Dr Abbas Khushnood

Paediatric cardiology

GMC: 6104657

Professional statement

Dr Abbas Khushnood is a highly esteemed consultant paediatric cardiologist and transplant physician based in Newcastle upon Tyne. He specialises in chest pain, heart murmurs, syncope and palpitations in children. He is also expert in congenital heart disease and echocardiogram.

Dr Khushnood was awarded a bachelor of medicine and surgery degree in India in 1997. After relocating to the UK, he completed a masters in business administration at Cardiff University. In 2007, he undertook his first post within the NHS and went on to complete specialist training in paediatric cardiology at several renowned institutions, including Alder Hey Children’s Hospital. He additionally completed a two-year specialist fellowship in cardiac MRI at University College London and Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children. He was appointed consultant in 2018 at Newcastle upon Tyne’s Freeman Hospital where also currently holds the senior positions of clinical governance lead and clinical lead for cardiac imaging within the hospital’s cardiothoracic department. He additionally sees private patients via e-Consultation.

Dr Khushnood is a highly respected expert in his field and holds several esteemed positions including clinical lead for the National Institute for Cardiovascular Outcomes Research and network lead for the North-East Paediatric CHD Network. His academic work is widely published in scientific journals and as associate clinical lecturer at Newcastle University, he is also a prominent educator in the field of cardiology.

Areas of expertise:
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Heart murmur

What is Heart murmur ?

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Echocardiogram

What is Echocardiogram ?

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Palpitations

What is Palpitations ?

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Syncope

What is Syncope ?

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Congenital heart disease

What is Congenital heart disease ?

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PoTS syndrome

What is PoTS syndrome ?

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Chest pain in children

What is Chest pain in children ?

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Heart failure in children: An expert’s guide

Heart failure occurs when the heart is unable to perform its pumping function effectively. Consequently, certain body parts do not receive an adequate supply of oxygen-rich blood, leading to symptoms associated with heart failure. One manifestation of this condition is congestive heart failure, wherein blood and fluid may accumulate in the lungs. In his latest online article, renowned consultant paediatrician Dr Abbas Khushnood offers his expert insight into heart failure in children.

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Echocardiogram for children: A guide for parents on what to expect

Leading consultant paediatric cardiologist and transplant physician Dr Abbas Khushnood gives an expert guide on what to expect from an echocardiogram for children in this informative article.

Reviews

S.

03/04/2025

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Dr khushnood is very professional a highly experienced specialist who clearly enjoys his work. Most importantly he takes time understanding the needs of his patients. He’s provided more than a care plan, my child now feels heard & supported in this journey and I’m confident following Dr khushnoods professional guidance.

M.B.

24/03/2025

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Myself and my daughter for whom the appointment was for found Dr. Khushnood to be very friendly, helpful his work ethic is 2nd to none. Thank you

n.c.

22/08/2024

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Great consultation, answered all of my questions and feel happy moving forward with the plan for my daughter

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Freeman Rd, Newcastle NE7 7DN, NE7 7DN, Newcastle upon Tyne (Tyne and Wear)

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