Consultant-Led Private Cardiology
Get clear answers about your heart health within days. Not months
Worried about palpitations, chest pain or breathlessness?
Dr Paul Kirk is a GMC-registered consultant cardiologist offering expert
assessment, advanced heart scans and clear answers.
Fast private appointments across Hertfordshire and London, with no
GP referral required.
Fee-assured with all major insurers Self-funding patients welcome Appointments six days a week
Dr Paul KirkConsultant Cardiologist
Insurance & Funding
Recognised by all major UK health insurers
Dr Kirk is a fee-assured consultant, which means his fees stay within the limits agreed by your insurer. You are protected from unexpected shortfalls and surprise bills.
- Bupa
- AXA Health
- Aviva
- Vitality
- WPA
- Simply Health
- Freedom Health
We Understand
Heart symptoms are worrying enough without a long wait
If your heart has given you reasons to worry, you are not alone, and you do not have to simply wait and hope. Here is what many of our patients tell us they were going through before they got in touch.
The symptoms that bring you here
Perhaps it is a sudden flutter, or a racing, pounding heartbeat that arrives without warning. Perhaps it is tightness in your chest, feeling breathless on the stairs, or a lightheaded moment that made you stop and take notice. Symptoms like these are unsettling, and they have a way of staying on your mind.
And then the waiting begins
You try to carry on as usual, but the questions keep circling. You may have seen your GP, only to be told there is a wait of eight to eleven weeks for an NHS cardiology appointment. Those weeks can be the hardest part, when sleep is broken and the worry quietly grows.
Clear answers within days, with Dr Paul Kirk
It does not have to be this way. Dr Kirk is a consultant cardiologist who sees private patients within days. In one unhurried appointment he listens properly, arranges any heart tests you need, and explains what is happening in plain, calm language. Most patients leave with a firm answer, a clear plan and, at last, real reassurance.
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Meet Your Consultant
Meet Dr Paul Kirk
BSc, MBBS, MRCP, MD, FRCP · Consultant Cardiologist
Dr Paul Kirk is a consultant cardiologist who specialises in non-invasive heart diagnostics and general cardiology. Patients know him for his calm, unhurried manner and his gift for explaining complex results in clear, reassuring language.
He qualified from St George's, University of London, and completed advanced research training at the Royal Brompton Hospital, Imperial College London. Today he is the Non-Invasive Cardiac Lead at Lister Hospital, with a particular interest in cardiac imaging and heart health in pregnancy.
- On the GMC Specialist Register in Cardiology
- Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians
- Advanced training at the Royal Brompton Hospital
- Accredited in echocardiography and cardiac imaging
Patient Reviews
Trusted by patients across Hertfordshire and London
Patients consistently describe Dr Kirk as calm, thorough and easy to understand. Here is what they say on the independent review platforms they trust.
159 verified patient reviews
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Verified reviews
69 verified patient reviews
Read all on DoctifyFeedback meeting via video call. Very good and clear.
Dr Kirk is a first class cardiologist who I would recommend to anyone. I went to him when I needed a second opinion and his intervention of diagnosing angina probably saved my life. Very thorough and easy to understand. When I later had treatment his team were wonderful.
Written by patient at Pinehill Hospital
Dr Kirk is an excellent doctor, very thorough, attentive to my questions and concerns, and I would highly recommend.
Dr Kirk provided an excellent, efficient service which was much appreciated. I would highly recommend Dr Kirk.
Written by patient at Pinehill Hospital
Friendly and professional, very helpful.
I thoroughly recommend this doctor. He has an excellent manner and is very prepared to listen and discuss my condition. He provided clear and thorough explanation and recommendations. Just what I wanted.
Written by patient at Spire Harpenden Hospital
Very personable and professional.
Dr Kirk was a hugely reassuring presence for me even though my symptoms were not serious, so I can imagine he would be very supportive for more serious conditions. He explained all my results clearly and concisely in layman's terms. I cannot fault his attention or care, and his administrator Sue was excellent and very responsive.
Written by patient at Pinehill Hospital
Mr Kirk was very understanding and explained everything in a clear way.
Written by patient at One Hatfield Hospital
Request an Appointment
Start your private heart assessment in two simple steps
Tell us a little about your symptoms first, then your contact details. There is no need for a GP referral, and we will confirm availability within one working day.
Prefer to speak to someone?
Our team is glad to help you arrange your appointment over the phone.
