Dr. Joao Martins
MD PhD MRCP
Live bookings available
19 years of experience
Brighton, BN2 6DX
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21 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Professor John Silberbauer, Dr Alexander Liu and 3 other professionals
Live bookings available
19 years of experience
Brighton, BN2 6DX
(+2 more)
21 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Professor John Silberbauer, Dr Alexander Liu and 3 other professionals
Areas of expertise
Contact
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About Dr. Joao Martins
Dr. Joao Martins is a Consultant Cardiologist with extensive experience. He provides comprehensive, evidence-based care across all aspects of general cardiology — including chest pain, palpitations, breathlessness, high blood pressure, heart failure, high cholesterol and cardiovascular risk management — with a particular focus on complex valvular and coronary disease treated through minimally invasive, state-of-the-art interventions.
His specialist expertise includes TAVI (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation), mitral and tricuspid edge-to-edge repair (TEER), transcatheter tricuspid valve therapies, PFO/ASD closure, and complex coronary intervention.
Dr. Martins graduated with honours in Medicine from Porto University before completing doctoral research at Harvard Medical School and Brigham & Women’s Hospital (Boston, USA). He then undertook postgraduate training in Cardiology and Interventional Cardiology in London, completing advanced fellowships at King’s College Hospital, St George’s Hospital, and Oxford University Hospitals.
He currently practises as a Consultant Cardiologist in Structural and Coronary Intervention at University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust, based at the Royal Sussex County Hospital (Brighton), where he delivers specialist care across the full spectrum of cardiovascular disease.
Dr. Martins has a strong academic and research background, with multiple publications in high-impact journals and presentations at international scientific conferences. His work focuses on improving outcomes for patients with advanced cardiac conditions through the development and implementation of minimally invasive, catheter-based interventions.
Subspecialties
- Preventative Cardiology
- Interventional Cardiology
Areas of expertise
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Registered with
British Cardiovascular Intervention Society (BCIS)
No. 6272
General Medical Council
No. 7300219
Education
Universidade do Porto
Medicine
Graduated 2007
Harvard University
Cardiovascular Medicine
Graduated 2011
Qualifications
MD Porto University 2007
Resarch Fellow, Brigham and Women's Hospital/Harvard Medical School 2008-2012
PhD Cardiovascular Sciences, Porto University/Harvard Medical School 2011
Member of the Royal College of Physicians (London) 2016
Accredittation in Adult Transthoracic Echocardiology - British Society of Echocardiography 2019
Publications
Read publications and papers written by this specialist.
01 / 02 / 2026
Impact of Inflow Gradients on Mortality and Heart Failure Hospitalizations Following Transcatheter Tricuspid Valve Edge-to-Edge Repair: Insights from the PASTE Registry
Published in JACC Cardiovasc Imaging
18 / 12 / 2025
Percutaneous transaxillary arterial access for closure of post-infarction ventricular septal defect
Published in Cardiovascular Revascularization Medicine
30 / 11 / 2025
Transradial Secondary Access Transcaval Transcatheter Aortic Valve Intervention: A Single-Center Experience
Published in Catheterization and Cardiovascular Interventions
05 / 03 / 2025
Transcatheter Repair of Acute Torrential Tricuspid Regurgitation Presenting as Platypnea-Orthodeoxia Syndrome
Published in Journal of the American College of Cardiology: Case Reports
Languages spoken
- English
- Portuguese
- Spanish
Insurers
- Aviva Health
- AXA Health
- Bupa
- WPA
- Vitality
- Allianz Worldwide Care
- Bupa Fee Assured
Fees
New appointment
£200Follow-up appointment
£150
Locations
Nuffield Health Brighton Hospital
Warren Road, Brighton, United Kingdom, BN2 6DX
Opening hours
Facilities
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Facilities
The National Heart Clinic
69 Harley Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 8QX
Royal Sussex County Hospital
Eastern Rd, Kemptown, Brighton, United Kingdom, BN2 5BE
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Reviews
AI Review Summary
This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews
Dr. Joao Martins maintains a professional and reassuring approach with patients, giving clear explanations. He performs complex procedures such as Patent Foramen Ovale closure and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation. Patients experience a smooth journey from diagnosis to recovery, supported by his first-class team. Dr. Martins has expertise in Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation and Angioplasty procedures.
Best consultation ever, Dr Martins explained everything so well and gave me the confidence for a brighter future! Highly recommended to all patients suffering with same symptoms and condition
My recent visit was a follow-up to a cardiogram. Dr Martins has a great sense of empathy and understanding his patients needs and expectations and clear drives for the best long term outcomes. It great to be in the hands of of someone that does not stop when it’s ‘ok’ and still looks to how solutions can be better not just today but for a longer time horizon.
Hi this this doctor had excellent patient skills spoke very clearly and put my mind at rest Yeah very very good excellent Thank you
Had an Angiogram in right am- no good, reverted to left arm and completed procedure. I was very nervous. Dr. Martins and his staff totally reassured me and gave me confidence in what they were doing to help me. Would recommend all the staff that I was privileged to meet on the Cardiac ward for their kindness and patience.
A very thorough appointment which covered my current situation and what to expect over the next three or four years. A very good manner and excellent at answering various questions I had. Overall a very good appointment.
Very good visit and explained in detail what the next steps would be
Really took time to explain everything and options available. Highly recommend
I recently saw Dr Martins following an episode of atrial fibrillation diagnosed in A&E. On seeing him, he explained things thoroughly to me & organised relevant tests. I had lots of questions both at the initial consultation and the follow up and he couldn’t have been more patient and willing to answer my queries. Following the AF episode occurring, I had felt frightened and shocked at it happening. However following seeing Dr Martins I feel informed and confident in the pathway forwards. I no longer feel scared & to be honest I can’t recommend him highly enough.
Skill Endorsements
Dr Martins is a great colleague and an expert in interventional procedures for coronary and structural heart disease.
04 Jul 2026
Professor John Silberbauer
CardiologistDr Martins is an exceptional cardiologist who provides expert care for his patients in interventional cardiology, coronary artery interventions and cardiovascular diseases management
22 Jun 2026
Dr Alexander Liu
CardiologistExcellent cardiologist.
20 Jun 2026
Dr Mark Philip Cassar
CardiologistDr Martins is an excellent Cardiologist whose bedside manner and professional capabilities are exemplary
20 Jun 2026
Dr. Baldeep Sidhu
CardiologistFind out more on the Doctify Health hub for Dr. Joao Martins's specialty, Cardiology.
FAQ
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Dr. Joao Martins's overall patient rating is 4.93 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 41 reviews.
What languages does Dr. Joao Martins speak?
Dr. Joao Martins speaks English, Portuguese and Spanish
Where is Dr. Joao Martins located?
Dr. Joao Martins primarily practices at Nuffield Health Brighton Hospital, located at Warren Road, Brighton, United Kingdom, BN2 6DX
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Dr. Joao Martins is working Wednesday (18:00 - 20:00), Saturday (08:00 - 13:00)
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