Dr Waqas Khan

Cardiologist

About me

I am an accomplished and competent Cardiologist with over 12 years’ experience at consultant level. This includes five years’ experience in an esteemed centre for cardiac adult tertiary services. I have gained extensive knowledge and expertise in the management of complex cardiology cases and skill in performing advance echocardiography (including TOE), implantation of permanent pacemakers and diagnostic cardiac catheterizations. I am also a testamur of American National Board examination of special competence in Adult Echocardiography. Additionally, I am fully trained and experienced in General (Internal) Medicine.

I have also demonstrated a strong ability to strive and deliver best patient care which has been recognized through achieving a Clinical Excellence award and leading on a number of quality improvement projects including setting up a TOE service, leading echocardiography service.

Areas of interest

My area of expertise based upon my qualifications and many years of experience include the management and treatment of the following.

1. Angina/heart attack
2. Palpitations (also atrial fibrillation)
3. Shortness of breath
4. Dizziness
5. Transient loss of consciousness
6. Heart valve disease
7. High blood pressure
8. Abnormal ECG
8. Congenital heart disease
9. Cardiomyopathy
10.Heart risk assessment before any kind of surgery
11. Heart disease related to cancer or cancer treatment