Clinics: The Holly · Spire London East · Spire Hartswood · Nuffield Brentwood
Dr Neeraj Jain
Consultant Paediatrician

Paediatric Cardiology

Comprehensive heart care for children — from the tiniest newborn diagnosed in utero through to active teenagers.

When to Seek Specialist Heart Care

Signs That Deserve Expert Attention

Many childhood heart concerns turn out to be harmless — but the only way to know for certain is a specialist assessment. Consider a cardiology review if your child has:

  • Rapid or laboured breathing, poor feeding or faltering growth
  • A blue tinge to lips or skin (cyanosis)
  • A heart murmur detected by a GP or health visitor
  • Chest pain, palpitations or fainting (syncope)
  • A family history of congenital heart disease or inherited arrhythmias
  • The need for pre-sports participation screening
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Unhurried first appointments.
Initial consultations are 30 minutes — a focused history and examination, investigations explained clearly, and time for your questions. Face-to-face and video appointments available.
Continuity of care.
From first assessment through ongoing management and, where needed, carefully planned transition to adult services — your child is supported at every stage.
Advanced Diagnostics

Investigations Available

Echocardiogram

Detailed ultrasound imaging of the heart's structure and function — painless and radiation-free.

ECG & Holter Monitoring

12-lead ECG plus Holter / ambulatory ECG monitoring to capture intermittent rhythm disturbances.

Ambulatory BP Monitoring

24-hour blood pressure monitoring (ABPM) during normal daily life at home and school.

Cranial Ultrasound

Safe, radiation-free ultrasound scans of the brain for babies, where indicated.

Ultrasound, X-ray & MRI

Wider imaging arranged through the hospital where the assessment needs it.

Blood Tests

Targeted blood investigations, performed and invoiced by the hospital with results explained clearly.

Conditions Treated

From Common Murmurs to Complex Conditions

Congenital Heart Defects

Atrial septal defect (ASD), ventricular septal defect (VSD), patent ductus arteriosus (PDA), Tetralogy of Fallot and other structural conditions present from birth.

Arrhythmias

Supraventricular tachycardia (SVT), atrial flutter and inherited channelopathies such as long QT syndrome.

Acquired Heart Disease

Kawasaki disease, myocarditis and rheumatic heart disease — recognised early and managed thoroughly.

Cardiomyopathies & Heart Failure

Dilated, hypertrophic and restrictive cardiomyopathies, heart failure management and planned transition of care into adult services.

Ready for Expert Answers?

Book an appointment with Dr Jain — clear diagnosis, honest reassurance and a plan you can trust.

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