Dr Vasim Farooq
MBChB, PhD, MRCP, FESC
Cardiologist
25 years of experience
Cardiff, CF23 8XL
(+1 more)
3 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Professor Dev Datta
25 years of experience
Cardiff, CF23 8XL
(+1 more)
3 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Professor Dev Datta
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About Dr Vasim Farooq
Dr Vasim Farooq is a Consultant Cardiologist and Interventional Cardiologist, practicing privately at Spire Cardiff Hospital and within the NHS at the University Hospital of Wales. He specialises in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of cardiovascular conditions, including chest pain, palpitations, breathlessness, dizziness, blackouts, heart murmurs, and cholesterol management.
Dr Farooq has particular expertise in complex coronary artery disease and structural heart interventions. His advanced procedural work includes transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) for aortic valve narrowing and patent foramen ovale (PFO) closure for selected patients who have experienced unexplained strokes. As well as this he has performed over 3,000 coronary angioplasty procedures, most via minimally invasive wrist access, and uses cutting-edge intravascular imaging techniques such as IVUS and OCT to optimise outcomes.
He earned a MB ChB from the University of Manchester in 2000 and obtained Membership of the Royal College of Physicians (MRCP) in 2004. He was later awarded a PhD from the Erasmus University in Rotterdam, with research focusing on the management of complex coronary artery disease.
Outside of his clinical work, he enjoys exploring the coastline of South West Wales and trekking across the UK with his family.
Subspecialties
- Preventative Cardiology
- Interventional Cardiology
- Heart Failure
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Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 4710480
Education
University of Manchester
Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery
Graduated 2000
Erasmus University Rotterdam
Interventional Cardiology
Graduated 2013
Qualifications
MB ChB, University of Mancher 2000
Member of the Royal College of Physicians (MRCP) 2004
PhD, Erasmus University, Rotterdam 2014
Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology
Member of the British Cardiovascular Intervention Society
Languages spoken
- English
Consultation fees
- New appointment: £220
- Follow-up appointment: £150
Insurers
- Cigna
- Vitality
- AXA Health
- Aviva Health
- Bupa
- Healix Health Services
- WPA
- Saga Health Insurance
- Bupa Fee Assured
- General and Medical
- The Exeter
- Benenden Health
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Reviews
Review after TAVI,5 months earlier. Very helpful with updated medication & test to ensure positive progress.
Dr Vadim Farooq is very approachable, knowledgeable and straight to the point. Excellent professional
My experience with Dr. Farooq has always been excellent
Dr Farooq was very clear and gave me all the information I need. I appreciated the time he gave me and I didn’t feel rushed. I feel confident I am in good hands under his care and expertise.
I felt at ease and listened to , doctor was polite ,explained clearly what steps were to be taken and how my treatment plan was going to be worked out
Dr Farooq was very thorough and made changes to my meds to help with lack of energy.
A person-centred approach which made me feel listened to and involved in all decisions about my treatment plan. This made me feel empowered to self-manage my health.
I was seen in OPD at UHW earlier this year and my consultation with Dr Farooq was very satisfactory and positive
Very thorough assessment and explanation of the condition. Detailed consideration of treatment options and reasoning behind the treatment plan. Investigates where necessary and with a clear goal, but not excessively. Very patient focused in giving choices around treatment and follow up/monitoring. Always seems genuinely interested in the condition and the patient, and very enthusiastic.
Skill Endorsements
Dr Farooq is a highly impressive cardiologist. Not only has a high level of diagnostic and interventional skill, his approach to the overall management of patients is impressive. He focuses on overall cardiovascular care, including aggressive prevention of disease. Together we have developed a highly effective NHS service to prevent recurrent heart attacks in patients.
14 May 2026
Professor Dev Datta
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What are Dr Vasim Farooq's reviews like?
Dr Vasim Farooq's overall patient rating is 4.9 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 10 reviews.
What languages does Dr Vasim Farooq speak?
Dr Vasim Farooq speaks English
Where is Dr Vasim Farooq located?
Dr Vasim Farooq primarily practices at Spire Cardiff Hospital, located at Croescadarn Rd, Pontprennau, Cardiff, United Kingdom, CF23 8XL
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What are Dr Vasim Farooq working hours?
Dr Vasim Farooq is working Wednesday (17:00 - 20:00), Friday (13:00 - 19:00)
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