Private Cardiologist
Cambridge
When it comes to protecting your heart health, clarity, speed of access and consultant-led continuity matter.
Patients across Cambridgeshire and East Anglia often want a setting that offers time, discretion and direct oversight from an experienced consultant. At Royal Papworth Hospital, one of the UK's leading specialist cardiac centres, Dr Charis Costopoulos provides private cardiology consultations with a focus on accuracy, transparency and long-term wellbeing.
Self-referral welcome — no GP referral is required to book.
If you are unable to find a suitable time please contact us (here) to discuss availability
Working within Royal Papworth Hospital, where he is Clinical Lead for Structural Heart Intervention, Dr Charis Costopoulos provides private cardiology consultations for a wide range of cardiovascular concerns across Cambridgeshire and the surrounding region. He offers detailed consultations, access to appropriate cardiac investigations and carefully structured management plans guided by clinical findings.
Whether you are experiencing new symptoms, managing an established diagnosis or pursuing preventative assessment, your care is shaped around your individual risk profile, lifestyle and goals.
Access to private cardiology in Cambridge allows patients to move forward without unnecessary delay. Prompt appointments reduce uncertainty, while extended consultations ensure that symptoms, risk factors and previous medical history are reviewed in depth. Dr Costopoulos typically sees new private patients within 3 to 4 working days.
At Royal Papworth Private Care, you benefit from direct communication with a consultant cardiologist who oversees your care from first assessment through to follow-up. Investigations, interpretation of results and treatment recommendations remain consultant-led throughout.
Private cardiology is particularly valued by individuals balancing demanding careers and retirees keen to maintain independence, as well as patients seeking direct access to specialist assessment.
Why Choose a Private Cardiologist in Cambridge?
Conditions Assessed and Treated
A private cardiologist manages both common and complex cardiovascular presentations. Early symptoms such as chest discomfort, palpitations, breathlessness or high blood pressure often require careful assessment to distinguish benign causes from underlying disease. Many patients also come for cardiovascular screening, with or without specific symptoms.
Dr Costopoulos assesses and treats a wide range of conditions, including coronary artery disease, valve disorders, hypertension, heart rhythm disturbances, structural abnormalities, and heart failure. He also provides full cardiovascular screening and preventative cardiology services for patients with a strong family history of cardiac disease or elevated cardiovascular risk factors.
Each consultation includes a detailed review of symptoms, medical history, lifestyle patterns, and medication use. Diagnostic findings are explained clearly so that you understand the nature of your condition and the reasoning behind recommended treatment.
Advanced Diagnostic Testing in London
Accurate diagnosis underpins effective cardiology care. At Royal Papworth Hospital, patients have access to modern cardiac investigations designed to provide clarity quickly. Access to appropriate testing can help reduce uncertainty and support timely treatment decisions where investigations are required.
Investigations may include electrocardiography, echocardiography, ambulatory heart rhythm monitoring, 24-hour blood pressure assessment, exercise stress testing, and CT coronary angiography. Where structural heart disease is suspected, advanced imaging techniques help define severity and guide management decisions.
Results are reviewed directly by your consultant cardiologist. Clear explanation of results forms a central part of every consultation, allowing you to understand your condition fully before proceeding to treatment planning.
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Echocardiogram £334
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ECG £93
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24-hour Holter monitor £185
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Stress test / exercise ECG £341
All prices subject to change and confirmed at booking.
Interventional cardiology offers advanced treatment options for patients who require procedural management of coronary or structural heart conditions. Dr Costopoulos performs catheter-based procedures within approved hospital settings including Royal Papworth Hospital in Cambridge and his London clinic.
Minimally invasive treatments may include coronary angioplasty and stenting, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI), mitral valve repair using transcatheter techniques, and Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO) closure. These approaches avoid traditional open surgery in suitable patients.
Interventional cardiology is not recommended lightly. Decisions are based on imaging findings, symptom burden, and long-term prognosis. Post-procedure follow-up remains an integral part of care, ensuring recovery is monitored and treatment optimised for sustained results.
Interventional Cardiology and Minimally Invasive Procedures
A Patient Centred Approach to Cardiac Care
Patient centred cardiac clinics focus on tailoring cardiology services to the individual rather than applying uniform pathways. In private cardiology, consultation time allows detailed discussion of your health priorities alongside clinical findings.
Consultations are structured to encourage open dialogue. Questions are welcomed, and explanations are delivered in clear language without unnecessary technical terminology. Family members or supportive proxies can attend appointments when appropriate.
