Cardiac Assessment & Consultation

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Quick facts

  • Your GP may refer you to a cardiologist for more specialised care for any heart concerns.

  • We look after patients of all ages with different concerns that fall under the banner of cardiology medicine.

  • Your initial consultation is a chance to share information about your general health, medical history, family history, specific symptoms and concerns.

  • We may perform some initial tests and recommend procedures to investigate any specific concerns; and discuss preventative treatments.

  • Please allow an hour for your initial cardiac assessment and consultation. 

Summary

  • Your GP will have referred you to see a cardiologist for more specialised care for any heart concerns.

  • Your initial assessment and consultation will be an opportunity to meet the team and share information about your health with your doctor.

How to prepare

  • Please bring a list of any medications and note of your symptoms or concerns.

  • We’ll discuss all the details about medical history and any other conditions or risk factors that may affect your heart or cardiovascular health.

  • We may perform some initial tests and recommend other procedures to further investigate any specific cardiovascular or heart concerns.

  • We may also meet to discuss preventative treatments for blood pressure control and cholesterol management.

What to expect

  • The team at Hurstville Private Heart Centre offers comprehensive and progressive cardiac care.

  • We look after patients of all ages who present with different concerns and conditions that fall under the banner of cardiology medicine.

  • The Hurstville Heart team has extensive experience in the treatment of complex coronary artery disease, valvular heart disease, cardiomyopathy, cardiac arrhythmias, heart failure and the use of stent technology.

Timing

  • At your initial consultation, your doctor will talk to you about your general health and medical history, your specific symptoms and concerns, and options for further testing as required.

  • Please allow an hour for your initial cardiac assessment and consultation.