0121 242 3299- No GP referral required
- Private appointments within days
- Fee-assured with all major insurers
- Clinics across Hertfordshire and London
Thank you, your request has been received
A member of the Herts-London Cardiology team will contact you within one working day to confirm your appointment.
Consultation Fees
Clear, transparent pricing with no hidden costs
Private care should never come with uncertainty. Here is exactly what your consultation costs and what is included, so you can plan with confidence.
Initial Consultation
A thorough first appointment with Dr Kirk to understand your heart health.
- A full, unhurried consultation, never rushed
- A careful review of your symptoms, history and any previous results
- A clear explanation of what is happening, in plain language
- Any heart investigations you need arranged promptly
- A written summary and personalised plan for you and your GP
Follow-up Consultation
A return appointment to review your results and agree the next steps.
- A clear, full explanation of your test results
- Time to ask every question on your mind
- An updated treatment plan and clear next steps
- Continued support from Dr Kirk and the team
Why Choose Us
Expert heart care, without the long wait
The NHS provides excellent cardiac care, but waiting lists are long. Choosing private care with Dr Kirk simply means being seen sooner, with continuity and time on your side.
How It Works
Your path to answers, in four simple steps
From your first call to a clear diagnosis, we keep every step straightforward and reassuring.
Request your appointment
Call us or complete the short form online. There is no need for a GP referral, and most patients are seen within days.
Meet Dr Kirk
In an unhurried consultation, Dr Kirk listens carefully, examines you and reviews your symptoms and history in full.
Any tests, arranged quickly
If investigations are needed, such as an echocardiogram, ECG monitoring or a cardiac scan, they are arranged promptly at a convenient clinic.
Clear answers and your plan
Dr Kirk explains your results in plain language and gives you a written summary and personalised plan, with ongoing support whenever you need it.
Where to Find Us
Clinics across Hertfordshire and London
Dr Kirk holds private clinics at six trusted hospitals, six days a week, so you can be seen at a time and place that suits you.
One Hatfield Hospital
Hatfield Avenue, Hatfield, Hertfordshire AL10 9UA
Wednesday afternoons Get directionsPinehill Hospital
Benslow Lane, Hitchin, Hertfordshire SG4 9QZ
Wednesday evenings Get directionsSpire Harpenden Hospital
Ambrose Lane, Harpenden, Hertfordshire AL5 4BP
Saturday mornings Get directionsThe Harley Street Clinic
78 Harley Street, London W1G 7HJ
Friday mornings Get directionsThe Cromwell Hospital
164-178 Cromwell Road, London SW5 0TU
Contact for clinic times View consultant profileBupa Health Centre, Canary Wharf
50 Bank Street, Canary Wharf, London E14 5NT
Contact for clinic times View consultant profileBooking and enquiries
Telephone and video consultations are available throughout the week, wherever you are.
Frequently Asked Questions
Your questions, answered
A few things patients often ask before booking. If anything else is on your mind, we are always happy to help.
Most patients are offered an appointment within a few days. Dr Kirk holds clinics six days a week across Hertfordshire and London, and telephone or video consultations can often be arranged even sooner.
No. You can book directly with Herts-London Cardiology without a GP referral. If you do have a referral letter or any previous test results, please bring them, as they help Dr Kirk build a full picture.
Dr Kirk is fee-assured with all major insurers, including Bupa, AXA Health, Aviva, Vitality and WPA. This means his fees stay within your insurer's agreed limits. Please contact your insurer for an authorisation code before your appointment.
Dr Kirk will listen carefully to your symptoms, review your medical history and examine you. He will explain what he believes is happening and, if needed, arrange heart tests such as an echocardiogram or ECG monitoring. You will leave with a clear plan.
Common reasons to seek a cardiology opinion include palpitations or an irregular heartbeat, chest pain or tightness, breathlessness, dizziness or blackouts, and high blood pressure. If you are worried about your heart, it is always reasonable to seek expert reassurance.
An initial consultation starts from £250 and a follow-up from £150. Any diagnostic tests are quoted clearly in advance, with no hidden fees, so you always know where you stand.
Yes. Telephone and video consultations are available throughout the week and are well suited to discussing symptoms, reviewing results and follow-up care. Dr Kirk will advise if an in-person assessment or scan is needed.
Still have a question? Call us on 0121 242 3299.
Take the First Step
Get clear answers about your heart, and the reassurance you deserve
Book a private consultation with Dr Paul Kirk and be seen within days, not months.
Request Private AppointmentFee-assured with all major insurers · Self-funding patients welcome · No GP referral required