Cardiac Assessment & Consultation
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.