Dr Christopher Baker
PhD, FRCP
Cardiologist
35 years of experience
London, W1G 8BJ
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by Dr. Ricardo Jose, Dr Ravleen Sabharwal and 3 other professionals
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About Dr Christopher Baker
Dr Chris Baker qualified from Charing Cross and Westminster Medical School in 1990 and completed his PhD in Myocardial Hibernation and Stunning at the Hammersmith Hospital.
He was trained in cardiology at the London Chest and St Bartholomew's Hospitals and is on the specialist register for both Cardiology and General Internal Medicine.
Dr Baker is an Interventional Cardiologist and a Consultant at the Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust. He performs hundreds of coronary and other cardiac procedures each year.
He has a special interest in the management of patients with complex coronary artery disease, including chronic total occlusions, heart disease in those who are also affected by kidney problems, and percutaneous treatments for the mitral valve, including Mitraclip implants. He runs a specialist clinic at the North West London Renal Unit.
He performs a variety of cardiac procedures, including treatments for complex coronary artery disease, structural heart problems, pacemaker implantation, and heart valve abnormalities.
Diseases, Medical Tests and Treatments
- Coronary angiography
- Coronary intervention and stenting (angioplasty)
- Chronic total occlusion (CTO) angioplasty and stenting
- Cardiac biopsy
- Single and dual chamber pacermaker implantation
- Invasive assessment of valvular heart disease
- Percutaneous Mitral Valve Repair
- Patent Foramen Ovale (PFO) Closure
- Invasive Assessment of Pulmonary Hypertension
- Treatment of complex coronary artery disease
- Cardiorenal disease
- Mitral valve disease, balloon mitral commisurotomy, edge to edge (Mitraclip) mitral valve repair
- Cryptogenic stroke (stroke that occurs for no detectable reason)
Subspecialties
- Interventional Cardiology
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Registered with
General Medical Council
No. 3477441
Education
University of London
Medicine
Graduated 1990
Qualifications
- MBBS BSc Charing Cross and Westminster Medical School 1990
- PhD in Myocardial Hibernation and Stunning Hammersmith Hospital 1995
- FRCP
- British Cardiac Society
- European Cardiac Society
- British Cardiac Intervention Society
Languages spoken
- English
Consultation fees
- New appointment: £220
- Follow-up appointment: £180
Insurers
- Bupa
- Aetna
- Bupa Fee Assured
- AXA Health
- The Exeter
- Simply Health (Dental)
- Healix Health Services
- Cigna
- WPA
- Allianz Worldwide Care
- Aviva Health
- Vitality
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35 Weymouth Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 8BJ
(736)
Floor 15, Thames View, Fulham Palace Road, London, United Kingdom, W6 8RF
(500)
Robert & Lisa Sainsbury Wing, Du Cane Road, London, United Kingdom, W12 0HS
Reviews
From the outset you are made feel welcomed and his informal manner put you instantly at ease. His explanations of possible causes, impact and treatments are very well explained and he ensures you are fully aware of what will take place at each stage. Definitely felt confident that his treatment would be to the highest standard.
I find my consultations with Dr Baker to be both informative, pragmatic and extremely reassuring.
Dr Baker has a warm and straight forward approach making you feel informed as well as assured that you are in good hands.
I was referred to Dr Baker and I was surprised by his professionalism, patience and compassion, which is impressive for a consultant who is very busy at all times. Thank you for all your advices and reassurance.
I have been a patient of Dr Baker over 9 years. He listens the issues/problems patently and gives his opinion honestly and articulate it in simple way for a layman to understand. He has built such a trusted rapport that everytime I have had a meeting with him, I come out feeling confident.
I would highly recommend Dr Baker. He was reassuring and friendly and I felt I was in great hands. Everything was explained clearly and I felt I was listened to .
I have found Dr Baker a highly experienced, professional and knowledgeable consultant. He is very approachable and able to easily answer questions thoroughly and help patients on all aspects of care. This means that he considers patients as individuals rather than treating just one specific condition. In addition his surgical skills are exceptional and his caring approach to his patients is very reassuring.
I have had a number of consultations with Dr Baker and I would highly recommend him. I have always found him to be very friendly, understanding, calm, compassionate and extremely knowledgeable. He is highly responsive and makes me feel supported and cared for. His Practice Manager , Michelle Rodgers, works closely and effectively with Dr Baker and she has always been extremely helpful whenever I had any issues or concerns.
Endorsements
Excellent cardiologist; always available to help with complex cardiology matters
28 Jun 2025
Dr. Ricardo Jose
Respiratory DoctorMy patients really value his excellent clinical judgement and direct style. Highly recommended
01 May 2024
Dr Ravleen Sabharwal
General PractitionerI have known Chris since 1999 when we worked at The London Chest Hospital. He is both an excellent Cardiologist and a charming man, and an expert in treating both coronary artery disease and structural heart disease. I have no hesitation in recommending him.
04 Mar 2024
Dr Oliver Segal
CardiologistOne of the best, if not the best ,interventional cardiologists I know.
21 Aug 2020PS
Professor Alan Salama
NephrologistFAQ
What are Dr Christopher Baker's reviews like?
Dr Christopher Baker's overall patient rating is 5 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 18 reviews.
What languages does Dr Christopher Baker speak?
Dr Christopher Baker speaks English
Where is Dr Christopher Baker located?
Dr Christopher Baker primarily practices at HCA Healthcare UK The Harley Street Clinic, located at 35 Weymouth Street, London, United Kingdom, W1G 8BJ
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