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Dr Richard Watkin

MD, MB ChB, MRCP, FESC

Cardiologist

Live bookings available

27 years of experience

Sutton Coldfield, B74 3UP

(+2 more)

21 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Dr Sanjay Saraf, Dr. Iyad Ismail and 7 other professionals

5

/5

(46 reviews)

Live bookings available

27 years of experience

Sutton Coldfield, B74 3UP

(+2 more)

21 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Dr Sanjay Saraf, Dr. Iyad Ismail and 7 other professionals

Areas of expertise

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Reviews
Endorsements
Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)
8
6
Atrial Fibrillation
12
2
Breathlessness
11
1

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About Dr Richard Watkin

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, BMI Priory Hospital and The Harborne 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 and Honorary Senior Clinical Lecturer at the University of Birmingham and subsequently a Honorary Associate Professor.

He has been awarded a fellowship of the European Society of Cardiology for his contribution to cardiovascular health and scientific excellence.

He is a ex clinical service lead for cardiology at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation trust and current Cardiac Services Network Chair. He is an accredited consultant appraiser and an examiner for the University of Birmingham Medical School. Dr Watkin is a topic experts for NICE and a reviewer for the National Institute for Health Research.

www.drwatkin.co.uk


Subspecialties

  • Electrophysiology
  • Preventative Cardiology
  • Heart Muscle Disease/Cardiomyopathy
  • General (Internal) Medicine
  • Cardiac Imaging
  • Heart Failure
  • Interventional Cardiology

Areas of expertise

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Reviews
(102)
Endorsements
(113)

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Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)
8
6
Atrial Fibrillation
12
2
Breathlessness
11
1
Chest Pain
9
2
Coronary Artery Disease
8
2
ECG Holter Monitor
9
1
Angina
8
1
CT Coronary Angiogram
9
Palpitations
4
1
Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
5
Fainting
4
1
Heart Valve Problems
2
2
Bradycardia
2
2
24 Hour Blood Pressure Monitor
3
1
High Blood Pressure
2
1
Cardiovascular Disease
2
Dizziness
1
1
ECG (Electrocardiogram)
1
1
Arrhythmia (Irregular Heartbeat)
2
Angioplasty
2
Pacemakers
2
Irregular Heart Beat
2
Heart Failure
1
1
Heart Murmurs
2
Echocardiogram (Cardiac Ultrasound)
2
Heart Muscle Disease
2
Echocardiogram
1
1
Cardiac Resynchronisation Therapy (CRT)
2
Transthoracic Echocardiogram (TTE)
2
Video Consultation
1
Long QT Syndrome
1
Exercise Testing
1
Loss of Consciousness (Syncope)
1
Tachycardia
1
Pulmonary Hypertension
1
High Cholesterol
1
Congestive Heart Failure
1
Health Assessments
1
Ventricular Fibrillation
1
Coeliac Disease
1
Atherosclerosis
1
Low Blood Pressure
1
Pacemaker Surgery
1
Exercise Stress Test
1
Cardiac Rehabilitation
1
Bubble Contrast Echocardiography
1
Cardiac Pacing
1
Ventricular Septal Defects (VSD)
1
Valvular Heart Disease
1
Non-Invasive Heart Imaging
1
Inherited Cardiac Conditions
1
Infective Endocarditis
1
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
1
Cardiomyopathy
1
Heart Attack
1
Adult Congenital Heart Disease
1
Autonomic Disorders
1
Atrial Septal Defects (ASD)
1
Aortic Valve Regurgitation
1
Aortic Valve Stenosis
1
Aortic Valve Degeneration
1
Cardiac MRI
1
Heart Scan
1
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
1
Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS)
1
Cardioversion
1
Medical Check-Ups
1
Intravascular Ultrasound
1
Neurocardiogenic Syncope (Vasovagal)
1
Nausea and Vomiting
1
Supraventricular Tachycardia (SVT)
1
Oedema
1
Dyslipidaemia
1
Atrial Flutter
1
Pericarditis
1
Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillator (ICD)
1
Refractory Angina Management
1
Cardiac Generator Replacement
1
Peripheral Arterial Disease (Angioplasty and Stenting)
1
Heart & Lung Health Assessments
1
Dobutamine Stress Echocardiogram
1
Aviation Cardiology
1
Cardiac Imaging
1
Implantable Loop Recorder (ILR)
1
Anxiety
1
Cardiovascular Syncope
1
CardioMEMS
1
DVLA Assessments
1
Cardiac Arrest
1
Heart Blocks
1
Right Heart Catheterisation
1
Athlete's Heart
1
Cardiac Screening
1
Cardiac Screening in Sport
1
Sports Cardiology
1
Takotsubo Syndrome
1
Cardio-Oncology
1
Variable Blood Pressure
Postural Hypotension
Unstable Angina
Cardiac Re-synchronisation Therapy
Blood Testing and Results Interpretation
Chest X-Ray
Calcium Coronary Score
Cardio-Pulmonary Exercise Testing
Pregnancy and Heart Disease
Non-Obstructive Coronary Artery Disease
Renal Denervation
Mitral Valve Disease
Microvascular Angina
Ischaemic Heart Disease
Myocardial Perfusion Scan
Heart Health Check
Cardiac Rhythm Disturbance
Autonomic Mediated Syncope
Cardiac CT
Aortic Stenosis
Coronary Angiography

