Dr Paul Smith
Cardiologist
Bingley, BD16 1TW
Verified profile
27 years of experience
Verified profile
27 years of experience
Patient Trust Score
239 recommendations for:
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20 Dec 2023
Dr Smith is an outstanding cardiologist who is highly regarded by peers and trainees alike. As...
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About
Dr Paul Smith is a consultant cardiologist based at the Yorkshire Clinic in Bingley. He specialises in complex device therapy as well as all aspects of general cardiology including heart failure, heart rhythm disturbance, and pacemaker implantation. Dr Smith has vast experience in treating all aspects of adult heart disease and is able to provide patients with a comprehensive assessment of symptoms such as palpitations, chest pain, breathlessness, dizziness, and blackouts. He has particular expertise in the assessment of syncope (blackouts) including those that occur as a result of low blood pressure or autonomic disturbance, and he currently leads the Bradford Syncope Sevice.
In addition to his private practice, Dr Smith is also Clincal Lead for Cardiology at Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and is an Associate Medical Director focusing on clinical effectiveness and patient safety.
After graduating from Leeds University in 1996, Dr Smith continued his cardiology training across West Yorkshire and was able to obtain a three-year fellowship with the British Heart Foundation. Following this, he was awarded a PhD for his research on the role of the autonomic nervous system in cardiovascular disease. Dr Smith then went on to complete a clinical fellowship at the Mount Sinai Hospital in Toronto, Canada, where he received extensive training in advanced heart failure, focusing particularly on complex device therapy including resynchronisation therapy and the use of implantable defibrillators.
Dr Smith lives in Ilkley with his wife and 3 children. He enjoys the outdoors and spends most weekends playing golf and coaching the local junior football team.
Areas of expertise
Based on patient reviews & endorsements by other professionals
- Atrial Fibrillation (13%)
- Arrhythmia (Irregular Heartbeat) (11%)
- ECG (Electrocardiogram) (8%)
- Pacemaker Surgery (7%)
- Breathlessness (6%)
- Others (55%)
Subspecialties
- Heart Failure
- Electrophysiology
- Heart Muscle Disease/Cardiomyopathy
All conditions and treatments
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia (Irregular Heartbeat)
- Breathlessness
- Chest Pain
- Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)
- High Blood Pressure
- Cardiovascular Disease
- Heart Valve Problems
- Atrial Flutter
- Coronary Artery Disease
- ECG (Electrocardiogram)
- Pacemaker Surgery
- Echocardiogram
- CT Coronary Angiogram
- 24 Hour Blood Pressure Monitor
- Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillator (ICD)
- Heart Scan
- Cardiac Pacing
- Cardioversion
- Calcium Coronary Score
Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 4306308
Qualifications
- MBChB, University of Leeds - 1996
- MRCP, Royal College of Physicians - 1999
- PhD, University of Leeds - 2003
- FRCP, Royal College of Physicians - 2011
Memberships:
- British Heart Rhythm Society
- British Medical Association
- Royal College of Physicians (London)
- British Cardiovascular Society
languages spoken
- English
consultation fees
- New appointment: £220
- Follow-up appointment: £170
insurers
- General Medical
- health-on-line
- Bupa Fee Assured
- 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
Location
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Bradford Road, Bingley, United Kingdom, BD16 1TW
Bradford Road, Bingley, United Kingdom, BD16 1TW
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*Star rating based on patient reviews
104 reviews
5
Positive experience. On time, clear and concise explanations and welcoming.
5
Excellent service provided. Was very thorough and explained in details.
5
Dr Smith was friendly, he was attentive and listened to my concerns. His explanations and review of my experience and tests to date help put me at ease. He was clear in what the next steps needed to be and what the medium term plan could look like. I found the consultation invaluable at the start of my journey in dealing with Afib irregular heartbeat.
5
Very warm and make me feel very comfortable during the appointment
5
Easy to speak to. Clearly very knowledgeable in his line of practice. Would certainly recommend anybody to see him and the hospital.
5
Dr Smith provided a truly amazing service from start to finish. He was very patient and thorough leaving no stone unturned during his consultations and review of my heart. Throughout my appointments, his calm and professional approach put my mind at ease, and he explained each step in simple terms so it was easy to digest and remember what he was saying. I would highly recommend him to anyone who needs advice and a swift diagnosis with cardiac problems.
5
Considerate, kind, explained things well, professional, inspired confidence. Would recommend to others.
5
Very clear explanation of my condition and what has happened to me and what to do next. Very Very helpful and made me feel at ease
5
Dr Smith was very friendly and thorough with his explanations which made everything easy to understand
5
My experience with Dr Smith was excellent. He was understanding, put me at ease and explained everything so I understood the issues. The appointments started on time, his team made me feel relaxed and all the investigations were explained in full along with clear explanations about what they were doing and why. The Yorkshire Clinic has ample parking and sent reminders prior to the appointments. I paid through insurance and they were no issues here either. My whole experience particularly the care I received was perfect and I’d recommend Dr Smith confidently to others.
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3 endorsements
Dr Smith is an outstanding cardiologist who is highly regarded by peers and trainees alike. As a specialist in cardiac devices, he is renowned as one of the most experienced and technically proficient implanters in the region. He provides a rigorous, patient-centred approach to clinical practice and holds himself (and others) to the highest standard. He has managed a member of my own family in recent years and has provided exemplary service. We continue our collaboration at national educational courses on rhythm management, for which he has received glowing feedback. I cannot recommend him highly enough.
20 Dec 2023Dr Peysh Patel
CardiologyI have worked with Paul for the last 11 years. He is a very caring and thorough doctor. I have referred many patients to him over the years but have now referred one of the most important - my mum! What better recommendation can I give?
23 Mar 2023Mr James Hahnel
Orthopaedic SurgeryI would highly recommend Dr Smith, he is an excellent clinician and very well respected as a cardiologist. I would never hesitate to seek his opinion or refer one of my patients to him. He provides a comprehensive service and feeds back promptly to patients and colleagues alike.
04 Nov 2021Mr Jonathan Robinson
General SurgeryFAQ
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Dr Paul Smith's overall patient rating is 4.98 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 104 reviews
What languages does Dr Paul Smith speak?
Dr Paul Smith speaks English
Where is Dr Paul Smith located?
Dr Paul Smith primarily practices at The Yorkshire Clinic, located at Bradford Road, Bingley, United Kingdom, BD16 1TW
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What are Dr Paul Smith working hours?
Dr Paul Smith is working Monday (13:00 - 19:00), Thursday (16:00 - 20:00)
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