to them
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Dr Richard Levy's overall patient rating is 4.95 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 106 reviews.

What languages does Dr Richard Levy speak?

Dr Richard Levy speaks English

Where is Dr Richard Levy located?

Dr Richard Levy primarily practices at HCA Healthcare UK The Wilmslow Hospital, located at 52 Alderley Road, Wilmslow, United Kingdom, SK9 1NY
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Dr Richard Levy is working Monday (08:30 - 12:30), Thursday (08:00 - 12:30)

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