Dr James Howard
Consultant Cardiologist
Heart Health
Sub-specialties: Cardiology, Dizzy Spells, Echocardiography, Cardiac MRI.
02036532005
Overview
Dr. James Howard is a Consultant Cardiologist at OneWelbeck and Hammersmith Hospital, and World-Renowned Academic at Imperial College London.
About Dr James Howard
Dr. James Howard is a Consultant Cardiologist at OneWelbeck and Hammersmith Hospital, and a World-Renowned Academic at Imperial College London. His clinical and academic career combines cutting-edge research with compassionate patient care. Dr. Howard is an internationally recognised expert in cardiac imaging, particularly cardiac MRI, and has spearheaded the development of innovative MRI sequences now used across multiple centres in London. To date, he has secured over £1 million in research funding, reflecting his leadership and impact in the field.
In addition to his subspecialty in cardiac imaging, Dr. Howard is adept at diagnosing and treating a wide range of conditions, including chest pain, breathlessness, palpitations, leg swelling, heart valve problems, and cardiovascular risk assessment.
Dr. Howard understands the critical importance of getting the basics of cardiovascular health right, such as blood pressure and cholesterol management. He published the elegant and world-renowned SAMSON Trial, published in the New England Journal of Medicine, which investigated the causes of statin side effects and has significantly influenced how clinicians approach this common issue.
Areas of Expertise
Dr. Howard provides expert care for a range of conditions, including:
- Chest pain
- Breathlessness
- Palpitations
- Dizziness and collapses
- Leg swelling
- Cardiovascular risk assessment and primary prevention
He performs a variety of investigations and treatments, such as:
- Echocardiography
- Cardiac MRI
- Advanced cardiac risk profiling
- Cardiopulmonary exercise testing
Additional Information
Dr. Howard’s groundbreaking contributions to cardiac imaging include developing AI-driven MRI protocols that enable faster and more accurate diagnoses, and his expertise has been instrumental in multiple high-profile clinical trials.
Beyond his clinical and academic roles, Dr. Howard has received numerous awards, including the prestigious BMJ UK Research Paper of the Year award and several gold medals for his AI work (in one instance beating Facebook’s own engineers to a $40,000 price).
Dr. Howard is a highly sought-after speaker, regularly lecturing on clinical trials and artificial intelligence in cardiology. He has also been awarded several teaching accolades, reflecting his passion for mentoring the next generation of medical professionals.
Dr. Howard holds memberships in leading professional societies, including:
- British Cardiovascular Society
- British Society of Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance
- Society of Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance
- British Society of Echocardiography
Dr. Howard is proud to offer his expertise to patients, delivering individualised, world-class care informed by his extensive experience and groundbreaking research.
Research Highlights
Dr. Howard’s research integrates advanced computational methods with clinical cardiology to address complex problems in heart disease. His work has garnered national and international recognition, including prestigious awards and over £1 million in research funding. Key contributions include:
- Leading the SAMSON trial, published in the New England Journal of Medicine, which elegantly addressed the causes of statin side effects. This landmark study has profoundly influenced lipid management worldwide.
- Developing AI-driven methods for cardiac MRI which improve the accuracy of these scans. These innovations are now used across multiple London centres.
- Leading groundbreaking research on heart failure drugs, contributing to meta-analyses and systematic reviews that inform clinical guidelines.
Dr. Howard’s work continues to shape the future of cardiology, bridging cutting-edge technology with clinical excellence to improve patient outcomes globally.
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