Dr Jonathan Behar
MBBS BSc (Hons) MRCP PhD CCDS CEPSA FEHRA
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20 years of experience
Bushey, WD23 1RD
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254 connections in healthcare
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by Dr Paul Kirk, Professor Francisco Leyva-Leon and 38 other professionals
Live bookings available
20 years of experience
Bushey, WD23 1RD
(+3 more)
254 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Dr Paul Kirk, Professor Francisco Leyva-Leon and 38 other professionals
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About Dr Jonathan Behar
Dr Jonathan Behar is a Consultant Cardiologist with a specialist interest in managing patients with heart rhythm disturbances. His is based at Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust where he is also a Senior Clinical Lecturer within the Department of Imaging Sciences, Kings College London.
He graduated with honours from the Royal Free and University College Medical School before specialising in general medicine and cardiology in north London. He trained in cardiac rhythm management at the Barts Heart Centre and was a Locum Consultant at the Royal Brompton and Harefield Hospitals before taking up his current position.
He performed pioneering research collaborating with engineers, industry and clinical teams which led to the co-invention an image guidance platform that integrates MRI and X-rays in real-time for personalising the care of patients undergoing cardiac procedures. This work was nominated for a European Innovation Award in 2017.
Dr Behar has a passion for addressing unmet clinical needs through translational and innovative solutions. He was an NHS England Clinical Entrepreneur Fellow and recently led a team which digitised pre-operative consent for patients undergoing cardiac procedures. This work won the Royal College of Physicians Digital Award for Excellence in Patient Care 2021.
Dr Behar sees patients with a whole range of cardiac complaints including palpitations, dizziness, fainting, chest pain and breathlessness. He also manages patients with high blood pressure and high cholesterol. He performs catheter ablations for a range of arrhythmias with a particular interest in new technologies for the treatment of atrial fibrillation. He is highly experienced in the implantation of cardiac devices (pacemakers, defibrillators and cardiac resynchronisation therapy) including the latest, miniaturised leadless pacemakers.
Subspecialties
- Electrophysiology
- Heart Muscle Disease/Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Failure
- Preventative Cardiology
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Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 6149085
Education
University of London
Medicine
Graduated 2006
Qualifications
- BSc (Hons) Anatomical Science, Developmental Biology, Neuroscience, Royal Free and University College Medical School - 2003
- MBBS (Hons) Royal Free and University College Medical School - 2006
- MRCP, Internal/General Medicine, Royal College of Physicians - 2009
- Cardiovascular Medicine, European Society of Cardiology - 2013
- Designing Clinical Research, University of California - 2014
- Level 2 Accreditation, Society of Cardiac Computed Tomography - 2015
- Transthoracic Echocardiography Accreditation, British Society of Echocardiography - 2015
- PhD Imaging Sciences and Biomedical Engineering, King's College London - 2016
- Level 3 Accreditation Cardiac MRI, Society of Cardiac Magnetic Resonance - 2016
- Certified Cardiac Device Specialist, International Board of Heart Rhythm Examiners - 2016
- Certification in Cardiac Electrophysiology, International Board of Heart Rhythm Examiners - 2018
- FEHRA, European Society of Cardiology/European Heart Rhythm Association - 2018
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Languages spoken
- English
Insurers
- Bupa Fee Assured
- The PHC
- National Friendly
- General and Medical
- Simply Health (Dental)
- Saga Health Insurance
- The Exeter
- Bupa
- Cigna
- Aetna
- Benenden Health
- Freedom Health Insurance
- Allianz Worldwide Care
- WPA
- Healix Health Services
- AXA Health
- Vitality
- Aviva Health
Fees
New appointment
£325Follow-up appointment
£250
Locations
Spire Bushey Hospital
Heathbourne Road, Bushey, United Kingdom, WD23 1RD
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HCA Healthcare UK London Bridge Hospital
27 Tooley Street, London, United Kingdom, SE1 2PR
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King Edward VII's Hospital
5-10 Beaumont St, London, United Kingdom, W1G 6AA
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One Heart Clinic Harley Street
68 Harley Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 7HE
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Reviews
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Dr Jonathan Behar presents as professional, caring, friendly, reassuring, and clear in his interactions with patients. He is praised for his thorough approach and careful listening, explaining complex medical information in plain terms. This helps patients feel at ease and confident in their care plans. Dr Behar provides effective treatment for serious conditions such as Atrial Fibrillation, including procedures like ablation, leading to improved quality of life. Dr Behar's practice commonly involves conditions such as irregular heartbeat, high blood pressure, and palpitations, supported by thorough ECG diagnostics.