This personalised approach strengthens decision-making and supports adherence to treatment recommendations. By aligning cardiology care with personal circumstances and long-term goals, the focus remains on sustainable health rather than short-term intervention alone.
Cambridge Clinic Location and Hospital Partnership
Private appointments are available at Royal Papworth Hospital on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus. Royal Papworth is one of the UK's leading specialist cardiac centres and holds a Care Quality Commission rating of Outstanding.
Working within a specialist cardiac environment means that additional testing or urgent treatment can be arranged efficiently if required. Where further investigation or intervention is needed, Royal Papworth's infrastructure supports seamless progression from consultation through to advanced imaging or catheter-based treatment, supported by experienced cardiac teams.
The advantage of a specialist centre lies in continuity. Rather than navigating separate systems, patients remain under consultant oversight throughout. Dr Costopoulos retains direct involvement in decision-making, interpretation of results and planning of next steps.
Consultation, Fees and Access at a Private Cardiology Clinic
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Your first consultation typically lasts up to 30 minutes, allowing sufficient time for detailed clinical evaluation. The appointment begins with a structured discussion of your symptoms, medical history, medication use and relevant lifestyle factors.
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Treatment recommendations are discussed collaboratively. Options may include medication adjustments, further imaging, structured monitoring, lifestyle guidance, or referral for interventional assessment where suitable. You will leave with a clear plan outlining next steps and follow-up arrangements.
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A cardiovascular examination follows, alongside review of any previous investigations you may have had. Where appropriate, same-day diagnostic testing can be arranged. Findings are explained clearly, and you will receive a written summary to support your understanding and to share with your GP if needed.
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Patients also often enquire about private cardiologist Cambridge prices. The new consultation fee is £242 and follow-up appointments are £165. Diagnostic test prices are listed above. All fees are subject to change and confirmed at booking.
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Dr Costopoulos is recognised by Bupa, AXA, Aviva, Vitality, WPA and Tricare. All insurers require an authorisation code, which Marianne can help arrange. Self-funding patients are warmly welcomed and no GP referral is required.
Clinic Locations
Royal Papworth Hospital
📍Papworth Road, Cambridge Biomedical Campus, Cambridge, CB2 0AY
Contact
07546 241017
Opening Hours
Tuesday
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Wednesday
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Friday
4:30 am – 6:00 pm
Monday
Closed
Thursday
Closed
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed
Book Your Consultation with Dr Charis Costopoulos in Cambridge
If you are seeking specialist heart care in Cambridge delivered with precision and discretion, Dr Charis Costopoulos offers consultant-led cardiology services at Royal Papworth Hospital. Appointments can usually be arranged within 3 to 4 working days. To schedule your consultation, contact the clinic team by telephone or email with a brief outline of your symptoms or concerns.
Specialist Hospital & Clinic Profiles
https://royalpapworth.nhs.uk/consultant-profiles/dr-costopoulos
https://onewelbeck.com/consultants/dr-charis-costopoulos/
https://www.hcahealthcare.co.uk/finder/stepconsultantprofile/charis-costopoulos
https://www.oneheartclinic.com/blog/monitoring-your-blood-pressure-the-right-way
https://www.cromwellhospital.com/find-a-consultant/charis-costopoulos-consultant-cardiologist/
Professional Directories & Ratings
https://www.topdoctors.co.uk/doctor/charis-costopoulos/
https://www.doctify.com/uk/specialist/charis-costopoulos
https://www.finder.bupa.co.uk/Consultant/view/249185/dr_charis_costopoulos
https://www.myhealthspecialist.com/specialists/charis-costopoulos
Professional Registration
https://www.gmc-uk.org/registration-and-licensing/the-medical-register (Search GMC No: 6139210)
Date Written
21st October 2026
Date reviewed
Review due 21st October 2027
Dr Charis Costopoulos
MA MB BChir, MPhil, PhD, FHEA, MRCP
Dr Charis Costopoulos is a Consultant Interventional Cardiologist based in the UK, currently serving as Clinical Lead for Structural Heart Intervention at Royal Papworth Hospital in Cambridge.
Professional Background & Education
He graduated with distinction from the University of Cambridge (MB BChir) in 2006 and later completed a PhD there (2017) focusing on biomechanical forces in coronary atherosclerosis.
Specialist Training
He trained in North West London, including at Hammersmith Hospital, and completed a fellowship in coronary and structural intervention at the San Raffaele Scientific Institute in Milan.
Research
An active researcher, he has published over 50 peer-reviewed papers in leading journals and was awarded the Young Investigator of the Year award in 2017 for his work on vascular biology.
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