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 4502018


Education

University of Birmingham

Medicine

Graduated 1998


Qualifications

Education

FESC

MD

MBChB



Languages spoken

  • English

Consultation fees

  • New appointment: £220
  • Follow-up appointment: £160

Insurers

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

Location

All locations for Dr Richard Watkin

Spire Little Aston Hospital

4.89

(767)

Little Aston Hall Drive, Sutton Coldfield, United Kingdom, B74 3UP

4.88

(754)

Priory Rd,, Edgbaston, United Kingdom, B5 7UG

4.91

(597)

Mindelsohn Way, Birmingham, United Kingdom, B15 2TQ

Reviews

AI Review Summary

This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews

Dr Richard Watkin is consistently described as clear and reassuring in his patient interactions. He takes time to understand medical problems, providing straightforward explanations of diagnoses and treatment options, which instils confidence and trust. Patients frequently report feeling at ease and appreciate his thoroughness in arranging necessary tests. Key patient concerns often involve cardiac conditions, breathlessness, and diagnostic procedures such as CT Coronary Angiogram and ECG Holter Monitor.

5.0
verified patient
24 Oct 2025

A very professional and caring Consultant who quickly understaood all my symptoms and concerns

5.0
verified patient
08 May 2025

During all my consultations with Dr Watkin he has been friendly, professional and clear in his explanations to me of my diagnosis and ongoing treatment. Dr Watkin took the time to listen to any questions I had, giving me clear answers explaining medical terms.

5.0
verified patient
26 Apr 2025

Truly refreshing to experience Dr Watkin’s confidence and experience which helped my wife to get through this ordeal and to come out the other side as he had forecast at our first consultation.

5.0
verified patient
16 Apr 2025

I have had two consultation meetings with Dr Richard Watkin - both have been excellent. His professionalism and clear explanation/diagnosis were very much appreciated.

Patient seen for:
5.0
verified patient
06 Feb 2025

Excellent

5.0
verified patient
29 Sep 2024

Very able.

5.0
verified patient
14 Aug 2024

He saved my live following triple bypass when others ignored my complaint of continued chest pains.

5.0
verified patient
14 Aug 2024

Found Dr Watkin excellent cardiologist and very pleased with his help

5.0
verified patient
17 Dec 2023

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.

5.0
verified patient
22 May 2023

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

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Endorsements

An excellent clinician, empathetic and knowledgeable.

14 Jan 2025
Endorsed for
Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)
Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)

DS

Dr Sanjay Saraf

Diabetes & Endocrinology Specialist
Is a colleague

Richard is a very competent cardiologist and I would trust them on my life. I would recommend him to my family members if needed.

08 Nov 2024
Endorsed for
Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)
Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)

DI

Dr. Iyad Ismail

Respiratory Doctor
Is a colleague

Excellent cardiologist. Highly recommend.

17 Oct 2024
Endorsed for
Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)
Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
Irregular Heart Beat

Dr Sarah Wright

Dr Sarah Wright

General Practitioner
Is a colleague

Excellent cardiologist; goes above and beyond for his patients.

13 Oct 2024
Endorsed for
Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)
Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)

Mr David McArthur

Mr David McArthur

General Surgeon
Is a colleague
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What are Dr Richard Watkin's reviews like?

Dr Richard Watkin's overall patient rating is 5 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 46 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, 09:00 - 12:00), Friday (09:00 - 12:00)

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