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Patient resources, in English, Hindi, Bengali and Urdu.
A small library of guides, articles and short videos — written and recorded by Dr Das to answer the questions patients most often bring to clinic. Free to read, share, and bring back next visit.
The 12‑page guide I give every new patient.
What every adult should know about their heart at 40, 50 and 60 — boiled down to twelve pages, written entirely in everyday language, and free to download as a PDF for yourself or someone you care about.
15 min read · Updated July 2026
Reading, by topic.
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- Guide
Preparing for your first cardiology visit
What to bring, what happens in your first 45-minute appointment, and how to prepare — a consultant cardiologist’s guide to your first cardiology visit.
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- Article
Living well after a cardiac diagnosis
The first six weeks after a cardiac diagnosis matter most. A practical guide to sleep, movement, food and feeling like yourself again, from Dr Das.
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- Patient FAQ
The questions patients ask me most
Statins, stress tests, family history and more — Consultant Cardiologist Dr Debashish Das answers the questions his patients ask most in clinic.
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- Guide
Understanding your cholesterol numbers
Total, LDL, HDL and ApoB explained in plain English — what your cholesterol numbers actually mean and which one matters most for your heart.
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- Article
Atrial fibrillation, in plain English
What atrial fibrillation is, why it happens, and how rate control and rhythm control differ, explained in plain English by a consultant cardiologist.
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- Guide
What to expect from an echocardiogram
Gel, probe and a 20-40 minute scan — a step-by-step guide to what happens during an echocardiogram, so nothing about your heart scan feels surprising.
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- Patient FAQ
Should I be worried about my palpitations?
Learn which palpitations are usually harmless and which need urgent attention, with a practical framework from Consultant Cardiologist Dr Das.
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- Article
The truth about stress and the heart
Stress doesn’t cause heart attacks the way headlines suggest. Discover the real relationship between stress and your heart, and what to do about it.
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When to call 999, when to call your GP
A simple guide to which heart symptoms need a 999 call and which can wait for your GP — practical advice for you and your family from Dr Das.
Featured, videos.
Short, jargon‑free explanations on the most common patient questions — uploaded weekly to YouTube and free to share.
The questions I’m asked most.
FAQ
Do I need a GP referral to be seen?
No. You’re welcome to book directly. If we end up needing imaging or onward referral, I’ll write to your GP with a copy to you.
FAQ
Are you recognised by my insurer?
Yes — by all major UK insurers, including Bupa, AXA Health, Aviva, Vitality, WPA and Cigna. Please bring your authorisation code to the first appointment.
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How quickly can I be seen?
For new symptoms, same‑week appointments are usually available across all three sites. For routine reviews, two‑week notice is typical.
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What happens if you find something concerning?
We discuss it together, in the same appointment, in plain language. If urgent action is needed, I’ll arrange it directly — usually within 24 hours.
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Will I be seen by you, or by a trainee?
Always by me. Junior doctors and trainees do not see private patients in this practice.
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Can family members come into the room?
Of course — and they’re often very welcome. Two pairs of ears are always better than one when there’s a lot to take in.
Have a question we haven’t answered? Just ask.
If you’d like to discuss your symptoms before booking anything, the secretary is happy to arrange a 10‑minute phone call with Dr Das at no charge.