NEW - Online Bookings for Cardiac Diagnostic Tests
We now offer online bookings for cardiac diagnostic tests (inc. Echocardiography, Stress Echocardiography, ECG, and 24 hour Holter & Blood Pressure Monitors) via HotDoc - please follow this link.
Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine & The Heart - Our Thoughts
Read our latest thoughts about the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine, including whether you are safe to receive this vaccine given your heart condition and the side-effects to look out for after your vaccination.
Also, read the Cardiac Society of Australia & New Zealand's guidance about the rare heart complications associated with the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine.
Also, read the Cardiac Society of Australia & New Zealand's guidance about the rare heart complications associated with the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine.
COVID-19 - 15th September Update
Victoria Heart remains OPEN as an essential medical service.
We continue to provide essential health care, operating as per our normal hours, including
clinic consulting, echocardiography (both resting & stress), 24 hour monitors and coronary angiography.
Ensuring your safety and wellbeing while attending Victoria Heart is our main priority.
We are strictly enforcing strategies to minimise risks to both our patients and staff, including
the use of masks by all our staff.
Furthermore, all our medical and reception staff are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
*** Please DO NOT attend our clinic if YOU or your HOUSEHOLD CONTACTS are experiencing fever, cough, sore throat, shortness of breath or other flu-like symptoms. ***
If you satisfy the above criteria, please contact us on 9510 9020 to either reschedule your appointment or arrange a Telehealth consultation.
For those patients who attend our clinic, please limit the number of accompanying persons to only 1 person.
Victoria Heart remains OPEN as an essential medical service.
We continue to provide essential health care, operating as per our normal hours, including
clinic consulting, echocardiography (both resting & stress), 24 hour monitors and coronary angiography.
Ensuring your safety and wellbeing while attending Victoria Heart is our main priority.
We are strictly enforcing strategies to minimise risks to both our patients and staff, including
the use of masks by all our staff.
Furthermore, all our medical and reception staff are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
*** Please DO NOT attend our clinic if YOU or your HOUSEHOLD CONTACTS are experiencing fever, cough, sore throat, shortness of breath or other flu-like symptoms. ***
If you satisfy the above criteria, please contact us on 9510 9020 to either reschedule your appointment or arrange a Telehealth consultation.
For those patients who attend our clinic, please limit the number of accompanying persons to only 1 person.
A/Prof Arthur Nasis in the "Greek Herald" for Heart Week
Read about A/Prof Arthur Nasis' advice about recognising the symptoms of a heart attack, and his thoughts about the latest research about dietary approaches to reducing cardiovascular risk.
Dr Andris Ellims On "House Of Wellness" For REDFEB
New MBS Requirements for Cardiac Test Rebates
On 1st August 2020, the Federal Government is implementing changes to cardiac diagnostic services which may influence your ability to receive rebatable cardiac investigations.
Victoria Heart is working closely with our referrers to update them of these important changes.
Victoria Heart is working closely with our referrers to update them of these important changes.
Dr Jessica O'Brien - Our New Cardiologist at Windsor
Victoria Heart is delighted to welcome our new Cardiologist, Dr Jessica O'Brien. Jessica is a General Cardiologist with Fellowship training in echocardiography, cardiac CT & cardiac MRI. She consults at our Windsor clinic.
Sam Wood Visits Victoria Heart
Watch Sam Wood (The Bachelor) complete a stress echocardiogram under the supervision of Dr Andris Ellims.
Dr Monique Watts on ABC Melbourne Radio (February 2019)
Listen to Dr Monique Watts' radio segment with Libby Gorr - her topic "Women's vs Men's Hearts"
Dr Monique Watts on ABC Melbourne Radio (February 2018)
Listen to Dr Monique Watts' radio segment with Libbi Gorr as she discusses "matters of the heart".
Our New Regional Clinic in Charlton
Dr Monique Watts has opened Victoria Heart's first regional clinic in Charlton, 245 km northwest of Melbourne. Bookings for her clinic can be made by phone, fax or email.
Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) Clinic
Dr Andris Ellims is the Director of the HCM Clinic @ The Alfred, Victoria's only dedicated clinic for HCM.
Andris provides a comprehensive service for the management of patients with HCM and their families.
Referrals can be faxed to either Victoria Heart (9923 6627) or The Alfred Hospital (9076 2461).
Andris provides a comprehensive service for the management of patients with HCM and their families.
Referrals can be faxed to either Victoria Heart (9923 6627) or The Alfred Hospital (9076 2461).
Our Doctors
Victoria Heart's team of doctors has extensive experience in General Cardiology, Cardiac Imaging, Coronary Angiography / Intervention, Electrophysiology and Cardiac Devices
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Our Services
Victoria Heart offers consulting for general and specialised cardiovascular issues and provides comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic options
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Patient Information
Victoria Heart provides details about your first appointment with us, including what you need to bring, information about our fees, and useful cardiovascular links
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