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Dr Chris Steadman

Dr Chris Steadman

Cardiologist

Bournemouth, BH11RW

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24 years of experience
Verified profile
24 years of experience

Patient Trust Score

4.99

118 patient reviews

3 professional endorsements

4.98
Overall Experience
4.98
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

242 recommendations for:

ECG (Electrocardiogram)(41)
Atrial Fibrillation(33)
Echocardiogram(26)
Other(142)

Recent patient review

26 Mar 2024

Very clear in communication.

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About

Dr Steadman graduated from the University of Bristol and stayed in Bristol to complete his MRCP. He moved to Birmingham for specialist training in Cardiology including 4 years at tertiary cardiac centres, including the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Birmingham. He also spent 2 and half years as a clinical research fellow for the British Heart Foundation and National Institute for Health Research, at the Leicester Cardiovascular Biomedical Research Unit. He was awared his research degree, Doctor of Medicine (MD), from the Univerity of Leicester. He is also now a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians.

He is an expert in Advanced Cardiovascular Imaging, including CT coronary angiography, cardiac MRI, and all forms of echocardiography (transthoracic, stress, bubble and transoesophageal). He is accredited with national and international societies for these techniques, and was one of the first in the UK to gain Level 3 Accreditation in cardiac MRI from the European Society of Cardiology. He also has Level 3 Accreditation in cardiac CT from the British Society of Cardiovascular Imaging, and is one of the few specialists to hold this in addition to MRI.

As an imaging specialist he is an expert in diagnosis and sees patients with a wide range of symptoms including chest pain, breathlessness, palpitations and blackouts.


Areas of expertise

Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals

  • ECG (Electrocardiogram) (17%)
  • Atrial Fibrillation (14%)
  • Echocardiogram (11%)
  • Arrhythmia (Irregular Heartbeat) (9%)
  • Palpitations (6%)
  • Others (44%)

Subspecialties
  • Preventative Cardiology
  • Heart Failure
  • Heart Muscle Disease/Cardiomyopathy

All conditions and treatments
  • Atrial Fibrillation
  • Arrhythmia (Irregular Heartbeat)
  • Palpitations
  • Heart Valve Problems
  • Chest Pain
  • Bradycardia
  • Cardiovascular Disease
  • Angina
  • Loss of Consciousness (Syncope)
  • Heart Attack
  • ECG (Electrocardiogram)
  • Echocardiogram
  • ECG Holter Monitor
  • Heart Scan
  • CT Coronary Angiogram
  • 24 Hour Blood Pressure Monitor
  • Exercise Stress Test
  • Cardiac MRI
  • Bubble Contrast Echocardiography
  • Calcium Coronary Score

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 4624206


Qualifications

MB ChB, University of Bristol, 1999

MRCP (UK), Royal College of Phyicians, London, 2003

Doctor of Medicine (MD), University of Leicester, 2013

Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), Cardiology and General Internal Medicine, 2013

Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians, London, 2016

Memberships

British Cardiovascular Society

British Society of Echocardiography

British Society of Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance

British Society of Cardiovascular Imaging

British Medical Association

Medical Protection Society

Royal College of Physicians, London

Society of Cardiovascular CT


languages spoken
  • English
consultation fees
  • New appointment: £250
  • Follow-up appointment: £170

insurers
  • health-on-line
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • The Exeter
  • Simply Health
  • Healix
  • Cigna
  • CS Healthcare
  • Bupa
  • WPA
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • AXA PPP Healthcare
  • Aviva Health
  • Vitality Health

Location

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Nuffield Health Bournemouth Hospital

4.83
(164)
67 Lansdowne Road Bournemouth, Bournemouth, United Kingdom, BH11RW
67 Lansdowne Road Bournemouth, Bournemouth, United Kingdom, BH11RW
Monday
08:00 - 12:30
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4.83
(90)
St Marys Road, Poole, United Kingdom, BH15 2BH
St Marys Road, Poole, United Kingdom, BH15 2BH
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
17:00 - 20:00
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Reviews

All reviews(118)
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Last 7 days
Last 30 days
Last 6 months
Filter by condition:
ECG (Electrocardiogram) (41)
Atrial Fibrillation (33)
Echocardiogram (25)
Arrhythmia (Irregular Heartbeat) (21)
Palpitations (15)

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*Star rating based on patient reviews

118 reviews

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Very clear in communication.

