Dr Rafal Dworakowski, Consultant Cardiologist
Dr Rafal Dworakowski
Consultant Cardiologist
Dr Rafal Dworakowski Lekarz
Consultant Cardiologist
Areas of expertise
- Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
- Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Chest Pain
- Coronary Artery Disease
About Dr Rafal Dworakowski
GMC number: 6133009
Year qualified: 1998
Place of primary qualification: Akademia Medyczna w Gdansku
Dr Rafal Dworakowski is a leading Consultant Cardiologist with HCA Healthcare at the renowned London Bridge Hospital. He also holds an NHS post at Kings College Hospital, where he serves as the quality and governance lead for the cardiovascular division. Dr Dworakowski has vast experience and knowledge across all areas of general cardiology, with a special interest in valvular heart disease, coronary artery disease, and acute and chronic heart failure. He works within a multidisciplinary team of cardiothoracic surgeons, microbiologists, and specialist nurses, providing a first-class infective endocarditis service.
Dr Dworakowski began his career at the Medical University of Gdansk in Poland, graduating with a Medical Degree in 1998. Following this, he completed his undergraduate training and undertook specialist training in general cardiology. In 2006, he started working at King's College Hospital in London, where he completed sub-speciality training in echocardiography, coronary, and structural intervention. Throughout his career, he has published several manuscripts and co-authored medical books. He remains heavily involved in active research and holds a post as Honorary Senior Lecturer at Kings College London.
Dr Dworakowski is proficient in a range of medical tests and treatments, including transoesophageal echocardiography, coronary stent insertion, valvuloplasty of the aortic valve (BAV), transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI), echocardiograms, and IVUS/OCT/PW guided coronary interventions. He treats conditions such as acute coronary syndrome, coronary artery disease, and heart valve problems.
Dr Dworakowski's dedication to cardiology and his extensive expertise make him a highly respected figure in his field. He has been with Kings College Hospital since 2006, continually contributing to advancements in cardiovascular care and research.
Areas of expertise
- 24 Hour Blood Pressure Monitor
- Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
- Angina
- Angioplasty
- Atherosclerosis
- Bubble Contrast Echocardiography
- CT Coronary Angiogram
- Calcium Coronary Score
- Chest Pain
- Coronary Angiography
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Coronary Stent Insertion
- ECG (Electrocardiogram)
- ECG Monitor
- Echocardiogram
- Endomyocardial Biopsy
- Exercise Stress Test
- Heart Attack
- Heart Murmurs
- Heart Valve Problems
- High Blood Pressure
- Transoesophageal Echocardiogram
- Unstable Angina
- Valvular Heart Disease
- Valvuloplasty