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Dr Idris Harding

MBBS, BSc, PhD, AICSM, MRCP, FHEA

Cardiologist

Live bookings available

21 years of experience

London, SE1 2PR

(+6 more)

85 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Dr Stephan Brincat, Dr Aimée Brame and 9 other professionals

4.97

/5

(365 reviews)

Live bookings available

21 years of experience

London, SE1 2PR

(+6 more)

85 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Dr Stephan Brincat, Dr Aimée Brame and 9 other professionals

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Atrial Fibrillation
121
2
Arrhythmia (Irregular Heartbeat)
83
4
Palpitations
73
1

Contact

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About Dr Idris Harding

Find more info at - https://www.kentlondoncardio.com

Dr Idris Harding is an experienced Consultant Cardiac Electrophysiologist and General Cardiologist with a subspecialty in heart rhythm abnormalities. He sees private patients at the following locations:

  • ONE Ashford Hospital - Ashford, Kent TN24 0YS
  • Spencer Private Hospital - Ashford, Kent TN24 0LZ
  • KIMS Hospital - Bearsted, Maidstone, Kent ME14 5FT
  • London Bridge Hospital, London SE1 2PR
  • Kings College Hospital (Guthrie Private Patients Unit)
    London SE5 9RS

Dr Harding completed his medical degree at Imperial College School of Medicine in 2004 . He was awarded his PhD from University College London for his research work on heart attacks in patients with diabetes and use of SGLT and GLP drugs (such as Wegovy and Mounjaro) as cardiac treatments.

He completed his specialist training in cardiac rhythm management on the London training rotation, training at St George's, King's College and St Thomas' Hospitals. During this time he worked alongside internationally renowned experts in the field of cardiac electrophysiology. He later undertook fellowships in arrhythmia ablation at King's College Hospital in London and Queen Elizabeth Medical Centre in Birmingham.

From his training he gained specialist expertise and interests in heart rhythm disorders, including: supraventricular tachycardia (SVT), atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter and ventricular tachycardia as well as symptoms such as dizziness, syncope and palpitations. He offers all forms of arrhythmia management, including ablation, pacemaker implantation and defibrillators. He has particular interests in the holistic management of these conditions, including upstream therapies and lifestyle modification.


Subspecialties

  • Preventative Cardiology
  • Heart Failure
  • Electrophysiology

Areas of expertise

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Reviews
(714)
Skill Endorsements
(26)

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Atrial Fibrillation
121
2
Arrhythmia (Irregular Heartbeat)
83
4
Palpitations
73
1
Breathlessness
58
Chest Pain
55
2
Dizziness
38
1
Echocardiogram
33
Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)
28
High Blood Pressure
23
Atrial Flutter
16
Fainting (Syncope)
15
Cardiac Ablation
14
1
ECG (Electrocardiogram)
9
5
Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS)
13
Health Assessments
11
ECG Holter Monitor
11
Cardiac Screening
10
Irregular Heart Beat
9
Pacemaker Surgery
6
2
Bradycardia
7
Supraventricular Tachycardia (SVT)
7
Angina
6
Heart Failure
6
Autonomic Disorders
6
Tachycardia
4
1
Transthoracic Echocardiogram (TTE)
5
Cardiovascular Disease
4
Heart Valve Problems
4
Heart Scan
3
1
Heart & Lung Health Assessments
4
Coronary Artery Disease
3
Low Blood Pressure
3
24 Hour Blood Pressure Monitor
3
Loss of Consciousness
2
High Cholesterol
2
Catheter Ablation
2
Heart Attack
2
Cardiac Resynchronisation Therapy (CRT)
2
Heart Blocks
2
Ventricular Fibrillation
1
Referral Letter
1
Exercise Stress Test
1
Unstable Angina
1
Inherited Cardiac Conditions
1
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
1
Heart Murmurs
1
Echocardiogram (Cardiac Ultrasound)
1
Heart Muscle Disease
1
Dysautonomia
1
Cardioversion
1
Tiredness (Fatigue)
1
Oedema
1
Implantable Loop Recorder (ILR)
1
Anxiety
1
Sleep Disturbance
1
Cardiovascular Disease Prevention
1
Cardiovascular Genetics
Cardiometabolic Disease
Congestive Heart Failure
Cardiomyopathy
Autonomic Mediated Syncope
Pericarditis
Cardiac Arrest
Cardiovascular Syncope
DVLA Assessments
Cardio-Pulmonary Exercise Testing
Non-Invasive Heart Imaging
Takotsubo Syndrome
Exercise Testing
Pulmonary Hypertension
Cardiac Generator Replacement
Valvular Heart Disease
Dyslipidaemia
Video Consultation
Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillator (ICD)
Neurocardiogenic Syncope (Vasovagal)
Long QT Syndrome
Cardiac Re-synchronisation Therapy
Cardiac Pacing
Pulsed Field Ablation

