Dr Padmanabhan Venkatesha Shakkottai
Consultant Cardiologist
MBBS, MRCP (UK), MD (Res)
Specialises in
- Ajmaline testing
- • Atrial fibrillation ablation with cryoballoon
- Defibrillator implants (transvenous and subcutaneous)
- Electrophysiology test
- • Single and dual chamber pacemaker implantation
I am a Consultant Cardiologist with a specialist interest in cardiac electrophysiology and cardiac device implantation, and I have been working at consultant level for seven years. I have extensive experience in the diagnosis and treatment of heart rhythm disorders, including outpatient ambulatory monitoring, electrophysiology studies and cardiac ablation procedures for a wide range of arrhythmias.
My practice includes the management of conditions such as atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter, supraventricular tachycardia and ventricular arrhythmias. I perform complex cardiac ablation procedures, including cases using advanced electro-anatomic mapping technology, as well as epicardial ventricular tachycardia ablation. I also specialise in the implantation and management of pacemakers, implantable cardiac defibrillators (ICDs) and cardiac resynchronisation therapy devices.
To date, I have performed close to 800 cardiac ablations and 1,000 cardiac device procedures during my training and consultant career. I also have expertise in inherited cardiac conditions and am part of the established specialist team supporting this service at Hull University Teaching Hospitals, where I manage the arrhythmia aspects of patient care.
In addition to my clinical work, I am a local principal investigator and participant in international clinical trials at Hull University Teaching Hospitals and currently serve as Joint Clinical Lead in Cardiology.
I specialise in all aspects of cardiac rhythm management, including ambulatory heart rhythm assessment using Holter monitors, CardioMemo and Kardia mobile devices, interpretation of ECGs, exercise testing and the management of patients with implanted cardiac devices. I also work closely with cardiac imaging services to ensure accurate diagnosis and personalised treatment planning.
My specialist interests include atypical atrial flutter ablation using electro-anatomic mapping, ablation procedures for supraventricular tachycardia and typical atrial flutter, cardiac resynchronisation therapy, PVC ablation and redo atrial fibrillation ablations using radiofrequency and mapping techniques.
We are also currently introducing conduction system pacing within my NHS practice, with plans for this treatment to become available privately once the service is fully established.
My approach is focused on providing clear explanations, evidence-based treatment and personalised care to help patients feel informed, reassured and supported throughout their treatment journey.
Treatment information
Some of the principal treatments carried out by Dr Padmanabhan Venkatesha Shakkottai at Spire include:
Cardiology
- Ablation of arrhythmia
- Cardiomemo recording
- Cardioversion
- Electrocardiogram (ECG)
- Exercise ECG
- Pacemaker implantation
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Additional information
Qualification and professional memberships
MBBS / Manipal Academy of Higher Education / 2001
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
MRCP (UK) / London / 2006
Membership of the Royal College of Physicians
MD(Res) / University College London / 2011
Doctor of Medicine (Research) in Cardiovascular Sciences
Professional memberships
Member of Royal College of Physicians
Membership of Association of Inherited Cardiac Conditions
Professional leadership
I am the Joint Clinical Lead for Cardiology at Hull University Teaching Hospitals.
I am the Consultant in charge for the trainees rotating through Cardiology at Castle Hill Hospital.
Current NHS posts
Hull University Teaching Hospital NHS Trust
Personal profile
In my downtime I like to spend time with my family and like to travel. I am an accomplished musician and regularly perform Indian Classical Music at various venues around United Kingdom. I also teach vocal music to children in the Hull and East Riding Area.
Contact information
| Private secretary | Chesca Freize-Smith |
| Private secretary telephone | 01482 672496 |
| Private secretary email | Chesca.Frieze-Smith@spirehealthcare.com |