When you have heart problems, it’s essential to see a specialist. These specialists are known as cardiologists, and they are able to diagnose your condition and provide treatment for it. They are also able to help you prevent heart disease.
Our doctors combine international standards with local charm. They remember your name, your family and your kids’ hobbies, making an appointment feel like a breath of fresh air. For professional heart doctor in Adelaide Hills services, check this out.
Dr Andrew Philpott
Dr Andrew Philpott completed his medical degree at the University of Sydney before completing physician training at Flinders Medical Centre. He then undertook cardiac intervention and structural heart disease training in Canada.
His interests include complex coronary, adult congenital and structural heart disease intervention, as well as cardiomyopathy management. He consults at our Ashford, Findon, Modbury and Calvary Adelaide clinics.
He has completed a range of complex pacing and arrhythmia procedures, including CRT. He also keeps up to date with the latest technologies in ablations for patients with SVT, VT and atrial flutter.
Dr Tapash Bakshi
Dr Bakshi commenced practice in Adelaide in 2007 and has extensive experience in CT coronary angiography. He consults regularly at our Ashford, Flinders, Findon, Morphett Vale, Stirling and Mount Barker locations.
He has a keen interest in complex pacing and cardiac device management, including 3D mapping. He is a co-investigator for several prospective trials examining new technologies in AF treatment and management.
Dr Alistair Begg
Dr Alistair Begg is a cardiologist who focuses on arrhythmias and electrophysiology. He provides expert cardiovascular care to patients in Adelaide Hills and surrounding areas. He is committed to delivering the best quality of care and stays up-to-date with the latest advancements in his field.
He has extensive experience in cardiac catheter ablations (including reentrant atrial flutter, SVT and VT), permanent pacemaker implantations and defibrillator implantations. He also specialises in diagnostic ultrasound of the heart.
Dr Ian Button
Dr Button has a patient-centred approach to care. He is able to help his patients understand their condition and their treatment plan in a transparent manner, allowing them to take an active role in their health.
Having graduated from the University of Adelaide, he completed internship and physician training at Royal Adelaide Hospital before earning his cardiology fellowship. Dr Button has public sessions at Ashford, North Adelaide, and Calvary Wakefield hospitals, providing comprehensive care to patients.
Dr Jonathan Cherry
Dr Jonathan Cherry has a particular interest in all aspects of cardiovascular medicine, including hypertension and cardiac CT scanning. He consults at our Ashford, Morphett Vale and Flinders clinics, as well as in Mount Barker and Victor Harbor.
Dr Yann Chow
Dr Chow is a clinical cardiologist with a particular interest in cardiac imaging, valvular heart disease and managing women’s cardiac health. She consults at our Ashford, Norwood and Flinders / Morphett Vale clinics.
She has initiated programs for the percutaneous treatment of adult congenital heart disease, including transcatheter closures of atrial septal defects and patent foramen ovale and mitral balloon valvuloplasty (with complex stenting techniques). She also performs diagnostic electrophysiologic studies and more than 3000 curative ablations for ventricular tachycardias using 3-dimensional mapping.
Dr Chuks Ajaero
Dr Chukwudiebube (Chuks) Ajaero is a highly trained clinical Cardiologist and Electrophysiologist. He specialises in the management of all forms of cardiac arrhythmias and implantable cardiac devices, including resynchronisation therapy for heart failure.
His expertise in a range of cardiac conditions makes him an excellent choice for your health needs. He offers personalised care with honesty, compassion, and open communication.
He conducts public sessions at the Royal Adelaide Hospital and has clinics at SA Heart in Findon, Ashford, and Berri.
It is also important to consider the cardiologist’s experience and knowledge of your specific heart condition. The more experienced a cardiologist is, the more likely they are to have successfully treated similar cases and have a high rate of positive outcomes. Additionally, look for a cardiologist who has received fellowship training in one of the subspecialties of cardiology.