Dr Richard Watkin
Cardiologist
Sutton Coldfield, B74 3UP
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25 years of experience
Verified profile
25 years of experience
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About
Dr Watkin is a Consultant Cardiologist with over a decade of experience in the treatment and investigation of heart disorder symptoms linked to cardiac conditions. He sees private patients at the Spire Little Aston Hospital and the BMI Priory Hospital.
Dr Watkin gained his primary medical qualification at University Birmingham, after which he undertook his basic and specialist cardiology training in the West Midlands. He later gained his Medical Doctorate at the University of Birmingham after completing his research on infective endocarditis. Dr Watkin was appointed Consultant in 2009 and his since also become an Honorary Senior Clinical Lecturer at the University of Birmingham. He has been awarded a fellowship of the European Society of Cardiology for his contribution to cardiovascular health and scientific excellence.
He is the clinical service lead for cardiology at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation trust. He is an accredited consultant appraiser and an examiner for the Univeristy of Birmingham Medical School. Dr Watkin is a topic experts for NICE and a reviewer for the National Institute for Health Research.
Areas of expertise
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- Atrial Fibrillation (10%)
- Breathlessness (6%)
- ECG Holter Monitor (6%)
- Chest Pain (6%)
- Coronary Artery Disease (6%)
- Others (65%)
All conditions and treatments
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Breathlessness
- Angina
- Chest Pain
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)
- Palpitations
- Fainting
- Heart Valve Problems
- Bradycardia
- CT Coronary Angiogram
- Video Consultation
- Calcium Coronary Score
- Cardiac MRI
- Cardiac Resynchronisation Therapy (CRT)
- Cardio-Pulmonary Exercise Testing
- Pacemaker Surgery
- Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillator (ICD)
- Heart Scan
- Exercise Stress Test
Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 4502018
Qualifications
Education
FESC
MD
MBChB
languages spoken
- English
consultation fees
- New appointment: £200
- Follow-up appointment: £150
insurers
- General Medical
- health-on-line
- Bupa Fee Assured
- April
- Groupama
- Simply Health
- Healix
- Saga Insurance
- Allianz Worldwide Care
- Four Points Assistance
- Bupa
- CS Healthcare
- WPA
- Legal & General
- The Exeter
- Freedom Healthcare
- Cigna
- Norwich Union
- Aviva Health
- Aetna
- Vitality Health
- AXA PPP Healthcare
- The PHC
- Benenden
- Bupa Platinum
Location
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Little Aston Hall Drive, Sutton Coldfield, United Kingdom, B74 3UP
Little Aston Hall Drive, Sutton Coldfield, United Kingdom, B74 3UP
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Priory Rd,, Edgbaston, United Kingdom, B5 7UG
Priory Rd,, Edgbaston, United Kingdom, B5 7UG
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*Star rating based on patient reviews
38 reviews
5
Excellent experience - for both of us parents and our daughter with learning difficulties. Quite a skill to get things across in those circumstances and so well handled.
5
Ve seen Dr Watkin about 3-4 times now over about 4 years. I keep going back because I like his simple layman explanation of things
5
I have seen Dr. Watkin on several occasions and he always explained my condition most clearly. He discussed and explained any treatment options in detail and left me with confidence in the outcome of the consultations.
5
Takes time to fully understand problem. Arranges all necessary tests, scans etc to enable him to know where the problems do, and importantly, don’t exist. Explains in simple terms, with a little humour, best way forward.
5
Dr Watkin’s is very approachable and friendly with a humour which puts you at ease from the beginning. His advice and professionalism is outstanding.
5
Very considerate and understanding of my condition and explained everything in an easy to understand way.
5
You need to believe in what your doctor tells you and trust in thier advice. I always take comfort from a consultation.
5
I found Dr Watkin to be friendly and approachable, and completely professional. He took time to listen, and to give detailed and clear explanations.
5
Put me at ease and explained what would be done and all costings. Have total trust and faith in Dr Watkin
5
He was very reassuring and detailed in explaining his thinking and how he would like to proceed.
Endorsements
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2 endorsements
Richard is a great cardiologist and multi-talented in many areas of cardiology
09 Oct 2023Dr Michael Pitt
CardiologyExcellent cardiologist and communicator. Very patient centred.
13 Sep 2022Dr Khalid Mahmood
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Dr Richard Watkin's overall patient rating is 5 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 38 reviews
What languages does Dr Richard Watkin speak?
Dr Richard Watkin speaks English
Where is Dr Richard Watkin located?
Dr Richard Watkin primarily practices at Spire Little Aston Hospital, located at Little Aston Hall Drive, Sutton Coldfield, United Kingdom, B74 3UP
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What are Dr Richard Watkin working hours?
Dr Richard Watkin is working Wednesday (17:30 - 20:00), Thursday (13:00 - 17:00), Friday (09:00 - 12:00)
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