Dr Mark Turner
Cardiologist
Bristol, BS6 6UT
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33 years of experience
Verified profile
33 years of experience
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About
Dr Mark Turner is a consultant cardiologist at Spire Hospital Bristol and Bristol Heart Institute. He specialises in general cardiology and interventional cardiology.
His areas of interest are as follows:
Valve intervention;
- TAVI; Mitralclip;
- Adult congenital heart disease;
- Congenital intervention;
- Heart failure;
- Interventional cardiology;
- heart valve disease;
- PFO closure;
- hypertension;
- diving medicine
Dr Turner specialises in keyhole surgery for holes in the heart and valve disease. He has expertise in TAVI, Mitraclip, paravalvar leak closures as well as all aspects of congenital heart disease intervention, including PFO and ASD closure.
A particular specialty of Dr Turner's is diving cardiology, and he is the chairman of the UK diving medical community. He was previously a diving medicine doctor at the Institute of Naval Medicine and the Submarine Escape training tank.
Dr Turner has been a consultant since 2005 and gained his medical qualification from Bristol University. Between 1988 and 1998, he was a Royal Navy Medical Officer followed by a Surgeon Lieutenant Commander. He undertook cardiology training in Plymouth, Cardiff, Great Ormond Street Hospital and UCLH Hospitals.
Additionally, Dr Turned worked with pioneers of percutaneous valve treatments and is now a trainer of this technique in centres both in the UK and abroad. He has also undertaken extensive research into pacing therapy, particularly in relation to heart failure.
Areas of expertise
Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals
- Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO) Closure (41%)
- Echocardiogram (16%)
- Transoesophageal Echocardiogram (8%)
- Atrial Septal Defects (ASD) (6%)
- ECG (Electrocardiogram) (6%)
- Others (22%)
All conditions and treatments
- Atrial Septal Defects (ASD)
- Adult Congenital Heart Disease
- Heart Failure
- Valvular Heart Disease
- Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO) Closure
- Transoesophageal Echocardiogram
- ECG (Electrocardiogram)
- Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI)
Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 3453340
Qualifications
MB ChB 1990 University of Bristol
languages spoken
- English
Location
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Redland Hill Durdham Down, Bristol, United Kingdom, BS6 6UT
Redland Hill Durdham Down, Bristol, United Kingdom, BS6 6UT
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Terrell St, Bristol, United Kingdom, BS2 8ED
Terrell St, Bristol, United Kingdom, BS2 8ED
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*Star rating based on patient reviews
29 reviews
5
Thorough, good explanations of what happening and what can be taken from tests.
5
He put me at ease very quickly and spoke in laymen’s terms which made it easier for me to understand the path forward. He patiently answered all my questions. I felt that I was in safe, reliable, caring and professional hands and that he had my best interest and the best outcome for me at heart.
5
The investigation was very thorough. Dr Turner was very knowledgeable with food explanation of my problems
5
Dr Turner was extremely attentive and very interested in listening to my concerns and questions I completely understood the investigative work he carried out today as well as the diagnosis and treatment recommended
5
I cannot speak highly enough of Dr Mark Turner. He has been a pleasure to work with throughout my treatment with him.
5
My 21yr old son (a keen & ambitious scuba diver, limited by his pfo, discovered in his teens) was treated by Dr Turner for his pfo repair. At every visit we were treated with respect and the necessary humour to put us at ease. Dr Turner was brilliant, he answered all our questions, explaining everything patiently and clearly, using language we understood. I would recommend Dr Turner to anyone looking to undertake a pfo repair. Dr Turner came to see my son personally before and after his surgery and spent ages showing us the 3D scans and videos of his procedure. As an anxious parent I felt reassured by Dr Turner’s clear and honest explanations about the whole process. We felt very involved and safe in every step of the process. We now eagerly await the sign off that my son will be able to pursue his scuba ambitions and thank Dr Turner and his team for the care they gave us.
5
Dr Mark Turner performed my PFO closure in October. It all began when I needed a bubble contrast echocardiogram to confirm the presence of the PFO for diving. I spoke to several local doctors and they all recommended Dr Turner, he is clearly known as being the best at what he does. His bedside manner was brilliant and was understanding of my needle phobia. The process was smooth and comfortable and I wasn’t afraid at any point. His knowledge of the topic in association with Scuba was excellent and assisted with a well written letter of recommendation to have it closed. After it was accepted I booked the surgery. He showed up pre-op and post-op and explained everything and answered all my questions. It must be said as well that his secretary is excellent, she is so quick to reply and always gave me care and attention with anything I needed. I would definitely recommend, an all round great experience in and out the hospital.
5
Dr Turner was friendly, efficient and came across as expert and authoritative. His advice and treatment were considered and helpful.
5
Dr Mark Turner took his time explaining everything to me pre and post surgery. He fully answered any questions and took time to inform me of everything I needed to know. Following a couple of weeks from the surgery, I had some questions, he spoke with me on the phone, explained everything and reassured me. I’m so grateful for the surgery and would highly recommend Dr Turner.
5
Dr Turner spent a goodly amount of time explaining the procedure and answered my myriad of questions patiently. The procedure went very well.
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Dr Mark Turner's overall patient rating is 5 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 29 reviews
What languages does Dr Mark Turner speak?
Dr Mark Turner speaks English
Where is Dr Mark Turner located?
Dr Mark Turner primarily practices at Spire Bristol Hospital, located at Redland Hill Durdham Down, Bristol, United Kingdom, BS6 6UT
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