Dr Zaki Akhtar

Dr Zaki Akhtar is a highly skilled Consultant Cardiologist based in London, specialising in cardiac rhythm management and advanced electrophysiology. He is dedicated to providing comprehensive, patient-centred care for individuals experiencing a wide range of cardiovascular conditions. With a reassuring and professional approach, Dr Akhtar focuses on delivering precise diagnoses and tailored treatment plans to improve his patients' quality of life and long-term heart health.

His clinical practice encompasses general cardiology, with a particular expertise in complex device therapies and arrhythmia management. Dr Akhtar is highly regarded for his work in transvenous lead extraction, utilising advanced techniques such as the tandem approach to safely remove cardiac device leads. His clinical interests also include cardiac resynchronisation therapy, heart failure management, and catheter ablation for atrial fibrillation, including innovative non-thermal pulsed field ablation. Through his commitment to clinical excellence, he ensures that patients receive the most up-to-date and minimally invasive treatments available.

Dr Akhtar completed his medical degree in London in 2011, having previously earned a Bachelor of Science in Physiology from King's College London. He has a strong academic background and has contributed significantly to cardiovascular research, particularly in the fields of cardiac device optimisation and lead extraction safety. Dr Akhtar is an active member of the European Heart Rhythm Association, reflecting his dedication to maintaining the highest standards of practice in cardiac electrophysiology.