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 6105393


Education

University of London

Medicine

Graduated 2004


Qualifications

BSc - Imperial College London, UK in 2002

MBBS - Imperial College London, UK in 2004

MRCP - Royal College of Physicians, UK in 2006

FHEA - Higher Education Academy, UK in 2011

PGCHBE - St George's, University of London, UK in 2011

PhD - University College London, UK in 2018


Languages spoken

  • English

Insurers

  • WPA
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • Bupa
  • Cigna
  • Aviva Health
  • Vitality
  • AXA Health
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • Aetna
  • Healix Health Services

Fees

  • New appointment

    £285
  • Follow-up appointment

    £220
*May vary on location

Locations

HCA Healthcare UK London Bridge Hospital

27 Tooley Street, London, United Kingdom, SE1 2PR

4.82(5249 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
08:00 - 11:00
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
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Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
08:00 - 11:00
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
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Spencer Private Hospital Margate

Ramsgate Road, Margate, United Kingdom, CT9 4BG

4.82(4223 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Spencer Private Hospital Ashford

Spencer Private Hospitals Consulting Suite, Arunde, Ashford, United Kingdom, TN24 0LZ

4.83(1433 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
17:00 - 20:00
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

One Ashford Hospital

Kennington Road Willesborough, Ashford, United Kingdom, TN24 0YS

4.87(4002 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
17:00 - 20:00
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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King's Private - The Guthrie Wing

The Guthrie Wing, King's College Hospital, Denmark Hill, London, United Kingdom, SE5 9RS

0.00(0 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
17:00 - 20:00
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

KIMS Hospital

Newnham Ct Way, Weavering, Kent, United Kingdom, ME14 5FT

4.89(1585 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
08:00 - 15:00
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Free Parking
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Spencer Private Hospital Canterbury

Kent & Canterbury Hospital. Ethelbert Road, Kent, United Kingdom, CT1 3NG

4.68(1494 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
View practice profile

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Atrial Fibrillation
121
2
Arrhythmia (Irregular Heartbeat)
83
4
Palpitations
73
1

Contact

Book online

Reviews

AI Review Summary

This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews

Dr Idris Harding listens to patients and offers clear, professional, and reassuring explanations for conditions and procedures. He is thorough in consultations, detailing tests and treatments like managing Atrial Fibrillation or performing cardiac ablations. Patients value his knowledge and find his direct explanations, often with drawings, very helpful. Many arrive with concerns regarding Atrial Fibrillation, arrhythmia, palpitations, breathlessness, and chest pain.

5
verified patient
06 Jun 2026

Very thorough discussion

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
06 Jun 2026

Explained things in an easy to understand manner. Very polite and engaging.

4.67
verified patient
05 Jun 2026

Doctor was clear on treatment + diagnostic plan. Very patient and curious.

5
verified patient
04 Jun 2026

Visit appointment was prompt and well managed

5
verified patient
04 Jun 2026

Already completed a survey

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
04 Jun 2026

Clearly explained the potential problems with my heart and gave advice on existing emdication

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
03 Jun 2026

It was good

5
verified patient
28 May 2026

I saw Dr Harding for test results and he explained them to me clearly and answered all of the questions That I had. He advised me of the next steps that needed to be taken.

5
verified patient
26 May 2026

I couldn’t fault the experience . Dr Harding answered all my questions explained clearly what was required for ongoing assessment.

5
verified patient
22 May 2026

Excellent consultation with Dr Idris Harding. Professional, knowledgeable, and reassuring throughout, with a clear patient centred approach. Took time to explain everything thoroughly and made me feel at ease. Highly recommended.

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Skill Endorsements

I have known Idris from my training days. He was always patient-oriented and his patient feedback is a testament of his work ethic. I would highly recommend.

25 Feb 2026
Endorsed for
Transthoracic Echocardiogram (TTE)
ECG (Electrocardiogram)

Dr Stephan Brincat

Dr Stephan Brincat

Nephrologist
Is a colleague

01 Oct 2025
Endorsed for
Shoulder & Elbow Surgery
Tachycardia

Dr Aimée Brame

Dr Aimée Brame

General (Internal) Medicine
Is a colleague

I have known Dr Harding for 4 years as a colleague. Idris is a well respected cardiologist with a wealth of knowledge and a reputation for providing great service to his patients

30 Jul 2025
Endorsed for
ECG (Electrocardiogram)
Transthoracic Echocardiogram (TTE)

Dr. Syed Hassan

Dr. Syed Hassan

Respiratory Doctor
Is a colleague

20 Jul 2025
Endorsed for
Transthoracic Echocardiogram (TTE)
ECG (Electrocardiogram)

Dr Peter Kabunga

Dr Peter Kabunga

Cardiologist
We trained together

FAQ

What are Dr Idris Harding's reviews like?

Dr Idris Harding's overall patient rating is 4.97 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 365 reviews.

What languages does Dr Idris Harding speak?

Dr Idris Harding speaks English

Where is Dr Idris Harding located?

Dr Idris Harding primarily practices at HCA Healthcare UK London Bridge Hospital, located at 27 Tooley Street, London, United Kingdom, SE1 2PR
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What are Dr Idris Harding working hours?

Dr Idris Harding is working Tuesday (17:00 - 20:00), Wednesday (17:00 - 20:00), Thursday (17:00 - 20:00), Friday (08:00 - 11:00, 08:00 - 15:00)

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