Since its launch in 2015, the department has had more than 25,000 patient appointments, including almost 5,000 minimally invasive procedures. The team has grown from eight to 22 specialist staff, and the department has introduced cardiac rehabilitation services and updated its ablation software. He said: "Huge congratulations to all the Nuffield cardiology department on your tenth anniversary!" Hospital director Natalie Kemp said: "Celebrating ten years of our Cardiology Department is a proud moment for everyone at Nuffield Health Bournemouth. "Our cardiology team isn’t just experienced, they’re exceptional.