He has a keen interest in research and is extremely passionate about delivering patient-centred, high-quality care and always takes the time to explain the medical situation so that patients are able to make well informed choices. Dr Sidhu fosters a safe and open environment in which both he and the patient can discuss the treatment options, proposed investigations and management plan.

Training

Dr Sidhu qualified from The University of Southampton with a Bachelor of Medicine. He completed his Cardiology training in London and the South East, undertaking several prestigious posts in a number of renowned centres. He subsequently completed specialist training in Cardiac Rhythm Management and Heart Failure at King’s College Hospital.

During his training, Dr Sidhu undertook many audits and service improvement projects to identify areas that required development and through implementing changes, he ultimately, enhanced patient care. He continues to undertake projects as a Consultant Cardiologist. 

Practice

Dr Sidhu works as a Consultant Cardiologist at Croydon University Hospital and is the lead for heart failure. He has a subspecialist interest in the management of patients that suffer with both heart failure and cardiac rhythm disorders.

He is proficient with all cardiac devices including the following; implantable loop recorders, pacemakers, implantable cardioverter defibrillator and cardiac resynchronisation therapy. These all assist with the detection and treatment of both slow and fast heart rhythm disorders. He leads the heart failure multi-disciplinary team to ensure patients with complex conditions are thoroughly investigated and appropriate management plans are implemented.  

Research and Publications

Dr Sidhu has a strong background in academia and has been awarded a Doctor of Philosophy in cardiac device therapy and cardiac imaging from Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust and King’s College London in 2021. He has both first and co-authored over 60 publications in leading peer reviewed international journals, investigating advances in cardiac rhythm management and heart failure. He has presented at several national and international conferences and was a finalist at the Royal Society of Medicine President’s Prize Awards. Dr Sidhu continues to be actively involved in research.

Teaching

Dr Sidhu is actively involved in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and was awarded the annual “best teacher” prize for his brilliant training of junior doctors. He has designed and run a postgraduate teaching course which involved delivering lectures on how to effectively communicate with patients and how to adopt a patient centred approach.

He has developed a monthly teaching programme at Croydon University Hospital and is currently responsible for undergraduate students within the department. He was recently congratulated by St George’s University of London for delivering an excellent clinical placement. Students gave exemplary feedback and he received the highest student satisfaction rating, making his placement one of the top most highly rated clinical placements.

Patient feedback

Dr Sidhu is an approachable doctor who is well liked by his patients. He is a proficient clinician, has meticulous attention to detail and thoroughly discusses his management plans to ensure patients remain fully informed and involved in treatment decisions.

He regularly receives outstanding feedback from patients regarding his caring and compassionate bedside manner and this is reflected in his regular patient surveys. In addition, he is well regarded amongst colleagues for his excellent clinical decision making and a good team player. 

Personal life

Outside of work, Dr Sidhu enjoys playing badminton, chess and tennis.

General Cardiology

• Adult patients
• Palpitations, dizzy spells, blackouts, fainting, collapse
• Breathlessness and leg swelling
• Chest pain, angina, coronary artery disease
• Heart failure and inherited cardiac conditions
• Hypertension
• High cholesterol
• Myocarditis / pericarditis
• Heart valve problems 
• Pre-operative and post-operative cardiovascular assessment
• Driving license renewals

Cardiac Rhythm Management

• Atrial fibrillation, supraventricular tachycardia, ventricular tachycardia, tachycardia and bradycardia
• ECG and Holter’s
• Exercise ECG
• Cardioversion
• Implantable loop recorder
• Pacemaker
• Implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD)
• Cardiac resynchronisation therapy (CRT)

• British Society for Heart Failure 
• European Society of Cardiology
• Arrhythmia Alliance
• British Medical Association
• General Medical Council

Key Publications:

• Sidhu BS, Lee AWC, Gould J et al.; Guided implantation of a leadless left ventricular endocardial electrode and acoustic transmitter using computed tomography anatomy, dynamic perfusion and mechanics, and predicted activation pattern. Heart Rhythm. 2023 Jul.
• Sidhu BS, Claridge S, Gu H et al.; The physiological effects of cardiac resynchronization therapy on aortic and pulmonary flow and dynamic and static components of systemic impedance. Heart Rhythm O2. 2021 May.
• Sidhu BS, Sieniewicz B, Gould J et al.; Leadless left ventricular endocardial pacing for CRT upgrades in previously failed and high-risk patients in comparison with coronary sinus CRT upgrades. Europace. 2021 Oct.
• Sidhu BS, Gould J, Elliott MK et al.; Clinical effectiveness of a dedicated cardiac resynchronization therapy pre-assessment clinic incorporating cardiac magnetic resonance imaging and cardiopulmonary exercise testing on patient selection and outcomes. Int J Cardiol Heart Vasc. 2021 Jun.
• Sidhu BS, Gould J, Elliott MK et al.; Leadless left ventricular endocardial pacing anad left bundle branch area pacing for cardiac resynchronization therapy. Arrhythmia and electrophysiology reviews. Electrophysiology Rev. 2021 Apr.
• Sidhu BS, Gould J, Elliott M et al.; The effect of centre volume and procedure location on major complications and mortality from transvenous lead extraction: an ESC EHRA EORP European Lead Extraction ConTRolled ELECTRa Registry subanalysis-Author's reply. Europace. 2021 Mar.
• Sidhu BS, Ayis S, Gould J et al.; Risk stratification of patients undergoing transvenous lead extraction with the ELECTRa Registry Outcome Score (EROS): An ESC EHRA EORP European Lead Extraction ConTRolled ELECTRa Registry Analysis. Europace.
• Sidhu BS, Rua T, Gould J et al.; Economic evaluation of a dedicated cardiac resynchronisation therapy preassessment clinic. Open Heart. 2020.
• Sidhu BS, Gould J, Bunce C et al.; The effect of centre volume and procedure location on major complications and mortality from transvenous lead extraction: an ESC EHRA EORP European Lead Extraction ConTRolled ELECTRa registry subanalysis. Europace. 2020.
• Sidhu BS, Gould J, Porter B et al.; Completely Leadless Cardiac Resynchronization Defibrillator System. JACC Clin Electrophysiol. 2020.
• Sidhu BS, Porter B, Gould J et al.; Leadless left ventricular endocardial pacing in nonresponders to conventional cardiac resynchronization therapy. Pacing Clin Electrophysiol. 2020.
• Sidhu BS, Lee AWC, Haberland U et al.; Combined computed tomographic perfusion and mechanics with predicted activation pattern can successfully guide implantation of a wireless endocardial pacing system. Europace. 2020 Feb.
• Sidhu BS, Gould J, Sieniewicz B et al.; Successful Percutaneous Femoral Extraction of A Detached Tricuspid Valve-in-Valve Balloon Delivery System. Clin Case Rep, 2019 Aug.
• Sidhu BS, Rajani R, and Rinaldi CA.; Chronic ventricular lead perforation: Expect the unexpected. Clinical case reports, 2019 Mar.
• Sidhu BS, Gould J, Sieniewicz B et al.; The role of transvenous lead extraction in the management of redundant or malfunctioning pacemaker and defibrillator leads post ELECTRa. Europace. 2018 Nov.
• Sidhu BS, Gould J, Sieniewicz BJ et al.; Complications associated with cardiac resynchronization therapy upgrades versus de novo implantations. Expert Rev Cardiovasc Ther. 2018 Aug.
• Sidhu BS, Gerber RT.; Percutaneous Coronary Intervention For Bifurcation Lesions: A State-Of-The-Art Review Of Techniques And Dedicated Devices. EMJ Int Cardiol, 2016.