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Professor Philip MacCarthy

MBChB, BSc, PhD, FRCP

Cardiologist

35 years of experience

London, SE1 2PR

(+2 more)

18 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Dr. Syed Hassan, Mr Declan Cahill and 2 other professionals

4.99

/5

(32 reviews)

35 years of experience

London, SE1 2PR

(+2 more)

18 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Dr. Syed Hassan, Mr Declan Cahill and 2 other professionals

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
CT Coronary Angiogram
8
Chest Pain
7
Exercise Stress Test
6

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About Professor Philip MacCarthy

Professor Philip MacCarthy specialises in coronary intervention (angioplasty/stenting) and structural heart disease interventions. He also runs the successful patent foramen ovale (PFO)/atrial septal defect (ASD) device closure and trans-catheter valve (aortic valve/TAVI/MitraClip) programmes at King's College Hospital.

After training in Bristol and Oxford, Prof. MacCarthy undertook a PhD in endothelial function at the University Hospital of Wales (with an MRC Clinical Training Fellowship). Following this, he trained in coronary intervention at King's College Hospital and the OLV Cardiac Centre in Aalst, Belgium. He was appointed as Consultant Cardiologist at King's College Hospital in 2003 and became Clinical Lead for Cardiology in 2007. He was later appointed as Professor of Interventional Cardiology and served as Clinical Director of Cardiovascular Services from 2012 to 2015.

Prof. MacCarthy is active in research with interests in coronary physiology, primary angioplasty, and transcatheter aortic/mitral interventions.


Subspecialties

  • Heart Failure
  • Interventional Cardiology

Areas of expertise

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Reviews
(60)
Skill Endorsements
(8)

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CT Coronary Angiogram
8
Chest Pain
7
Exercise Stress Test
6
Coronary Artery Disease
4
1
Echocardiogram (Cardiac Ultrasound)
5
High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
3
Angina
3
Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO) Closure
3
Unstable Angina
3
Atrial Septal Defects (ASD)
3
Angiogram
2
Angioplasty
2
Atherosclerosis
2
Coronary Stent Insertion
2
Coronary Angiography
2
Transoesophageal Echocardiogram
2
24 Hour Blood Pressure Monitor
2
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI)
2
ECG (Electrocardiogram)
1
Valvular Heart Disease
1
Bradycardia
1
Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
1
Calcium Coronary Score
1
Interventional Cardiology
1
Takotsubo Syndrome
Pericarditis
Palpitations
Non-Obstructive Coronary Artery Disease
Microvascular Angina
Mitral Valve Disease
Lipids
Ischaemic Heart Disease
Infective Endocarditis
High Cholesterol
Video Consultation
Stenting Procedures
Cardiac Arrest
Rotablation (Coronary Arteries)
Right Heart Catheterisation
Aortic Valve Regurgitation
Pressure Wire Study (Coronary Angiography)
Aortic Valve Degeneration
Percutaneous Mitral Valve Repair
Aortic Stenosis
Intravascular Ultrasound
Cardiovascular Disease Prevention
Heart Muscle Disease
Cardiac Shock Wave Therapy (CSWT)
Heart Murmurs
Cardiomyopathy
Valvuloplasty
Endomyocardial Biopsy
Heart Failure
Congestive Heart Failure
Heart Scan
Heart Attack
ECG Holter Monitor
Heart Valve Problems

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 3489990


Education

University of Bristol

Medicine

Graduated 1991


Qualifications

BSc - University of Bristol - 1988

MBChB - University of Bristol - 1991

PhD - University Hospital of Wales - 2000

FRCP

FESC


Languages spoken

  • English

Insurers

  • Cigna
  • Aviva Health
  • Saga Health Insurance
  • General and Medical
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • Freedom Health Insurance
  • Vitality
  • Aetna
  • AXA Health
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • WPA
  • Bupa
  • Simply Health (Dental)
  • Healix Health Services
  • The Exeter
  • The PHC

