Dr. Guido Pieles

Professor Dr. Guido Pieles is the lead Consultant Paediatric and Adult Congenital Cardiologist and Sports Cardiologist at Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City in Abu Dhabi. With over 20 years of experience, he is internationally recognised for his expertise in congenital heart disease, sports cardiology, and inherited cardiac conditions affecting both children and adults. He has led elite sports cardiology programmes for the FIFA World Cup 2022 and Manchester United FC, and serves as an advisor to top European clubs and sports organisations.

Dr. Pieles specialises in comprehensive cardiac care for athletes and active individuals, including pre-competition clearance, return-to-play assessments, and exercise performance evaluation. He manages inherited heart conditions and congenital heart disease in both paediatric and adult populations. His work encompasses cardiac screening for athletes, sports event clearance, and advice on long-term cardiac health and longevity in active people.

He brings clinical expertise combined with research leadership, having led the Aspetar Sports Medicine Hospital in Qatar. Dr. Pieles is well-suited for patients seeking specialist cardiac assessment before or after sports participation, those with inherited heart conditions, and individuals with congenital heart disease requiring expert sports medicine guidance.