Our People
The British Cardiovascular Society (BCS) plays a pivotal role in ensuring that British cardiologists are some of the best in the world. Our work in training, education and research allows our membership to save thousands of lives every year.
Our Board
The BCS Board is legally responsible for the governance and strategic direction of BCS and acts as the ultimate decision-making body. Our Board is made up of elected Executive Trustees (Officers) and appointed non-executive Trustees.
Executive Trustees
Professor André Ng
President (2024 - 2027)
Professor André Ng is Professor of Cardiac Electrophysiology and Head of the Department of Cardiovascular Sciences at the University of Leicester, and consultant cardiologist and electrophysiologist at the University Hospitals of Leicester.
He is an expert in the management of cardiac arrhythmias especially in catheter ablation and the use of mapping systems in such procedures, and has a distinguished research profile.
Dr Andrew Archbold
Honorary Secretary (2023 - 2026)
Dr Andrew Archbold is a consultant cardiologist at the Barts Health NHS Trust in London, specialising in chest pain, breathlessness, palpitations, hypertension, and preparing patients for heart surgery.
He is heavily involved in teaching and the organisation of medical education locally.
Dr Andrew Ludman
Vice-President for Clinical Standards (2025 - 2028)
Dr Andrew Ludman is a consultant cardiologist at the Royal Devon University NHS Foundation Trust and Honorary Senior Clinical Lecturer at Exeter University. He is also Clinical Lead for Exeter Heart Failure Service.
His subspecialty interests include heart failure, cardiomyopathy, heart valve disease, and advanced cardiovascular imaging.
Dr John Paisey
Vice-President for Training (2025 - 2028)
Dr John Paisey is a consultant cardiologist and electrophysiologist at the University Hospital Southampton, running clinics for patients with arrhythmia and carries out ablation procedures.
He is the director of medical education for division D at University Hospital Southampton.
Dr Louise Buchanan
Vice-President for Professional and Society Values (2025 - 2028)
Dr Louise Buchanan is a consultant cardiologist and Medical Director Professional Standards at North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust. She is also part of the Women in Cardiology Committee.
She was previously Treasurer for the European Association of Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (EAPCI), following a term as Chair of the EAPCI Women Committee.
Professor Nik Patel
Vice-President for Corporate Finance and Development (2024 - 2027)
Professor Nik Patel is a consultant cardiologist at East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust (ESHT), Deputy Chief of Medicine and Cardiovascular Lead (stroke, diabetes and cardiology). He is also a visiting consultant cardiologist at both Guy’s and St Thomas Trust and the Royal Sussex County Hospital, Brighton.
From 2019 to 2022 he was chair of the Royal Society of Medicine’s Academic Board, and a Trustee.
Dr Rajiv Sankaranarayanan
Vice-President for Communications, Digital and Marketing (2025 - 2028)
Dr Rajiv Sankaranarayanan is a consultant cardiologist at Aintree University Hospital in Liverpool. He is the Clinical Lead of the Aintree Heart Failure Team and was awarded the National Roy Award by Pumping Marvellous for his services towards improving HF patient care.
He has developed a Heart Failure Mobile app for patient self-care and education and been nominated for the Innovator of the Year Award at the Annual Hospital Excellence Awards.
Dr Shouvik Haldar
Vice-President for Education (2023 - 2026)
Dr Shouvik Haldar is a consultant cardiologist and electrophysiologist at the Royal Brompton and Harefield Hospitals and an Honorary Senior Clinical Lecturer at Imperial College, London.
He is passionate about medical education and in addition to his BCS role, he is National Program Director for the Heart Rhythm Congress and his involvement with the Arrythmia Alliance charity has helped patients in managing their conditions.
Caroline Langley
CEO - In attendance
Caroline joined BCS in November 2023 following five years as Chief Executive of the British Psychoanalytical Society, also known as the Institute of Psychoanalysis.
Prior to that, she was Director of Education at The Royal Society of Medicine where she was responsible for their continuing professional education programme along with the RSM Dean.
She also worked in the NHS for 18 years and is a Trustee of both South Bucks Hospice and Arthritis Action.
Executive Trustees Elect
Non-Executive Trustees
Dr Damian Kelly, Honorary Secretary Elect
Ms Cheryl Lee
Mr David Moore
Ms Lois Whittaker
Judge Nick Easterman
Professor Nick Linker
Staff
We have a busy and dynamic team of dedicated and professional staff who advise, support and work with our trustees to understand cardiologists needs and how the BCS can help. They bring an impressive breadth of expertise and experience to the Society, as well as a passion for the BCS mission.
To contact staff, please use our contact form.
Digital
Gareth Bentley, Head of Digital Transformation
Jasdeep Bhamber, IS Specialist Manager and Data Protection Officer
Education
Claire Cartwright, Head of Education & Executive Office
Azeem Ahmad, Conference Manager
Rebekah Rose-Leo, Education & Events (Courses) Manager
Katherine Holvik, Education and Academy Co-ordinator
Executive Office
Caroline Langley, Chief Executive Officer
George Axton, Executive Office Manager
Denise Brown, Executive Office & Committee Administrator
Ann Brooks, Partnerships & Sponsorship Manager
Linda Cuthbertson, Communications Consultant
Cathy Holt, Women in Cardiology Project Officer
Finance
Graeme Newton, Head of Finance
Jamie Spencer, Finance Officer
Membership and
Engagement
Natalie Billing, Head of Membership & Engagement
Valerie Collins, Affiliated Societies Manager
Isabella Salzano, Affiliated Societies Executive
Valérie Honoré, Membership Manager
Nicola Knott, Marketing Manager
BHF - Clinical Research Collaborative
The BHF-CRC is funded by the British Heart Foundation and hosted by BCS.
Allyson Arnold, Chief Operating Officer
Mariana Montoya Rodas, Programme Co-ordinator
Vasilena Zhecheva, Research Group Co-ordinator