Dr Malcolm Finlay

Professional statement

Dr Malcolm Finlay is a highly esteemed Consultant Cardiologist and Electrophysiologist based in London. He is renowned for his expertise in treating heart rhythm problems. He specialises in treating atrial fibrillation and other heart rhythm problems, the insertion and management of implantable cardioverter-defibrillators (ICDs), cardiac resynchronisation therapy (biventricular ICDs), pacemaker insertion and management and implantable loop recorders.
 
With over two decades of experience, Dr Finlay has performed one of London's highest volumes of catheter ablation procedures and device implantations. His pioneering work has led to the development of award-winning, highly efficient, and safe cardiac devices, significantly advancing the field of cardiology and improving patient outcomes.
 
Dr Finlay's journey began in Cardiff, and he graduated from Oxford University in 2001 with a BM BCh in Medicine. His training at London’s top hospitals culminated in a PhD in Cardiac Electrophysiology from University College London in 2014, where he researched the impact of mental stress on heart rhythm problems. During this time, he was awarded a Wellcome Trust Research Training Fellowship.
 
Currently, Dr Finlay holds prestigious positions at Barts Heart Centre, Queen Mary University of London, OneWelbeck, and Whipps Cross Hospital. He offers a comprehensive range of electrophysiology (EP) procedures, addressing the heart’s electrical system with cutting-edge treatments.
 
As a Reader at Queen Mary University of London and an Honorary Senior Lecturer and Senior Clinical Research Fellow at University College London, Dr Finlay is deeply involved in academic research. His collaborations with medical engineering and science departments have not only led to the creation of advanced technologies such as STAR™ mapping and Epicardio Simulation™, but have also made significant contributions to education and training in cardiac care. His innovations have been recognised by the European Heart Rhythm Association’s Innovation Committee.
 
As Chief Medical Officer at Echopoint Medical, Dr Finlay drives the development of groundbreaking devices to enhance minimally invasive procedures, including the novel all-optical ultrasound imaging technique in collaboration with UCL’s Medical Physics Department. He is also Chief Scientific Officer of Rhythm AI, bringing new computer technology to treat atrial fibrillation better.
 
Dr Finlay is a prolific author and speaker, contributing to numerous publications and international conferences. He's a key faculty member of prestigious academic gatherings like the Heart Rhythm Congress and EHRA.
 
Dr Finlay's dedication to his patients’ well-being is unwavering, treating each case with a personalised approach to ensure optimal, swift and satisfactory care. His commitment to safety is paramount, integrating best practices from his aviation skills to achieve successful outcomes.