Professor Melvin Lobo stands as a prominent figure in the realm of cardiovascular medicine, specializing in the intricate field of hypertension. Renowned as the Director of Bart’s Blood Pressure Clinic, Professor Lobo has earned international recognition as a Hypertension Centre of Excellence accredited by the esteemed European Society of Hypertension. His clinic is a beacon for complex hypertensive cases, drawing referrals nationally and globally due to its exceptional expertise.
Aligned with the prestigious William Harvey Research Institute, Professor Lobo’s clinic has played a pivotal role in groundbreaking studies within the hypertension domain. These include pivotal contributions to landmark studies such as the ASCOT study, which fundamentally impacted UK Hypertension guidelines. Additionally, the clinic's participation in the Symplicity HTN-2 study exploring renal denervation for treatment-resistant hypertension has been revolutionary. Notably, Professor Lobo led the recent ROX Control Hypertension Study, focusing on a novel central iliac arteriovenous anastomosis to address uncontrolled hypertension.
Since October 2011, Professor Lobo has been instrumental in co-hosting and chairing the annual UK Symposia on Renal Denervation at the Royal College of Physicians. Collaborating with a panel of distinguished international authorities in hypertension medicine and interventionists, these symposia have contributed significantly to advancing knowledge and practices in the field.
A key contributor in shaping renal denervation strategies, Professor Lobo serves on the Joint British Societies steering committee on renal denervation. His authored JBS Consensus Statements on Renal Denervation have provided pivotal guidance in this evolving domain. Widely recognized for his expertise, Professor Lobo has delivered extensive lectures and published prolifically on hypertension and innovative therapies for resistant hypertension, enriching the medical community with his wealth of knowledge and insights.
Professor Melvin Lobo's unwavering commitment to advancing hypertension research, coupled with his pivotal role in transforming clinical guidelines and innovative therapies, positions him as a leading authority in cardiovascular medicine, shaping the landscape of hypertension management and treatment worldwide.