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Dr Rosie Swallow

MRCP, MB BS

Cardiologist

32 years of experience

Bournemouth, BH7 7DW

(+1 more)

4.94

/5

(63 reviews)

32 years of experience

Bournemouth, BH7 7DW

(+1 more)

Areas of expertise

Breathlessness
20
High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
16
Irregular Heartbeat (Arrhythmia)
14

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About Dr Rosie Swallow

Dr Rosemary Swallow is a consultant cardiologist performing the majority of her private work at the Dorset Heart Clinic. Her NHS work is at the University Hospitals Dorset (UHD). She also see patients at the NUffield Hospital in Bournemouth.

She is an excellent Cardiologist and has special interests in angioplasty and interventional cardiology along with research interests in ischaemic heart disease. Dr Swallow works within the NHS at the UHD where she was instrumental in setting up the PCI (percutaneous coronary intervention) programme that is now the largest non-surgical PCI centre in the UK. She has performed more than 5000 PCI cases including a large number of complex cases and left main stem PCI. Dr Swallow has excellent results

Dr Swallow is involved in several interventional clinical trials and has been the local principal investigator in a number of studies. She is a regular invited speaker and special panellist at Advanced Cardiovascular Intervention (ACI) presenting both at platform presentations and Angio Review sessions. Dr Swallow has also published widely in general cardiology and interventional cardiology.


Subspecialties

  • Interventional Cardiology
  • Heart Failure
  • Heart Muscle Disease/Cardiomyopathy
  • General (Internal) Medicine
  • Preventative Cardiology

Areas of expertise

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Breathlessness
20
High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
16
Irregular Heartbeat (Arrhythmia)
14
Coronary Artery Disease
11
Atrial Fibrillation
10
Chest Pain
7
ECG (Electrocardiogram)
6
Dizziness
5
Angina
4
Palpitations
4
Echocardiogram (Cardiac Ultrasound)
4
Atrial Flutter
3
Loss of Consciousness
2
Angioplasty
2
Bradycardia
2
Heart Attack
2
Fainting (Syncope)
2
Tachycardia
1
Pacemakers
1
Cardiomyopathy
1
Heart Failure
1
CT Coronary Angiogram
1
Heart Murmurs
1
Tiredness (Fatigue)
1
Pericarditis
1
Cardiac CT
1
Interventional Cardiology
1
24 Hour Blood Pressure Monitor
Cardioversion
Heart Scan
Health Assessments
Intravascular Ultrasound
Transthoracic Echocardiogram (TTE)
Cardiac MRI (CMR)
Exercise Stress Test
Myocardial Perfusion Scan
Pressure Wire Study (Coronary Angiography)
Bubble Contrast Echocardiography
Cardiac Rehabilitation
Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing (CPET)
ECG Holter Monitor
Transoesophageal Echocardiogram
Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
Congestive Heart Failure
Autonomic Mediated Syncope
Fibromuscular Dysplasia
Pulmonary Hypertension
Atherosclerosis
Cardiovascular Disease
Dyslipidaemia
Heart Muscle Disease
Long QT Syndrome
Neurocardiogenic Syncope (Vasovagal)
Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection
Unstable Angina
Dysautonomia (Autonomic Disorders)
Heart Valve Problems
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
Oedema
Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS)
Supraventricular Tachycardia (SVT)
Valvular Heart Disease
Low Blood Pressure
Long COVID
Variable Blood Pressure
Pulmonary Embolism (Lung Blood Clot)
Coronary Stent Insertion
Coronary Angiography

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 4105765


Education

University of London

Medicine

Graduated 1994


Qualifications

  • MB BS 1994 University of London

Memberships:

  • Royal College of Physicians
  • British Cardiovascular Society
  • British Cardiovascular Interventionists Society
  • European Cardiovascular Society

Languages spoken

  • English

Insurers

  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • The Exeter
  • Simply Health (Dental)
  • Bupa
  • WPA
  • Allianz Worldwide Care
  • AXA Health
  • Aviva Health
  • Vitality
  • Benenden Health

Fees

  • New appointment

    £250.00
  • Follow-up appointment

    £150.00
*May vary on location

Locations

Dorset Heart Clinic

The Royal Bournemouth Hospital, Castle Lane East, Bournemouth, United Kingdom, BH7 7DW

4.85(737 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
10:00 - 17:00
Tuesday
Wednesday
10:00 - 17:00
Thursday
10:00 - 14:00
Friday
10:00 - 15:00
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Opening hours

Monday
10:00 - 17:00
Tuesday
Wednesday
10:00 - 17:00
Thursday
10:00 - 14:00
Friday
10:00 - 15:00
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Nuffield Health Bournemouth Hospital

67 Lansdowne Road, Bournemouth, United Kingdom, BH1 1RW

4.87(516 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Areas of expertise

Breathlessness
20
High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
16
Irregular Heartbeat (Arrhythmia)
14

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Reviews

AI Review Summary

This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews

Dr Rosie Swallow provides clear explanations during patient interactions. She listens to patient concerns, explaining investigations and medication changes. Dr Swallow also performs procedures like angiograms and angioplasty. Patients frequently seek her care for breathlessness, high blood pressure, and irregular heartbeats, along with coronary artery disease and atrial fibrillation.

5
verified patient
06 Oct 2026

This was my 4th visit to see Dr Swallow. My pacemaker had made a sudden marked change in its operation which concerned me. Dr Swallow put my mind completely at rest as she explained what was the likely cause. She has a very friendly nature, listens to your concerns and addresses them.

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5
verified patient
11 Aug 2026

Absolutely fantastic! Straight to the point and a path in place. Could not have asked for more. Thank you 🙏🏻

5
verified patient
21 Jul 2026

Listened sympathetically, didn’t rush me, explained everything clearly

5
verified patient
21 Jul 2026

Dr Swallow has a very good of making one feel at ease. Clear explanation after examination as to the way forward.

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5
verified patient
10 Jul 2026

As previous comment Would definitely recommend.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
04 Jul 2026

Friendly and relaxed also informative

5
verified patient
03 Jul 2026

Friendly, professional and expert care as always. I am very grateful.

5
verified patient
23 Jun 2026

My favourite consultant - friendly and very clear in explanations

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5
verified patient
19 Jun 2026

Although I need further help my mind was put at ease as everything was explained well.

4
verified patient
10 May 2026

All good. This was a follow up consultation with Dr Swallow

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Dr Rosie Swallow's overall patient rating is 4.94 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 63 reviews.

What languages does Dr Rosie Swallow speak?

Dr Rosie Swallow speaks English

Where is Dr Rosie Swallow located?

Dr Rosie Swallow primarily practices at Dorset Heart Clinic, located at The Royal Bournemouth Hospital, Castle Lane East, Bournemouth, United Kingdom, BH7 7DW
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What are Dr Rosie Swallow working hours?

Dr Rosie Swallow is working Monday (10:00 - 17:00), Wednesday (10:00 - 17:00), Thursday (10:00 - 14:00), Friday (10:00 - 15:00)

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