Fees

  • New appointment

    £250
  • Follow-up appointment

    £180
*May vary on location

Locations

HCA Healthcare UK London Bridge Hospital

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

4.83(5,391 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
17:30 - 20:00
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
08:30 - 18:00
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
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Opening hours

Monday
17:30 - 20:00
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
08:30 - 18:00
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
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Cromwell Hospital

164-178 Cromwell Rd, London, United Kingdom, SW5 0TU

4.87(1,977 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
17:00 - 20:00
Thursday
Friday
15:00 - 18:00
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Paid 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 - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
CT Coronary Angiogram
8
Chest Pain
7
Exercise Stress Test
6

Contact

Reviews

AI Review Summary

This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews

Professor Philip MacCarthy delivers clear, professional, and excellent patient care. Patients find him personable and understanding, trusting his thorough and knowledgeable approach to their heart issues. He provides precise explanations of diagnoses and treatment plans, making patients feel informed and safe. His practice includes CT coronary angiograms, assessment for chest pain, and the use of exercise stress tests or echocardiograms for thorough evaluation.

5
verified patient
08 Aug 2023

We found him very down to earth, professional and confident.

5
verified patient
31 Jul 2023

Absolutely first rate

5
verified patient
28 Jul 2023

I trust professor MacCarthy and his team very much.

5
verified patient
15 Jun 2023

Very reassuring and everything very clearly explained

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
13 Mar 2023

Inspires the utmost confidence

5
verified patient
10 Mar 2023

I have been a patient of Professor MacCarthy for over a year. His approach to my heart issues has been thorough, measured and caring which gave me the confidence he is doing his best for me. I highly recommend him.

5
verified patient
24 Feb 2023

Professor MacCarthy has always been excellent.

5
verified patient
02 Feb 2023

I have met with, and been treated by, Professor MacCarthy on several occasions over a number of years. I have always found him to be very personable and engaging, and I appreciate both the continuity of his care and also his knowledge and expertise in dealing with, and the monitoring of, my condition.

5
verified patient
19 Jan 2023

Absolutely amazing!

5
verified patient
18 Oct 2022

Precise and Concise explanation delighted with the care I have received , this man has saved my life I’m eternally grateful to him and the London bridge hospital staff .

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Skill Endorsements

Dr MacCarthy is a well respected cardiologist with a wealth of knowledge and a reputation for providing great service to his patients

20 Jul 2025
Endorsed for
Unstable Angina
Atrial Septal Defects (ASD)

Dr. Syed Hassan

Dr. Syed Hassan

Respiratory Doctor
I have looked after their patients

Prof McCarthy is a cardiologist that i have referred to for several years. He has looked after my patients so brilliantly, faithfully and expertly I went to see him myself for my cardiac assessment. He provides a brilliant service. He's kind and cares.

15 Dec 2024
Endorsed for
Atrial Septal Defects (ASD)
Unstable Angina

Mr Declan Cahill

Mr Declan Cahill

Urologist
Is a colleague

Professor MacCarthy is an outstanding cardiologist and colleague. He is an international authority on heart valve and coronary artery disease.

03 May 2024
Endorsed for
Coronary Artery Disease
Valvular Heart Disease

DS

Dr Daniel Sado

Cardiologist
Is a colleague

amazing clinician

06 Mar 2024
Endorsed for
Unstable Angina
Atrial Septal Defects (ASD)

Professor Dorota Dworakowska

Professor Dorota Dworakowska

Diabetes & Endocrinology Specialist
Is a colleague

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What are Professor Philip MacCarthy's reviews like?

Professor Philip MacCarthy's overall patient rating is 4.99 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 32 reviews.

What languages does Professor Philip MacCarthy speak?

Professor Philip MacCarthy speaks English

Where is Professor Philip MacCarthy located?

Professor Philip MacCarthy 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 Professor Philip MacCarthy working hours?

Professor Philip MacCarthy is working Monday (17:30 - 20:00), Wednesday (17:00 - 20:00), Thursday (08:30 - 18:00), Friday (15:00 - 18:00)

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