About us

Welcome to The Heart Academy!

At Heart Academy, we believe in the transformative power of education.

Pioneered at the intersection of passion and knowledge, we strive to cultivate not just academic excellence but also a deep sense of empathy and purpose in our pupils. The Heart Academy with a mission “learn, inspire & serve” & deep commitment to Empower through Knowledge, is a cornerstone in spreading awareness about cardiovascular health and fostering a community that prioritizes heart well-being.

The Heart Academy is not just a website; it's a collective effort of passionate educators, medical professionals, and individuals who are dedicated to making a positive impact on heart health & our communities. Our team brings together experts who have excellence in their field to provide you with accurate, up-to-date, and practical information related to Cardiology.

At The Heart Academy we are committed to focus on demystifying complex medical concepts related to heart, debunking myths related to clinical practices by providing clear, insights through engaging short courses, latest guidelines, researches and pathways along with concept knowledge testing assessments, and interactive resources.

Unlike generic health websites, The Heart Academy focuses specifically on hot topics in cardiology. From understanding complex cardiovascular mechanisms leading to heart failure to simply adopting heart-healthy lifestyles, our content is intricately tailored to provide you a holistic perspective on heart health. We believe that education is the first step towards prevention, and prevention is key to a long and vibrant life.

Whether you're a General Practitioner, Secondary Care Physician , Nurses, Paramedic, Healthcare Professional, or a Medical Student eager to embark on an educational adventure, Heart Academy welcomes you. Together, let's embark on a journey of discovery, growth, and meaningful connections to serve together.

Why Choose Heart Academy?

Holistic Education: We go beyond regular courses to provide latest guidelines and research from ESC/AHA/NICE, comprehensive modules & assessments, encouraging a holistic approach towards our patients

Passionate Educators: Our dedicated team of educators is passionate about what they do. They are not just teachers; they are mentors, guiding students on their educational journey and inspiring a love for knowledge.

Inclusive Community: At Heart Academy, diversity is celebrated, and inclusivity is a cornerstone. We believe that a rich tapestry of backgrounds and perspectives of our students & faculty will enhance the learning experience for everyone.

Join Us in Shaping Futures by Empowering Hearts, Enriching Lives!

Faculties

Dr Rajay Narain
Cardiologist
St George’s University Hospital, London

Dr Narain is the founder and Director of Global Health Alliance UK. He works as a Cardiologist at St. Georges University Hospital, London. He is the lead for MRCP exam teaching programmes at various UK hospitals. He has also set up India’s first Royal College of Physicians, London, endorsed MRCP PACES Course. He has been instrumental in designing the Foundation training program for Junior Doctors in the West Midlands in the UK.

Dr Narain has set up U.K. 1st Cardio Metabolic Clinic in the NHS, U.K. to look after high risk patients. Dr Narain is the Founder and Director of Global Health Alliance UK, which is a consortium of leading universities and hospitals of UK.

Dr Narain is a member of the EAPCI, EAPCR, and a Council member for Stroke at the European Society of Cardiology. Dr Narain was appointed as a working group member for Myocardial and Pericardial Diseases at the European Society of Cardiology & Founder Member of International Development Group of NHS, UK in recognition of his contribution to Global Health. He is also Advisor to many Government and Private Medical Institutions in India. He has presented papers at several National & International Conferences. He has to his credit publications & research projects in Cardiology which have been published in different medical journals.

Dr Mimi Chen
Consultant Endocrinologist
St. George’s University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

As one of our Clinical Champions, Mimi plans to increase awareness of diabetes management across different teams to encourage continuity in clinical care for diabetes patients when they are admitted for surgery. She will develop a fast-track referral pathways and individualised guidelines to ensure better diabetes management for surgical patients. Mimi is leading the peri-operative diabetes initiative in joint working with anaesthetists and surgeons to improve diabetes care for surgical patients.

Mimi is a Consultant Endocrinologist and Honorary Senior Lecturer at St George’s, in London. She studied for a PhD at University of Bristol, studying the effect of bariatric surgery on Type 2 diabetes and pancreatic function in patients with morbid obesity. She has published in high impact peer-reviewed journals and has written book chapters in the management of Type 2 Diabetes and Obesity.

At St George's, Mimi leads the Medical Obesity Service and has expanded this service to include multi-disciplinary teams in medical and surgical obesity services. Mimi also optimises medical management for high-risk pre-operative patients with morbid obesity. She is also an avid clinical researcher running a
number of academic trials within St. George’s in collaboration with principal investigators from other top UK universities. Her team are one of the top recruiters for many of the ongoing diabetes clinical studies.

Prof. Derek Connelly
Consultant Interventional Cardiologist
Birmingham City Hospital, Birmingham U.K.

Professor Derek Connolly is a Consultant Interventional Cardiologist and the Director of Research and Development at Birmingham City Hospital. He is an Honorary Senior Clinical Lecturer at the Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences, University of Birmingham, UK.

He trained in Cambridge, London, Edinburgh and San Diego where he was a Carnegie Scholar. He has a first-class degree in Pharmacology from the University of Edinburgh where he was the Brunton medalist and Keasbey Bursary holder. His PhD in molecular cardiology is from the University of Cambridge. He is the Chief or Primary Investigator of multiple large trials in Cardiovascular medicine. He developed one of the UK's first primary angioplasty programmes and one of the UK's largest cardiac CT programmes.