IN PRACTICE:

The prevention revolution in heart care

What does modern cardiology really look like behind clinic doors, and is the focus finally shifting from treatment to prevention?

Consultant Cardiologists, Dr Matt Balerdi and Dr Rahim Kanji, sit down for a candid chat about working in heart care today.

From the realities of working within different specialties to the pressures of an ageing population, the role of AI and why prevention is becoming one of the most powerful tools in cardiology, straight from two clinicians who live it every day.

No scripts. Just real experiences, real challenges and real insight into the future of heart care.

From the frontline of cardiology care today

The best parts of life in heart care
From first introductions to frontline experiences, Matt and Rahim reflect on what makes cardiology so rewarding, especially the power of clinic conversations, patient education and helping people change behaviours before disease takes hold.
The shift towards prevention
What it means to have prevention and early risk assessments at the forefront of cardiology care, exploring how modern tools like imaging and earlier detection are shifting the specialism from reactive treatment to proactive disease prevention.
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Statins under the spotlight
Our experts unpack the growing emphasis on medical therapy over procedures in many cases, going deeper on the subject of statins and why long-term outcomes often depend more on medication than intervention.
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Meet our cardiologists

Dr Rahim Kanji, Consultant Interventional Cardiologist, Welbeck

With extensive experience in cardiology, Dr Rahim Kanji specialises in the treatment of patients suffering from severe heart attacks, performing lifesaving angioplasty procedures.

Driven by a passion for delivering the highest standards of safe and effective care, Dr Kanji and his team were recently honoured with the Harold Thimbleby Award for Digital Transformation at the 2025 Excellence in Patient Care Awards.

This recognition celebrates their innovative integration of digital technologies into care pathways, which has led to significant improvements in patient outcomes.

Dr Matt Balerdi, Consultant Imaging Cardiologist, Spire Hull & East Riding Hospital

Dr Matt Balerdi is a Consultant Imaging Cardiologist specialising in echocardiography, cardiac CT and nuclear cardiology.

He serves as Secretary of the British Nuclear Cardiac Society, contributing at a national level to the advancement of nuclear cardiology practice.

Matt has strong clinical links across Hull region, where he has worked to enhance services for patients with congenital heart disease, inherited cardiac conditions and heart valve disease, helping to drive measurable improvements in patient care pathways.

He believes the cornerstone of excellent care is communication. By understanding how patients perceive their condition, he works collaboratively to develop treatment plans focused on progress and clarity, ensuring patients feel informed and supported at every stage of their journey.

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