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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 June 2026
Reading, by topic.
Preparing for your first cardiology visit
What to bring, what we’ll cover in those 45 minutes, and the small things that make a big difference.
Living well after a cardiac diagnosis
The first six weeks matter most. A grounded, practical look at sleep, movement, food, and feeling like yourself again.
The questions patients ask me most
Statins, stress tests, family history, “is it stress or my heart?” — the answers I find myself giving every week.
Understanding your cholesterol numbers
Total, LDL, HDL, ApoB — what each one actually tells us, and why one of them matters more than the others.
Atrial fibrillation, in plain English
Why it happens, why we treat it the way we do, and the choice between rhythm control and rate control.
What to expect from an echocardiogram
From the gel and the wand to the report — a step‑by‑step walkthrough so nothing about it feels surprising.
Should I be worried about my palpitations?
A practical framework for sorting the harmless flutters from the things that genuinely warrant a closer look.
The truth about stress and the heart
Stress doesn’t ’cause’ heart attacks the way the headlines say — but the relationship is real, and it’s worth understanding.
When to call 999, when to call your GP
A simple, fridge‑magnet‑sized guide to the symptoms that need urgent attention and the ones that can wait until Monday.
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.
FAQ
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.
FAQ
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.
FAQ
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.