Dr Stavros Apostolakis

Dr Stavros Apostolakis is a highly accomplished Consultant Cardiologist based in the West Midlands, United Kingdom. He serves as a Clinical Director, overseeing admitted care services, and is dedicated to providing comprehensive, patient-centred cardiac care. With a strong clinical focus on diagnosing and managing a wide range of cardiovascular conditions, Dr Apostolakis is committed to delivering the highest standards of treatment to his patients, ensuring they receive reassuring and expert guidance throughout their healthcare journey.

His clinical interests and expertise span several key areas of Cardiology, with a particular focus on advanced cardiac imaging. Dr Apostolakis specialises in performing and interpreting complex diagnostic investigations, including echocardiography, cardiac computed tomography (CT), and cardiac magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). He is also highly experienced in managing patients with atrial fibrillation, heart failure, coronary artery disease, and heart valve diseases. His work in specialised clinics, such as physiologist-led valve clinics, highlights his collaborative approach to patient care and his dedication to monitoring and treating structural heart conditions.

Dr Apostolakis completed his medical training in Greece, earning both his Medical Doctor (MD) degree and a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) for his research in cardiovascular medicine. He has held academic positions, including serving as a Lecturer in Cardiovascular Medicine at the University of Birmingham, where he contributed to the training of future medical professionals. He is an active member of several prestigious professional bodies, including the European Association of Cardiovascular Imaging (EACVI) and the British Society of Echocardiography (BSE), where he has contributed to the Clinical Standards Committee to help shape national guidelines for cardiac imaging.