Private Cardiologist in Sutton Coldfield
One-stop cardiac assessment with consultant cardiologists from major Birmingham teaching hospitals. ECG, echocardiogram and 24-hour Holter monitoring, typically all in one visit. From £300, and no GP referral is required.
Palpitations, breathlessness, chest pain and dizzy spells demand more than a 10-minute conversation. At The Vesey, a one-stop cardiac assessment with consultant cardiologist, resting ECG, transthoracic echocardiogram and blood pressure review can be completed in a single 60-minute visit. Most patients leave with a clear diagnosis, a written plan and same-day investigations underway.
Conditions we treat
Our consultants assess and manage the full range of conditions in this specialty. The list below is grouped by area. Most patients come with a single concern, and many leave with several things addressed in one appointment.
- Palpitations & irregular heartbeat
- Chest pain (exertional or atypical)
- Breathlessness on activity
- Dizzy spells & syncope
- Reduced exercise tolerance
- Family history of heart disease
- Hypertension, new and resistant
- Atrial fibrillation & flutter
- Heart failure (HFrEF & HFpEF)
- Valvular heart disease
- Cardiomyopathy
- HCM family screening
- 12-lead ECG with consultant report
- Transthoracic echocardiogram
- Heart monitors, 24h to 14-day Holter
- Ambulatory blood pressure (ABPM)
- Zio wire-free ECG patch
- Cardiac bloods (NT-proBNP, troponin)
- Lipid profile & CV risk
- Exercise stress test
- Cardiac CT angiogram
- Cardiac MRI
- Coronary angiography
- Tilt-table for syncope
- Event recorder / implantable loop
- Pre-conception cardiac assessment
- Hypertension in pregnancy follow-up
- Postpartum cardiomyopathy
- Menopause & cardiovascular risk
- SCAD follow-up
- Pre-participation screening
- ECG abnormalities in athletes
- Exercise-related symptoms
- Return-to-sport after diagnosis
- Master athlete assessment
Procedures & transparent pricing
Every price below is the fee charged at The Vesey, inclusive where stated. You will always receive a clear itemised quote before any procedure begins.
| Procedure | What's included | From |
|---|---|---|
| Consultant cardiology consultation (new) | 45 mins · history, exam, plan | £300 |
| One-stop: Consult + ECG + Echo | Combined 60-min visit · same-day reports | £550 |
| Follow-up consultation | 30 mins · same consultant | £220 |
| Resting 12-lead ECG with report | Same-day consultant interpretation | £90 |
| Transthoracic echocardiogram | BSE sonographer + consultant report | £280 |
| 24-hour ambulatory ECG (Holter) | Fitting, removal & cardiac physiologist report | £250 |
| Extended heart monitoring (48h / 72h / 7-day / 14-day) | Fitting, removal & cardiac physiologist report | £300 / £350 / £850 / £1,450 |
| 24-hour ambulatory BP (ABPM) | Fitting, removal & cardiac physiologist report | £250 |
| Zio heart monitor | Wire-free patch, showerable, up to 14 days | £700 |
| CV risk assessment | Bloods + lipid + NT-proBNP | £250 |
| Pre-employment cardiac medical | ECG + exam + report | From £220 |
Prices accurate as of May 2026. Multi-element procedures and complex cases quoted individually. Histology, anaesthesia and laboratory costs included where listed.
What to expect
From booking to discharge, this is what happens.
We confirm whether one-stop is right or whether a longer assessment is needed.
Resting ECG and baseline blood pressure within 5 minutes of check-in.
Full history, examination, discussion. Echo performed same visit where indicated.
Written plan, prescriptions, onward referral. Letter to GP within 48 hours.
When palpitations need a cardiologist
Palpitations are one of the commonest reasons for private cardiology referral and one of the most under-investigated symptoms in primary care. You should see a cardiologist if:
- Palpitations occur during or immediately after exertion
- Palpitations are associated with dizziness, near-syncope or syncope
- Family history of sudden cardiac death under age 50
- You have known heart disease or hypertension
- Episodes last more than a few minutes or recur multiple times per week
- Associated chest pain or significant breathlessness
A 24-hour Holter monitor is often the single most useful test: a small device taped to the chest that records every heartbeat for a day or longer. If episodes are infrequent, a 7-day or 14-day recorder (or an implantable loop) may be needed. We arrange whichever is appropriate at the first visit.
Hypertension: beyond the GP cuff
Around 30% of UK adults have high blood pressure. Many are diagnosed and treated on a handful of clinic readings, but around 20% of those started on medication have white-coat hypertension, where readings are normal at home but raised in clinic.
The right way to confirm hypertension is 24-hour ambulatory blood pressure monitoring (ABPM), £250 inclusive of fitting, removal and a cardiac physiologist report. The cuff records every 30 minutes by day and 60 minutes at night, giving full daytime average, nocturnal dipping pattern and overall load.
If confirmed, we manage hypertension to NICE guidance, selecting medication for your age and ethnicity, screening for secondary causes, and addressing cardiovascular risk as a whole: lipids, weight, exercise and alcohol.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a private cardiologist cost in Sutton Coldfield?
Initial 45-minute consultation £300. Our most popular package, the one-stop cardiac assessment with consultation, ECG and echocardiogram in a single 60-minute visit, is £550. Follow-ups £220. Heart monitoring from £250 inclusive.
What heart monitors do you offer, and how much are they?
Six options inclusive of fitting, removal and analysis and report by a cardiac physiologist: 24-hour Holter £250, 48-hour £300, 72-hour £350, 7-day monitoring £850, 14-day monitoring £1,450, and 24-hour blood pressure monitoring £250. We also fit the Zio wire-free ECG patch, £700, which is water-resistant and records for up to 14 days. Heart monitors are not bookable online. Call 0121 387 3705 or WhatsApp us. See all heart monitor options and prices →
Do I need a GP referral?
No. Book directly. Any previous ECGs, scan reports or medication lists are helpful to bring.
How quickly can I be seen?
We're open 7 days a week, with evening and weekend appointments — live availability is shown when you book online. If you have symptoms suggesting a possible acute cardiac concern, seek urgent medical attention rather than waiting for a routine appointment.
Should I go to A&E or book a private cardiologist?
If chest pain is severe, prolonged (over 15 minutes), associated with sweating or breathlessness, or radiating to the arm or jaw, call 999. Private cardiology is for stable, planned assessment.
What's in the one-stop cardiac assessment?
45-minute consultant consultation, 12-lead ECG, transthoracic echocardiogram and a written report, all in one visit for £550.
Will the cardiologist write to my GP?
Yes with consent. Detailed letter sent within 48 hours including findings, interpretations and recommendations.
Can you arrange a CT coronary angiogram?
Yes. We refer to accredited imaging in Birmingham, typically within 1–2 weeks. The total cost is £750–950, inclusive of the consultant report.
Do you do athlete / pre-participation screening?
Yes. ECG and echo interpreted to international athlete consensus criteria. Recommended for serious athletes, particularly with family history of sudden cardiac death.
Are pacemaker / ICD checks available?
Not on-site. Clinical review continues here but device interrogation remains with your implanting centre or via remote monitoring.
Does insurance cover cardiology?
Bupa, Vitality, AXA Health, Aviva, WPA and Healix routinely cover. Pre-authorisation is generally needed for echo and Holter.
Consultant-led cardiologist in the West Midlands
We're open 7 days a week, with evening and weekend appointments. Free parking, no GP referral, insurance accepted.
Free reschedule with 48+ hours' notice · Pay per visit · CQC reg. 1-13508890408
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