Had a pacemaker put in and it went very well and smoothly and was looked after very well by DR Behar
Dr Behar did a full cardiological review following a very low heart rate and arrythmia diagnosed during a pre-op for a minor surgery which was unable to progress. Dr Behar's initial check indicated no major concerns but to ensure nothing was missed and there were no underlying concerns a full assessment was performed. Dr Behar kept me informed throughout and provided me with a full and detailed explanation of all the results in writing and in person and answered all remaining questions I had. Excellent professional and personal care throughout and highly recommended.
I was very impressed and grateful for the calm efficiency from the moment I stepped into the Hospital. It was so very reassuring. I am 90 years and have bad arthritis, and was given a wheel chair immediately I arrived. I was taken to a quiet, calm efficient person who took my details. Then given a cup of coffee. Dr Behar saw me On Time and gave me 35 minutes of unhurried Medical information and advice. Fortunately it was all Good News ! My Blood Pressure has come down, and my heart does not need a pacemaker ! I am so impressed and grateful to Dr Behar and the Hospital. Mega Thanks !
Dr Behar was very professional and thorough in his examinations and arranged all the necessary tests quickly and efficiently to further investigate my condition.
Confident assessment and taking the necessary steps in order.
Helpful, everything explained clearly with a good action plan
The nurses and doctors were very attentive and looked after me really well.
It was great meeting you Jonathan thankyou foe explaining everything clearly. I trust that you will help me live my best life.
Seeing Dr Behar was a far more pleasant experience than it could have been. I was quite anxious when I saw the doctor but he put my mind at rest, he was warm and sympathetic and I would be very happy to recommend him to anyone who needs the services of a Cardiologist.
Skill Endorsements
Dr Paul Kirk
CardiologistDr Behar is an excellent cardiologist. He is very experienced in general cardiology and is a leading cardiologist in the treatment of patients with arrhythmias and heart failure.
11 Jan 2026
Professor Francisco Leyva-Leon
CardiologistI've worked closely with Jonathan for some years and he has helped many of my patients who have had issues with their pacemaker or defibrillator requiring extraction. Excellent colleague, who demonstrates his care for patients.
08 Jan 2026
Dr Shaumik Adhya
CardiologistJonathan Behar is an excellent cardiologist as well as a well respected academic.
04 Jan 2026
Dr Jonathan Katz
Diabetes & Endocrinology Specialist
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Dr Jonathan Behar
Hi my name is Dr Jonathan Behar and I am a Consultant Cardiologist. Here is a short video about my practice.
12 July 2023
EHRA 2019: CRT Late-Breaking Trials - Jonathan Behar & Afzal Sohaib
Dr Jonathan M Behar - Barts Heart Centre, London, UK and Dr Afzal Sohaib - Barts Health NHS Trust, London, UK - discussing - EHRA 2019: CRT late-breaking tri...
12 July 2023
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EHRA 2019: Radi-CRT Study - Jonathan Behar, Manav Sohal & Aldo Rinaldi
Dr Jonathan Behar, Barts Heart Centre, London, UK and Dr Manav Sohal, New Victoria Hospital, Kingston-upon-Thames, UK and Prof Christopher Aldo Rinaldi, Guy...
12 July 2023
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EHRA 2019: RAISE CRT Trial - Jonathan Behar & Michael Glikson
Dr Jonathan M Behar, Barts Heart Centre, London, UK and Prof Michael Glikson, Shaare Zedek Medical Center, Jerusalem, IS discusses Speckle tracking radial st...
12 July 2023
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Leadless pacing: Therapy, Challenges and Novelties
Watch on Arrhythmia Academy: https://arrhythmiaacademy.com/education/leadless-pacing-therapy-challenges-and-novelties/In this episode of Arrhythmia Academy's...
12 July 2023
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Dr Jonathan Behar primarily practices at Spire Bushey Hospital, located at Heathbourne Road, Bushey, United Kingdom, WD23 1RD
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