An initial consultation with Dr Ben Mercer is from £230.
Dr Ben Mercer
Consultant Cardiologist and Electrophysiologist
MBChB, MRCP, PhD
Specialises in
- Arrhythmia
- Atrial fibrillation
- Catheter ablation
- Heart rhythm problems
- Pacemakers
I am a senior Consultant Cardiologist and Electrophysiologist practising at the Spire Leeds and the Leeds General Infirmary. I am Clinical Lead for Electrophysiology and Catheter Ablation at the Leeds General Infirmary which is one of the UK's largest teaching hospital cardiac centres and among the country's highest-volume electrophysiology services, delivering advanced care for patients with complex heart rhythm disorders. I have an established track record for delivering high volume complex catheter ablations both in the NHS and private sector over a number of years with exceptional levels of safety, efficacy and patient satisfaction.
I graduated in Medicine from the University of Leeds in 2007 and completed specialist training in Cardiology and Cardiac Electrophysiology throughout the West Yorkshire region. Alongside my clinical training, I undertook research into cardiac rhythm disorders and was awarded a PhD from the University of Leeds in 2014.
My clinical practice is dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of cardiac arrhythmias (heart rhythm disorders). I manage the full spectrum of heart rhythm conditions, including atrial fibrillation, supraventricular tachycardia (SVT), premature beats (ectopics), atrial flutter, and ventricular arrhythmias. I am committed to providing personalised, evidence-based care and working closely with patients to identify the most appropriate treatment strategy for their individual circumstances.
A particular area of expertise is catheter ablation, including the use of the latest advanced technologies for the treatment of both straightforward and highly complex arrhythmias. This includes pulsed field ablation for atrial fibrillation, complex ventricular tachycardia ablation incorporating both endocardial and epicardial techniques, and state-of-the-art three-dimensional mapping systems. I also have extensive experience in the implantation and management of cardiac implantable electronic devices, including pacemakers, cardiac resynchronisation therapy (CRT) devices and implantable cardioverter-defibrillators (ICDs).
My goal is to deliver expert, compassionate care using the most advanced treatments available, helping patients achieve symptom relief, improved quality of life, and greater confidence in their heart health.
I have undergone extensive specialist training in the management of arrhythmia (heart rhythm disturbance). I take great satisfaction in working together with patients to find the best, tailored, solution for all heart rhythm problems such as atrial fibrillation, supraventricular tachycardia (SVT), ectopic beats, ventricular tachycardia and slow heart rhythm problems. I specialise in the use of catheter ablation as well as pacemaker therapy to manage such problems.
General Medical Council Number: 6158730
Treatment information
Some of the principal treatments carried out by Dr Ben Mercer at Spire include:
Cardiology
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Clinical interests
Cardiology
Qualification and professional memberships
MBChB / University of Leeds / 2007
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
MRCP / Royal College of Physicians, Edinburgh / 2010
Member, Royal College of Physicians
PhD / University of Leeds / 2014
Doctor of Philosophy
Professional memberships
Research and publications
As a British Heart Foundation Clinical Fellow, I completed an extensive period of dedicated research in vascular biology and the effects of diabetes on blood vessel repair. Following this I was awarded a PhD from the University of Leeds in 2014. I have continued to be involved in research relating to heart rhythm disturbance and management and more recently I have published research on atrial fibrillation in an international Journal.
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Current NHS posts
Consultant Cardiologist and Electrophysiologist, Leeds Teaching Hospital Trust.
Personal profile
I am very active and I have always loved to play sports. Indeed, my passion for heart rhythm problems was sparked when I had a catheter ablation as a child which allowed me to continue playing football. I continued this throughout University and I now enjoy running and playing golf in my spare time. I am married and we have two young children and a dog. When the weather allows, we enjoy camping holidays!
Contact information
| Telephone | Insured patients 0113 218 5908/9, self-pay patients 0113 218 5967 |
| info@spireleeds.com | |
| Private secretary | Amy Boyle |
| Private secretary telephone | 0113 2185915 |
| Private secretary email | amy.boyle5@nhs.net |