Consultant-led heart rhythm care in Sheffield

Precise diagnosis. Calm, clear treatment of heart rhythm disorders.

Sheffield Arrhythmia Centre brings together two consultant cardiologists and electrophysiologists to investigate and treat palpitations, blackouts and irregular heartbeats — for patients across Sheffield, South Yorkshire and North Derbyshire.

Why it matters

Heart rhythm problems are common — and often treatable

Palpitations and irregular heartbeats bring a great many people to their GP every year. Most causes are identifiable, and many are curable once correctly diagnosed.

2.5% of the UK population experience palpitations caused by atrial fibrillation
7 / 100 people over 65 in the UK live with atrial fibrillation
~30% of strokes may be linked to silent, undiagnosed atrial fibrillation
~40% of palpitations are due to a treatable electrical abnormality of the heart
Your consultants

Meet the team

Both consultants are practising NHS electrophysiologists at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals, bringing that same depth of specialist experience to private consultation.

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Dr Andreas Kyriacou

Consultant Cardiologist & Electrophysiologist

Treats complex arrhythmias including atrial fibrillation and ventricular tachycardia, and implants complex pacemakers and defibrillators. Honorary Senior Clinical Lecturer, Sheffield University.

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Dr Nick Kelland

Consultant Cardiologist & Electrophysiologist

Performs over 250 electrophysiology and device procedures a year, covering all arrhythmia types including VT and AF, using current ablation techniques.

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Conditions we treat

Understanding your heart rhythm

Four conditions account for the great majority of the palpitations, breathlessness and blackouts we see in clinic.

SVT

Sudden, fast palpitations caused by an extra electrical connection in the heart. Often curable with a single ablation procedure.

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Atrial flutter

A fast, regular electrical circuit in the upper chambers, causing breathlessness and fatigue. Highly treatable with ablation.

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Atrial fibrillation

Chaotic electrical activity in the atria causing an irregular pulse, tiredness and an increased risk of stroke.

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Pacemakers

For blackouts and dizziness caused by a slow heart rhythm, a small implanted device can restore a reliable heartbeat.

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Working with

Our hospitals and partner organisations

BMI Thornbury Hospital BMI The Park Hospital NHS Arrhythmia Alliance AF Association

Ready to talk about your symptoms?

GP referrals are welcome from across Sheffield, South Yorkshire and North Derbyshire. You can also contact us directly to ask a question before referral.