26 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Echocardiogram
ECG (Electrocardiogram)

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Polite, concise and to the point

14 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Echocardiogram
ECG (Electrocardiogram)

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Thoroughly professional and approachable. Took his time to explain the problem and treatment. Very satisfied with whole interaction.

14 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Angina
Echocardiogram
Chest Pain

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Dr Steadman was absolutely amazing he explained everything to me and answered all questions that I had

13 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Palpitations
Heart Valve Problems
Echocardiogram

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Very welcoming, listened to my concerns, didn't rush me, explained everything in detaiil and reassured me, thank you

08 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Bradycardia
Arrhythmia (Irregular Heartbeat)
ECG (Electrocardiogram)

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Dr Steadman was extremely kind and listened to my daughters carefully while they explained their symptoms. He was very knowledgeable and explained clearly his thoughts and diagnosis.

07 Mar 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Echocardiogram
24 Hour Blood Pressure Monitor
Dizziness

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Dr Steadman has a rare combination of excellent professional and outstanding communication skills. He listened to and respected my views and experiences, whilst carefully and patiently explaining options in this complex and sensitive field. He is highly approachable and I felt able empowered to make informed choices. Follow-up was speedy and thorough after each consultation. He and Hannah are an excellent team.

26 Feb 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Exercise Stress Test
Echocardiogram
ECG Holter Monitor

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Very nice gentleman being calm and reassuring and takes time to explain. He had looked into my health history and remembered everything the second time I saw him. Felt being taken seriously with my health complaints. Prompt follow up letter to my GP, impressive.

09 Feb 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
ECG (Electrocardiogram)
Palpitations
Arrhythmia (Irregular Heartbeat)

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Very calm, informative approach. Very attentive and ensured I fully understood. Took time to hummour all of my questions

01 Feb 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
Echocardiogram
Heart Scan
ECG (Electrocardiogram)

5

5.00
Overall Experience
5.00
Bedside Manner/Professionalism
5.00
Explanation

Dr Steadman explained things very clearly and also listened to my concerns. He produced the clinic letters very promptly.

29 Jan 2024verified patient
Patient seen for:
24 Hour Blood Pressure Monitor
Echocardiogram
ECG (Electrocardiogram)
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Endorsements

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Most endorsed treatments/conditions
All endorsements
Cardiology (2)
Valvular Heart Disease (2)
Echocardiogram (1)
Chest Pain (1)

3 endorsements

Dr Steadman is very experienced in all areas of cardiology, but has particular expertise in imaging. Chris is also very active in research and leadership roles, having been Clinical Director for Medical Specialties at University Hospitals Dorset. He is a meticulous physician who is always patient-centred.

08 Feb 2024
Endorsed for
Electrophysiology
Congenital Heart Disease

Professor Amitava Banerjee

Cardiology
We trained together

Dr Steadman is an excellent doctor who is approachable, understanding and thoughtful. He has a Phd specializing in heart valve disease, so is at the front of his field. I highly recommend him to you.

23 Jun 2021
Endorsed for
Valvular Heart Disease
Cardiology
Transoesophageal Echocardiogram
+ 2 more

Professor Richard Steeds

Cardiology
I trained them

Dr Steadman is a fantastic clinician and an international expert in cardiac imaging.

23 Jun 2021
Endorsed for
Valvular Heart Disease
Cardiology
CT Coronary Angiogram
+ 4 more

Dr Shouvik Haldar

Cardiology
Is a colleague

FAQ

What are Dr Chris Steadman's reviews like?

Dr Chris Steadman's overall patient rating is 4.99 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 118 reviews

What languages does Dr Chris Steadman speak?

Dr Chris Steadman speaks English

Where is Dr Chris Steadman located?

Dr Chris Steadman primarily practices at Nuffield Health Bournemouth Hospital, located at 67 Lansdowne Road Bournemouth, Bournemouth, United Kingdom, BH11RW
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What are Dr Chris Steadman working hours?

Dr Chris Steadman is working Monday (08:00 - 12:30), Wednesday (17:00 - 20:00)

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