Cardiologist
Dr. Iqbal Malik
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust · London, United Kingdom
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Why this doctor may suit you
- Frequently treats hypertension in London
- 25+ years of clinical experience
- Patient feedback emphasises friendly for first-time patients
- Accepting new and second-opinion patients
Treatment mix
Where this doctor spends clinical time
Bedside manner
Communication style
Doctor vibe
How patients describe the consult
Who comes in
Common patient types
Top reasons
Patients commonly visit for
- Chest pain or tightness
- Palpitations
- High BP follow-up
- Cholesterol review
- Preventive heart checkup
In the clinic
Procedures performed frequently
ECG & Echo
353+ doneRoutine heart screening
Stress Testing
234+ doneTreadmill / pharmacological
Angiography Review
219+ doneImaging interpretation
Pacemaker Follow-up
377+ doneDevice monitoring
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What patients should realistically expect
Hypertension control
Most patients reach target BP in 4–8 weeks with adherence.
Lifestyle change
Diet, sleep and activity changes matter as much as medication.
We deliberately avoid success-rate claims. Outcomes vary — your doctor will give you a personalised view.
Journey
A typical treatment timeline
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Week 1
Baseline workup
ECG, blood work and risk profiling.
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Week 4
Medication tuning
Adjust doses based on response and side effects.
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Month 3
Stable control
Targets met; switch to quarterly reviews.
Treatment philosophy
“I tailor medication to your daily routine, not the other way around.”
— Dr. Iqbal Malik
Expertise
Patient-type expertise
Cost expectation
Pricing tier
Tier reflects consultation + typical workup, not exact fees.
Recovery
Downtime to expect
- Most consultations — same day
- Stress test — rest 1 hour after
Plan your visit
Waiting time intelligence
28 min average wait
- • Lunch-hour slots see the shortest waits.
- • Weekends fill up — book 3–4 days ahead.
Reassurance
Second-opinion friendly
Open to second opinions. Reviews previous treatments and reports carefully.
Evidence-based
Research & academic profile
Track outcomes
Common result categories
Blood Pressure Trends
Outcomes vary by patient.
Cholesterol Improvement
Outcomes vary by patient.
Lifestyle Coaching
Outcomes vary by patient.
Care style
What patients consistently report
Patient FAQs
Frequently asked questions
How often should I get a heart checkup after 40?+
Once a year is reasonable for low-risk adults; more often if you have diabetes, hypertension or a family history.
Will I need to be on medication for life?+
Not always. Some patients reduce medication after sustained lifestyle changes — your cardiologist will guide this.
About Dr. Iqbal Malik
Consultant interventional cardiologist at Hammersmith Hospital and honorary clinical senior lecturer at Imperial.
Credentials & Expertise
- Education
- MA, PhD, FRCP
- Specialization
- Cardiologist
- Years in practice
- 25
- Languages
- —
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