MBBCh, MD, FRCPath, FRCP
MBBCh, MD, FRCPath, FRCP
Chemical Pathologist (Metabolic Medicine)
27 years of experience
Cardiff, CF23 8XL
2 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Dr Rito Mitra, Dr Lindsay George
27 years of experience
Cardiff, CF23 8XL
2 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Dr Rito Mitra, Dr Lindsay George
08 May 2025
31 Jul 2023
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MBBCh, MD, FRCPath, FRCP
MBBCh, MD, FRCPath, FRCP
Chemical Pathologist (Metabolic Medicine)
27 years of experience
Cardiff, CF23 8XL
2 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Dr Rito Mitra, Dr Lindsay George
27 years of experience
Cardiff, CF23 8XL
2 connections in healthcare
Skill endorsed
by Dr Rito Mitra, Dr Lindsay George
08 May 2025
31 Jul 2023
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Professor Dev Datta is a Consultant in Metabolic Medicine at Spire Cardiff Hospital, also practicing in the NHS at University Hospital Llandough in Penarth.
Prof Datta completed his primary medical degree at the University of Wales in 1997, followed by his training in cardiology and general medicine in Wales and Edinburgh until 2006. During this time he became a Member of the Royal College of Physicians and completed a 2-year research fellowship with the British Heart Foundation at Cardiff University. In 2005, he was awarded his MD by the University of Wales for his research surrounding the biochemistry of blood vessel function in heart disease and diabetes. Prof Datta became a Fellow of the Royal College of Pathologists in 2009 and a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians in 2015.
Prof Datta has specialist expertise in managing patients with vitamin & nutrient deficiencies, high cholesterol and other blood fats, risk factors for heart disease including hypertension and stroke and patients with a strong family history of blood vessel disease. At Spire Cardiff Hospital, he has run a weight management service since 2013.
In addition to his clinical work, Prof Datta is the medical lead for the Wales Familial Hypercholesterolaemia Service and the Cardiff and Vale University Health Board Weight Management Service. He is also a Visiting Professor at the University of South Wales where is is the course director for the MSc Preventative Cardiovascular Medicine degree.
Based on patient reviews & skill endorsements by other professionals
General Medical Council
No. 4435387
MBBCh - University of Wales, UK in 1997
MRCP - Royal College of Physicians, UK in 2000
MD - University of Wales, UK in 2005
FRCPath - Royal College of Pathologists, UK in 2009
FRCP - Royal College of Physicians, UK in 2015
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5
Excellent ,, Professor Datta is understanding ,kind ,thorough and professional. Really can not think how his practice of medicine could be improved upon.
5
I found Dr Datta to be extremely professional, open, considered and engaging. His explanations were clear and honest. A real credit to his profession.
5
A very positive experience, I left the consultation with a clear understanding of the issue and the recommended treatment plan. I’m also happy with the follow-up plan. The online consultation worked really well for me.
5
Dr Datta was thoughtful in his responses and actually listened to my experience of my own body. He was honest and forthright, offer sound advise and most importantly, solutions.
5
Prof was reassuring and very understanding and explained the pros and cons of weight loss medication
5
A very good doctor fantastic manner has help me so much
5
Dev was very accommodating in reviewing me beyond his usual clinic commitments. He was very clear in his assessment and the way forward. Very kind of Dev to find time to help me with my health issues.
5
I found Dr Datta very helpful, understanding and thorough in his approach and would not hesitate in going to see him again
5
Dr.Datta was very professional, polite and clear with consultation. Took time to explain and was very willing to take on any queries. We should have more doctors like this who are fully committed to their profession.
5
Clear and detailed in his approach. Understanding of the complexity of weight management but clear of the impact that it will have in later life.
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Professor Dev Datta is a leading expert for patients with complex lipid disorders; I have referred him a large volume of cases over the years and the feedback has been truly excellent. I would have no hesitation referring my own self to him if ever required.
31 Jul 2023Dr Rito Mitra
CardiologyProfessor Datta is an expert in his field of metabolic medicine. I have no hesitation in recommending him as a hard working, highly capable, physician who puts the patient at the centre of everything that he does.
31 Jul 2023DG
Dr Lindsay George
Endocrinology & DiabetesWhat are Professor Dev Datta's reviews like?
Professor Dev Datta's overall patient rating is 4.99 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 66 reviews.
What languages does Professor Dev Datta speak?
Professor Dev Datta speaks English
Where is Professor Dev Datta located?
Professor Dev Datta primarily practices at Spire Cardiff Hospital, located at Croescadarn Rd, Pontprennau, Cardiff, United Kingdom, CF23 8XL
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What are Professor Dev Datta working hours?
Professor Dev Datta is working Tuesday (09:00 - 11:30)
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