Dr Skyrme-Jones, Andrew

Dr Andrew Skyrme-Jones qualified from the University of Bristol Medical School in 1989. During his time at Bristol University, he was elected President of the Medical Student Society in 1988. In pursuit of his chosen career in Cardiology he passed the relevant examinations to become a member of the Royal College of Physicians in 1993. Cardiology training took him to Cardiff and Oxford before moving to Melbourne, Australia to undertake Cardiovascular research. His three years of research resulted in the highest award from the Cardiac Society of Australia, the Ralph Reader Prize. In addition, he was awarded a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in 2000 from Monash University Melbourne. On return to the UK Dr Skyrme-Jones finished his Cardiology training at St Thomas’ Hospital London, from where he was appointed as Consultant Interventional Cardiologist in 2002. During over 20 years as a consultant, Dr Skyrme-Jones led the Cardiology team for a period of 10 years. Dr Skyrme-Jones continues to work full time within the NHS as well as running a very busy large private practice.

All aspects of cardiology. Actively involved in current Cardiac research and support of juniors in North Bristol NHS trust. Angina and Coronary artery disease, Interventional and Medical treatment; Coronary angiography and percutaneous coronary intervention with stent implantation; Investigation of Chest pain; Investigation of palpitations and syncope; Management of Heart failure and Valvular heart disease; Hypertension.