Private Cardiology Telephone Consultation
Cardiology telephone appointment with a Consultant Cardiologist, from anywhere in the UK
Speak directly with Consultant Cardiologist Dr Salam Salloum (GMC 5209498) in a private 30-minute cardiology telephone appointment, available to patients throughout the UK.
This cardiology telephone consultation provides dedicated time to discuss your symptoms, review existing results and receive clear, personalised specialist advice without travelling to a clinic.
A private consultation with a Consultant Cardiologist
Your 30-minute cardiology telephone consultation is centred on your concerns, clinical history and available results. Dr Salloum will review the information carefully, explain the clinical considerations in clear language and outline appropriate next steps. If you want to speak to a private cardiologist or an online cardiologist without travelling to a clinic, a phone appointment is the simplest way to do it.
This service may be suitable for new symptoms, known heart conditions, abnormal test results, medication queries, follow-up after hospital care or a cardiology second opinion.
What can be discussed?
- Symptoms such as chest pain, palpitations, breathlessness, dizziness or blackouts
- Known conditions including angina, atrial fibrillation, SVT, POTS, high blood pressure, heart failure and valve disease (you can check a home reading first with our free blood pressure checker)
- ECGs, heart scans, blood tests and previous clinic or hospital correspondence
- Current medication and cardiovascular risk factors
- Cardiology second opinions and questions following previous investigations or treatment
What is included in your consultation?
- Dedicated time with Consultant Cardiologist Dr Salam Salloum
- A structured review of your symptoms, medical history and current medication
- Clear explanation of the likely causes and any important uncertainties
- Personalised recommendations for treatment, monitoring or further assessment
- A written consultation letter summarising the discussion and management plan
Where clinically appropriate, further investigations may be recommended, including an ECG, echocardiogram, ambulatory heart-rhythm monitoring, blood-pressure monitoring, stress testing, cardiac CT or cardiac MRI.
Convenient access across the UK
The consultation can take place from your home or another quiet, private location. Self-funded patients do not require a GP referral. If you plan to use private medical insurance, please confirm your cover and obtain any required authorisation before booking.
- UK-wide access without travelling to a clinic
- Flexible appointments, available seven days a week
- Same or next-day availability, subject to appointment capacity
- Clear guidance if a face-to-face assessment or testing would be more appropriate
When a telephone consultation may not be suitable
A telephone consultation does not include a physical examination or diagnostic testing. Depending on your symptoms, Dr Salloum may recommend a face-to-face assessment or further investigations.
This is not an emergency service. If you develop severe or persistent chest pain, marked breathlessness, collapse or another potentially life-threatening symptom, call 999 or attend the nearest emergency department.
When a cardiology telephone appointment is the right choice
A cardiology telephone appointment is a good choice when the main purpose is a conversation: understanding a diagnosis, going through test results, reviewing medicines, or deciding what to do next. You do not need a camera, a video app or a strong internet connection, and you can take the call from home or work.
It is particularly useful if you:
- have new or ongoing symptoms and want specialist advice on what they might mean and what to do next
- have been told about an abnormal ECG, echocardiogram or blood test and want it explained
- want a cardiology second opinion on a diagnosis or treatment plan
- need a follow-up after hospital care or want to review your heart medicines
- prefer to speak rather than use video, or have a poor connection
A telephone appointment does not include an examination or a test. If a physical examination, an ECG or a scan is likely to change the answer, Dr Salloum will tell you and advise the best way to arrange it, including a face to face consultation in Peterborough or Corby. If you have severe chest pain, collapse or sudden breathlessness, call 999.
Telephone or video consultation: which should I choose?
Both are private 30-minute consultations with Consultant Cardiologist Dr Salam Salloum, available throughout the UK, and both end with a written letter you can share with your own doctors.
- Telephone: simplest to set up, works with any phone, and suits a focused discussion of symptoms, results or medicines
- Video: allows you to share your screen or show home blood-pressure readings and documents, and is closer to a face to face conversation. See the cardiology video consultation
If you are unsure, choose the one you are most comfortable with. The advice is the same.
Online prescription after your consultation
If treatment is appropriate after your telephone consultation, Dr Salloum can issue a private prescription online as part of your appointment, at no extra cost. During the consultation you give your full name, date of birth, NHS number and address, and you then receive a text message and an email explaining how to collect your medicine from your local pharmacy.
