Dr George Asimakopoulos is a highly esteemed aortic surgeon at Royal Brompton Hospital, renowned for his expertise in complex aortic conditions. He graduated in medicine from the University of Hamburg, Germany, in 1992. Dr Asimakopoulos completed his training in cardiothoracic surgery on the West London rotation from 1999 to 2006, followed by a prestigious one-year fellowship in heart and lung transplantation at Harefield Hospital.

Dr Asimakopoulos began his career as a consultant cardiac surgeon at University Hospitals Bristol NHS Foundation Trust, where he served for seven years. During his tenure, he became one of the busiest cardiac surgeons in the UK, performing over 230 cardiac surgery operations annually.

In February 2014, Dr Asimakopoulos joined Royal Brompton Hospital, where he specialises in aortic surgery. His areas of expertise include the aortic valve, aortic root, ascending aorta, and arch. He is also highly skilled in treating endocarditis and performing surgeries on patients who have previously undergone cardiac procedures.

Dr Asimakopoulos is dedicated to providing exceptional care to his patients and is committed to advancing the field of aortic surgery through his extensive experience and innovative techniques.