Areas of expertise

Dr Markides is a Consultant Cardiologist with a particular interest and expertise in the management of all arrhythmias, particularly ablation for complex arrhythmias. This includes atrial fibrillation and ventricular tachycardia, as well as implantation of pacemakers, ICDs and devices for cardiac resynchronisation. 

Clinical background

He qualified in 1992 from Imperial College, London, with distinction in all subjects and was awarded the University of London Gold Medal. He continued his training in a number of teaching centres in London, including St Mary’s, St Thomas’ and Hammersmith Hospitals. 

He was appointed as consultant cardiologist with an interest in arrhythmias in 2002 and led the arrhythmia service on both sites of the Trust, between 2005 and 2014, with the arrhythmia service developing into the largest such service in the UK.

Since Dec 2014, he has led the Heart Division of the Royal Brompton Hospital as Divisional Director. 

Research interests

His particular research interest is in individualised mapping of atrial fibrillation to further guide treatment and improve outcomes in patients with persistent AF. 

Leading developments in arrhythmias

Dr Markides has been a writing member for the National Service Framework for CHD (Chapter 8: Arrhythmias), and for a number of years was the clinical lead for arrhythmias / devices for the Northwest London Cardiovascular and Stroke Network, before taking overall leadership for cardiovascular services for the same network. He has played an important role in the shaping and delivery of a novel model of care for arrhythmias in London. 

Contact information:

Mrs Bernice Walker

Phone: +44 20 70348934

email: bernice@24hrcardiology.com