A prescription is issued only after a clinical assessment, and only for patients in the UK. Controlled drugs and medicines outside a cardiologist’s expertise are not prescribed.
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Cardiology telephone consultation FAQs
What are the benefits of a cardiology telephone consultation?
A private telephone consultation gives you direct access to Consultant Cardiologist Dr Salam Salloum without travelling to a clinic. It is suitable for reviewing symptoms, existing test results, medication questions, follow-up and second opinions. Appointments are available across the UK, and no GP referral is required for self-funded bookings.
Do I need a GP referral to book?
No. Self-funded patients can self-refer and book directly. If you plan to use private medical insurance, check your policy and obtain any required referral or authorisation before booking.
How should I prepare for the telephone consultation?
- Have a list of your symptoms, current medicines and relevant medical history.
- Keep recent ECGs, blood-test results, scan reports and clinic letters available.
- Write down the questions you would like to discuss.
- Choose a quiet, private place where you can speak comfortably.
What will be discussed during the consultation?
Dr Salloum will review your symptoms, medical history, current medicines and any available test results. He will explain the clinical considerations, answer your questions and outline recommendations for treatment, monitoring or further assessment.
What can be assessed during a telephone consultation?
You can discuss cardiac symptoms, known heart conditions, abnormal results, current medication, cardiovascular risk, follow-up after hospital care and cardiology second opinions. A telephone consultation is not suitable for emergencies; call 999 for severe or potentially life-threatening symptoms.
Can a telephone consultation replace a face-to-face appointment?
It can be very useful for reviewing symptoms, test results, treatment questions and ongoing conditions. However, it does not include a physical examination or diagnostic testing. Dr Salloum will advise if a face-to-face assessment or further investigation is needed.
Can I use private medical insurance?
Coverage varies between insurers and policies. Please check whether telephone cardiology consultations are covered and obtain any required referral or authorisation before booking.
What should I do if my symptoms become urgent?
This service is not intended for emergencies. If you develop severe or persistent chest pain, marked breathlessness, collapse or another potentially life-threatening symptom, call 999 or attend the nearest emergency department.
What if I have questions after the consultation?
You can contact the clinic by email, telephone or WhatsApp if you need clarification about the advice provided. If further clinical assessment is required, a follow-up consultation may be recommended.
What if further cardiac tests are needed?
Dr Salloum may recommend blood tests, an ECG, echocardiography, blood-pressure monitoring, ambulatory heart-rhythm monitoring or cardiac imaging. Your consultation letter will explain the recommended next steps and how the investigations can be arranged.
Is the consultation confidential?
Yes. Your medical information is handled in accordance with professional confidentiality standards and applicable UK data-protection requirements. Please choose a quiet, private location for the telephone call.
Will I receive a consultation letter?
Yes. You will receive a written letter summarising the relevant history, available results, advice and management plan. It can be sent by email or WhatsApp according to your preference, and you may share it with your GP or another clinician involved in your care.
Can I speak to a cardiologist by phone?
Yes. A cardiology telephone appointment is a private 30-minute consultation with Consultant Cardiologist Dr Salam Salloum. It is available to patients throughout the UK.
How do I book a cardiology telephone appointment?
Choose a date and time using the booking button on this page. Before the appointment, send any ECG, scan, blood test or hospital reports you hold, together with a short summary of your concern.
Can I discuss a test result or second opinion by phone?
Yes. Many telephone appointments are used to have ECG, echocardiogram or blood test results explained, or to review a diagnosis or treatment plan. You receive a written letter afterwards.
Will the telephone consultation include an examination?
No. A telephone appointment cannot include an examination, ECG or scan. If one is needed, Dr Salloum will explain why and advise how to arrange it, including face to face in Peterborough or Corby.
Can I get an online prescription after my consultation?
Yes. If treatment is appropriate, Consultant Cardiologist Dr Salam Salloum can issue a private prescription online as part of your telephone consultation. You receive a text message and an email explaining how to collect your medicine from your local pharmacy.
Is the online prescription included in the consultation price?
Yes. There is no extra fee for the prescription. You give your full name, date of birth, NHS number and address during the consultation. Controlled drugs and medicines outside a cardiologist’s expertise are not prescribed, and prescriptions are not available for patients outside the UK.