Dr Shahed Islam is a consultant cardiologist serving patients in London, Reading and the surrounding areas of Berkshire. With more than 18 years of clinical experience, he delivers expert, comprehensive and personalised care for a wide range of cardiac conditions, supported by state-of-the-art diagnostic and treatment technology.
Role
Consultant Cardiologist
Focus
Personalised Cardiac Care
Approach
Clear, Calm, Evidence-led
01 / PROFILE
MBBS · MRCP (UK) · MD (Res) · FHEA
Dr Shahed Islam is a Consultant Cardiologist providing private consultations at Circle Reading Hospital, Spire Dunedin Hospital and Syon Clinic for patients across London, Reading, Berkshire and the surrounding areas. He also holds a substantive NHS consultant post at Royal Berkshire Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
He assesses and manages a wide range of cardiac symptoms and conditions, including chest pain, breathlessness, palpitations, blackouts, hypertension, raised cholesterol, valve disease and cardiomyopathies. He also provides comprehensive pre-operative cardiac assessments for patients undergoing non-cardiac surgery.
Fellowships
Expertise
Academic achievements
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Dr Islam gained his primary medical qualification (MBBS) with Merit from Guy’s, King’s and St Thomas’ School of Medicine in 2008 and became a Member of the Royal College of Physicians (MRCP), London, in 2012. He completed specialist cardiology training at leading UK centres, including Barts Heart Centre and the Essex Cardiothoracic Centre, with dedicated fellowships in coronary intervention and heart failure management. His expertise also includes transthoracic echocardiography, CT coronary angiography and permanent pacemaker implantation.
Alongside his clinical practice, Dr Islam has a strong academic interest in cardiovascular medicine. He was awarded an MD (Res) in 2015 and has published in peer-reviewed journals. As cardiac rehabilitation lead, he works closely with hospital and community teams to support recovery after major cardiac events. He is also an Honorary Senior Clinical Lecturer at the Brunel Medical School.
Dr Islam provides compassionate, patient-centred care, taking time to understand each patient’s concerns before agreeing a personalised treatment plan. He ensures patients remain informed, involved and supported throughout every stage of their care.
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04 / Process
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Direct booking or GP referrals with fast appointments available.
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Detailed consultation with time for questions and discussion.
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ECG, echo, and blood tests are arranged quickly when required.
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Personalised treatment plans with ongoing follow-up and review.
Calm · Clear · Consultant-Led
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"My priority is to give each patient a complete picture of their heart health — and the confidence to act on it."
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09 / Questions
A GP referral is helpful for continuity of care but is not always required for a private appointment. If you hold private medical insurance, most providers will request a referral before authorising treatment. Dr Islam’s team can guide you through the right route when you call.
Private appointments with Dr Islam are typically available within a few days. Clinics run at Circle Reading Hospital on Monday and Saturday mornings, and at Spire Dunedin Hospital on Tuesday afternoons and evenings.
Depending on your symptoms, Dr Islam may recommend an ECG, echocardiogram, 24-hour heart monitor, CT coronary angiogram, or blood tests. Many of these can be arranged on the same day or at the same hospital site.
Dr Islam accepts most major private medical insurers including Bupa, AXA Health, Aviva, and Vitality. Self-pay options are also available. Please contact the clinic to confirm your specific policy before booking.
Appointments
Arrange a private cardiology appointment with Dr Shahed Islam in London, Reading and surrounding areas in Berkshire. Same-week availability is often possible. Fill in the form or contact the clinic directly.
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