Dr Mark Cassar provides private cardiology consultations for adults with chest pain or angina symptoms, palpitations, atrial fibrillation, breathlessness, heart murmurs, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and other heart concerns. Appointments are available at Candover Clinic, The Hampshire Clinic and The Berkshire Clinic.
No GP referral is usually required. Routine appointments are typically available within 1–2 weeks, with urgent concerns accommodated sooner where clinic capacity allows.
Consultant cardiologist
NHS consultant in Hampshire, seeing private patients at established clinics in Basingstoke, Winchester and Reading.
Advanced cardiac imaging
Triple Level 3 expertise across echocardiography, cardiac CT and cardiac MRI, supporting accurate diagnosis and clear treatment planning.
Academic and professional background
PhD (Oxford), peer-reviewed publications, examiner responsibilities and national/international society roles.
Patients commonly book private cardiology consultations for symptoms, test abnormalities or known heart conditions including:
Detailed assessment for new symptoms, second opinions, ongoing heart condition management and pre-operative cardiac assessment.
Assessment of palpitations, atrial fibrillation and rhythm concerns, with ECG and ambulatory monitoring arranged where appropriate.
Heart ultrasound assessment for murmurs, valve disease, breathlessness, heart function and structural heart concerns.
Access to advanced cardiac imaging pathways where clinically appropriate, with specialist interpretation and clear explanation.
Evidence-based assessment of blood pressure, cholesterol, cardiovascular risk and prevention options.
Clear explanations, written recommendations, GP communication and follow-up when ongoing care is needed.
Dr Cassar combines consultant-level general cardiology with particular expertise in cardiac imaging. Patients are assessed carefully, findings are explained in clear language, and recommendations are communicated back to the GP with the patient’s consent.
