Dr. Robert Smith is a highly accomplished Consultant Interventional Cardiologist currently serving at The Royal Brompton & Harefield Hospitals since July 2010. With an impressive educational background, he earned his MBBS from the University of London in 1999, followed by MRCP (2002), M.D. (2009), CCT in Cardiology (2010), and FRCP (2016). His postgraduate research at the University of London focused on myocardial protection, contributing significantly to the field.

Smith's clinical expertise is diverse and substantial, particularly in interventional cardiology, a specialty he has pursued for over 20 years. He has an extensive procedural experience, having been the first operator in over 5000 coronary angioplasty procedures, and has significant expertise in managing complex cases, including chronic total occlusions and bifurcation procedures. He is proficient in using advanced techniques such as intravascular ultrasound, OCT coronary imaging, and laser and rotational atherectomy.

In structural heart interventions, Dr. Smith has a significant track record, particularly in MitraClip procedures, having personally undertaken more than 550 cases. His experience also extends to other structural heart procedures like Tricuspid TEER, mitral valve replacements, and paravalvular leak closures. As a leader in structural heart disease, he heads the Structural Heart Programme across The Royal Brompton and Harefield Hospitals, making significant contributions to developing and innovating this field in Europe. He has also been instrumental in chairing the Mitral Valve Group and leading the transcatheter mitral and tricuspid valve interventions.

Dr. Smith’s research contributions are notable, with his involvement as a principal investigator in several clinical trials and studies. His publications span various aspects of cardiology, reflecting his comprehensive knowledge and ongoing commitment to advancing cardiovascular medicine. Dr. Rob Smith’s blend of extensive clinical experience, leadership in structural heart interventions, and active research involvement make him a distinguished figure in the field of cardiology.