Cardiac Physiologists

Michael Blenkin

Michael is the Deputy Manager of the Cardiology Department (Invasive) at the London Bridge Hospital. He completed a Bachelor of Applied Science (Exercise Physiology) Degree at the University of Queensland, and has worked in Hospitals both in Australia and the UK, joining London Bridge Hospital in 2008 as a Cardiac Physiologist. Whilst he has a broad range of knowledge throughout Cardiology, Michael has specialised in Invasive Cardiology, and has a particular interest in Cardiac Electrophysiology. He has studied extensively within this field, having undertaken comprehensive clinical training as well as attending a number of international conferences during recent years. Michael is also a member of the International Board of Heart Rhythm Examiners, and has been awarded Allied Professional accreditation as a Certified Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist.

Olga Vojvodicova

Olga Vojvodicova is Chief Cardiac Physiologist in London Bridge Hospital. She graduated with Bachelor Degree in Sanitary Engineering from Medical Faculty at Charles University in Prague and a Master Degree in Medical Management from Palacky University in Olomouc (Czech Republic). She has undertaken variety of training and certification courses in electrophysiology and pacing. She has a wide experience in all aspects in non invasive and interventional cardiology but mainly specialises in Electrophysiology. Most recently she has completed IBHRE exams in cardiac electrophysiology.

Nick Pfeffer

Nick Pfeffer is a Cardiac Physiologist in the Cardiology Department at London Bridge Hospital. He graduated with a Bachelors Degree in Exercise Science (Vice Chancellors Award) from Bond University in Australia. He has undertaken a variety of courses and training in non-invasive and invasive cardiology. Nick’s specialist interests are in Cardiac Catheterisation and Cardiac Electrophysiology. Nick is due to take his IBHRE examination in 2011.

Leonette Roode

Leonette Roode is a Cardiac Physiologist in the Cardiology Department at London Bridge Hospital. She graduated with an Honours Degree in Exercise Science and Biokinetics from the University of Pretoria, South Africa, and a Bachelors Degree in Clinical Physiology (Cardiology) from City of Westminster College, London. She has undertaken a variety of courses and training in non-invasive and invasive cardiology. Leonette’s specialist interests are in the cardiac catheterisation laboratory and electrophysiology. Leonette is due to take her IBHRE examination in 2011.

What is AF?

Atrial Fibrillation (AF) is the most common, abnormal rhythm of the heart.