We care for and treat people with problems and injuries relating to the heart and circulatory system.
About this service
Cardiology is the study and treatment of heart. It involves treating all areas related to the heart and arteries, including investigations and heart / cardiac surgery.
Our qualified and experienced Cardiac team uses specialist treatments supported by the latest in medical technology.
Cardiology services at North Canberra Hospital include:
- Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring
- Ambulatory Holter Monitoring
- Coronary Care Unit
- Electrocardiogram Testing
- Chest Pain Clinic
- CT Angiogram Clinic
- Ambulatory Holter Monitoring
- Exercise Stress Echocardiogram Investigations
- Exercise Tolerance Tests
Cardiology is also offered at Canberra Hospital. We have more information about Canberra Hospital’s Cardiology service.
Who we care for
We offer these services for free if you have a Medicare Card or an Asylum Seeker Card.
How to access this service
Your GP or medical practitioner will organise for you to access this service.
One of our doctors will review and triage your referral once we receive it.
What to expect
North Canberra Hospital does not provide Angiography, Angioplasty or heart/cardiac surgery. If you require these services you will be transferred to the Cardiology Department at Canberra Hospital. If your treatment requires a transfer, our care team will discuss those arrangements with you and facilitate your transfer.
We have more information about Canberra Hospital’s Cardiology service.
What to bring to your appointment
- Medicare card
- Any letters or correspondence from your GP
- Health Care Card and/or concession card (if you have one)
- Private health insurance card (if applicable/if you want to use it)
- List of medicines you are currently taking (or the boxes), including medicines you have bought without a prescription, such as herbal supplements and vitamins
- Reading glasses (if required)
Where we’re located
We are based at North Canberra Hospital (formerly Calvary Public Hospital Bruce), Level 2, Xavier Building.
We have directions to North Canberra Hospital.
Information for referrers
Please see Community HealthPathways for detailed referral criteria and information
