Maintaining good heart health is essential at every stage of life. Dr Webb, Consultant Cardiologist at Ashtead Hospital, offers comprehensive heart health assessments and heart screening focused on early detection and prevention of heart disease.
Dr Webb provides consultant-led, personalised heart health assessments, taking time to understand each patient’s symptoms, risk factors, and family history. Her approach combines evidence-based medicine with clear, practical advice, helping patients feel informed and reassured about their heart health.
Dr Webb is an award-winning consultant, one of her recent achievements was receiving "You're Simply Marvellous" award which is a prestigious, patient-nominated honor presented by the Pumping Marvellous Foundation, the UK’s heart failure charity.
Heart health is best assessed through a combination of clinical consultation, examination, lifestyle review, and appropriate investigations. Dr Webb and her team will assess heart health by reviewing individual risk factors, symptoms, and family history, alongside tests such as blood pressure measurement, blood tests, and ECGs. Where appropriate, further investigations may be recommended to provide a clear and personalised assessment.
A healthy resting heart rate for most adults is typically between 60 and 100 beats per minute. Some individuals, particularly those who are physically active, may have a lower resting heart rate, which can be entirely normal. Dr Webb and her team can advise whether a resting heart rate is appropriate, particularly if there are symptoms such as palpitations, dizziness, or fatigue.
An average pulse in adults usually falls between 60 and 100 beats per minute.
Dr Webb recommends heart screening for individuals who wish to better understand their heart health or reduce future risk of heart disease, including adults aged 40 and over, those with a family history of heart disease, people with high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or diabetes, smokers or former smokers, and anyone experiencing symptoms such as chest discomfort, breathlessness, or palpitations. Heart screening helps identify early signs of heart disease, often before symptoms develop.
Heart screening is a structured assessment designed to evaluate cardiovascular health and identify risk factors or early heart disease.
Heart screening may be performed when risk factors are present, when symptoms occur, or as part of a proactive approach to keep people healthy in individuals without symptoms.
Patients may be advised to avoid heavy meals before certain tests, wear comfortable clothing, and bring a list of current medications.
Heart screening with Dr Webb and her team at Ashtead Hospital is carried out in a professional and supportive environment. Tests are performed by experienced clinical teams, with results reviewed and interpreted by Dr Webb.
Following screening, Dr Webb discusses the results in detail, providing reassurance where findings are normal and personalised advice or further recommendations where required.
Heart tests play an important role in assessing heart health and identifying potential problems early. When guided and interpreted by a consultant cardiologist, they can provide clarity, reassurance, and support long-term prevention.
The benefits of heart tests include:
Early detection of heart disease, often before symptoms develop
Reassurance when results are normal
Identification and treatment of risk factors, such as high blood pressure or abnormal heart rhythms
Personalised guidance, based on an individual’s results, symptoms, and medical history
Support for prevention, helping reduce the risk of future heart problems
Most routine heart tests are safe, well tolerated, and carry minimal risk. The type and level of risk depend on the specific test being performed.
Improving heart health may involve healthy eating, regular physical activity, weight management, controlling blood pressure and cholesterol, and avoiding smoking. Dr Webb provides personalised guidance following heart screening to help patients make meaningful and sustainable changes.
Our heart health assessments are divided into Bronze, Silver and Gold packages contact us and speak to our friendly team to find out more information and to book an appointment with Dr Jessica Webb.
Appointment with Ashtead Hospital’s specialist nurse to carry out cardiovascular risk assessment (QRISK), which covers lifestyle and includes measuring weight, height, blood pressure.
Blood tests to measure cholesterol levels, kidney function, and HbA1c (diabetes screening) and a 12-lead ECG.
An appointment with Dr Jessica Webb, Consultant Cardiologist to go through the results.
A written report from Dr Webb for the patient and GP including recommendations for any further diagnostics tests.
Appointment with Ashtead Hospital’s specialist nurse to carry out cardiovascular risk assessment (QRISK), which covers lifestyle and includes measuring weight, height, blood pressure.
Blood tests to measure cholesterol levels, kidney function, and HbA1c (diabetes screening) and a 12-lead ECG.
Echocardiogram with a cardiac physiologist - heart ultrasound to assess heart function
An appointment with Dr Jessica Webb, Consultant Cardiologist to go through the results.
A written report from Dr Webb for the patient and GP including recommendations for any further diagnostics tests.
Appointment with Ashtead Hospital’s specialist nurse to carry out cardiovascular risk assessment (QRISK), which covers lifestyle and includes measuring weight, height, blood pressure.
Blood tests to measure cholesterol levels, kidney function, and HbA1c (diabetes screening) and a 12-lead ECG.
Echocardiogram with a cardiac physiologist - heart ultrasound to assess heart function
CT Coronary angiogram – anatomical assessment of coronary arteries
An appointment with Dr Jessica Webb, Consultant Cardiologist to go through the results.
A written report from Dr Webb for the patient and GP including recommendations for any further diagnostics tests.
Healthy food for heart health includes fruit and vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, oily fish, and foods low in saturated fat and salt.
Cardiologists generally advise limiting highly processed foods, foods high in saturated or trans fats, and sugary drinks.
Symptoms such as chest discomfort, breathlessness, palpitations, fatigue, or reduced exercise tolerance may indicate a heart condition. Some heart conditions cause no symptoms, which is why screening is so important for patients.
There is no single drink that directly “calms” the heart in a medical sense. However, certain drinks may support heart health and help reduce triggers that can affect heart rate or palpitations. Commonly recommended options include:
Water, to maintain hydration and support normal heart function
Herbal teas, such as chamomile or peppermint, which may help promote relaxation
Warm decaffeinated drinks, which can be soothing without stimulating the heart
For individuals experiencing palpitations or anxiety-related symptoms, avoiding dehydration and excessive stimulants can be helpful. Alcohol can affect the heart in different ways depending on the amount consumed. Excessive alcohol intake is associated with increased blood pressure, heart rhythm disturbances, and a higher risk of heart disease. Moderate alcohol intake may be acceptable for some individuals, but it is not recommended as a strategy to improve heart health. Caffeine can stimulate the heart and may trigger symptoms in some people. Many individuals tolerate moderate caffeine intake without any issues. Others may experience palpitations, a rapid heart rate, or anxiety
Not all patients present with central crushing chest pain. Heart attacks may sometimes present with unexplained breathlessness, tiredness, discomfort in the chest, jaw, back, or arms, and even nausea or sweating. Anyone experiencing concerning symptoms should seek urgent medical attention.
Smoking significantly increases the risk of heart disease by damaging blood vessels, increasing blood pressure, and reducing oxygen delivery to the heart.
Preventing heart issues involves healthy lifestyle choices, appropriate medical care and early assessment. Heart screening with Dr Webb and her team at Ashtead Hospital supports prevention and early detection, backed by Ramsay Health Care UK’s clinical standards.
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