Dr David Lindsay
Cardiologist
Longford, Gloucester, GL2 9EE
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40 years of experience
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40 years of experience
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About
Dr David Lindsay has 26 years experience as consultant cardiologist and has had a broad training in most aspects of clinical cardiology.
His NHS practice is at Gloucestershire Royal, Cheltenham Generalt, Stroud and Tetbury hospitals. He was appointed in 1994 as the first modern cardiologist in West Gloucestershire and is the senior cardiologist for a first-rate cardiology service serving a county population of around 650,000. Dr Lindsay also holds private consultations at Ramsay Winfield Hospital, Tetbury Hospital, and Nuffield Health Cheltenham Hospital.
Dr Lindsay's MD thesis studied various aspects of heart failure and is a keen proponent of clinical trial data. He has particular interests in the primary/secondary prevention (risk factor management) and treatment of coronary heart disease, valvular and adult congenital heart disease, 'funny turns' and palpitations. He has a particular experience in medicine related to scuba diving and the management of 'holes in the heart'.
Dr Lindsay offers the following investigations/treatments:
- Cardiac pacemaker insertion
- Coronary angiography
- Implantable loor recorder (ILR) insertion
- Echocardiography
- ECG recording & interpretation: including resting, ambulatory ECGs and exercise
- DC-cardioversion for atrial fibrillation
Dr Lindsay qualified in 1983 from Cambridge, then Oxford University and undertook his cardiology training at the National Heart and Royal Brompton Hospitals, London. He currently runs the local joint Adult Congenital Heart Disease (ACHD) clinic and has had involvement on local and national committees establishing guidelines for the management of hyperlipidemia, angina, and heart failure.
In his free time, Dr Lindsay has travelled extensively and enjoys SCUBA diving, hill walking and all things outdoors. He is also an avid supporter of the Gloucester Rugby team.
Areas of expertise
Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals
- Breathlessness (20%)
- Atrial Fibrillation (16%)
- Dizziness (16%)
- Arrhythmia (Irregular Heartbeat) (12%)
- Palpitations (8%)
- Others (28%)
Subspecialties
- Congenital Heart Disease
- Heart Failure
- Heart Muscle Disease/Cardiomyopathy
- Preventative Cardiology
All conditions and treatments
- Breathlessness
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Dizziness
- Arrhythmia (Irregular Heartbeat)
- Palpitations
- Chest Pain
- Adult Congenital Heart Disease
- Angina
- Dyslipidaemia
- Heart Attack
- ECG (Electrocardiogram)
- 24 Hour Blood Pressure Monitor
- Bubble Contrast Echocardiography
- CT Coronary Angiogram
- Calcium Coronary Score
- Cardiac Generator Replacement
- Cardiac Rehabilitation
- Cardiac Shock Wave Therapy (CSWT)
- Cardioversion
- ECG Holter Monitor
Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 2837389
Qualifications
BM BCh - Oxford University - 1983
MA - Cambridge University - 1981
MD - Cambridge - 1996
FRCP (London) - 1998
languages spoken
- English
consultation fees
- New appointment: £250
- Follow-up appointment: £150
insurers
- General Medical
- Groupama
- Simply Health
- Healix
- Saga Insurance
- Allianz Worldwide Care
- Bupa
- CS Healthcare
- WPA
- Legal & General
- The Exeter
- Cigna
- Norwich Union
- Aviva Health
- Vitality Health
- AXA PPP Healthcare
- Benenden
Location
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Tewkesbury Road,, Longford, Gloucester, United Kingdom, GL2 9EE
Tewkesbury Road,, Longford, Gloucester, United Kingdom, GL2 9EE
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*Star rating based on patient reviews
26 reviews
5
Felt fully able to explain my situation , and following a thorough examination , Dr. Lindsey gave me a fully understood explanation of his findings . The follow up Test to be carried out was clearly explained , and for why . My Appointment was made by GRH early the next morning .
5
Welcoming, put me at ease, answered problems satisfactory that had occurred since my last consultation. Overall a very positive experience.
5
I have found him very easy to talk to, understanding and encouraging. Always leave feeling better and more upbeat..
4.5
Extremely thorough. Looks at conditions with a wide view and involves consultants in his own and other disciplines while reaching decisions on treatment
5
Dr Lindsay was very welcoming and made us feel very relaxed during the appointment. He explained everything and was extremely thorough.
5
Caring and professional
5
Kind, courteous and happy to answer questions. I felt I had plenty of time and did not feel rushed. Very thorough and encouraging.
5
I have been a patient of Dr Lindsay for over 20 years. He is my experience the most kind and diligent consultant I have ever met.
4.5
Knowledgeable and helpful without be patronising
5
Very friendly, approachable and understanding with clear next steps. Thank you
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Dr David Lindsay's overall patient rating is 4.92 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 26 reviews
What languages does Dr David Lindsay speak?
Dr David Lindsay speaks English
Where is Dr David Lindsay located?
Dr David Lindsay primarily practices at Winfield Hospital, located at Tewkesbury Road,, Longford, Gloucester, United Kingdom, GL2 9EE
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What are Dr David Lindsay working hours?
Dr David Lindsay is working Monday (14:00 - 18:30), Thursday (14:00 - 20:00)
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