VIC Cardiologists
Access personalised heart care from a network of more than 100 cardiologists across Australia. From diagnosis and treatment to ongoing care, we’re here to support your heart health journey.
About our Victorian cardiologists
Our Victorian network provides convenient access to expert cardiologists, comprehensive diagnostic testing, and interventional services. With locations across Melbourne and regional Victoria, we make quality heart care more accessible for patients and referring healthcare professionals alike.
Dr Rahul Samanta
Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians
A/Prof David Eccleston
Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians
Fellow of the Cardiac Society of Australia and New Zealand
Fellow of the American College of Cardiology
A/Prof Gareth Wynn
Fellow of the Cardiac Society of Australia and New Zealand
Fellow of the Heart Rhythm Society
Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology
Member of the Royal Colleges of Physicians of the United Kingdom
A/Prof Jalal Zamani
A/Prof Jaya Chandrasekhar
Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians
A/Prof Paul Calafiore
Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians
Member of the Cardiac Society of Australia and New Zealand
A/Prof Zahra Alizadeh Sani
A/Prof. Piyush Srivastava
Fellow of the Cardiac Society of Australia and New Zealand
Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology
Fellow of the American College of Cardiology
Fellow of the American Heart Association
Dr Abdolali Zolghadrasli
Doctor of Medicine (MD)
Dr Ahmad Zakariyya
Fellow of the Cardiac Society of Australia and New Zealand
Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians (Edinburgh)
Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians (UK)
Dr Ali Safaa
Fellow of the Cardiac Society of Australia and New Zealand
Dr Barveen Abu Baker
Member of the Royal College of Physicians (United Kingdom)
Certified Cardiac Device Specialist (CCDS)
Certified Electrophysiology Specialist (CEPS)
Cardiac
Services Available
A full spectrum of heart diagnostics, testing, and specialist care, all under one roof.
Remote Holter and Echo Service
Consultations
Dobutamine Stress Echo
Blood Pressure Monitoring
Holter Monitoring
CTCA
Calcium Score
Stress ECG
ECG
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about our services, appointments, and billing.
Do I need a GP referral to make an appointment?
Yes. To make an appointment for a test, you will require a referral from your GP or specialist.
What’s the referral process?
If you are experiencing symptoms or concerned about your heart health, you will need to first make an appointment to visit your GP. Your GP will assess your symptoms and recommend the appropriate tests. If your GP refers you for a cardiac test, you can phone your nearest Advara HeartCare centre to make an appointment. The team may request that you provide a copy of your referral in advance, or that you simply bring it on the day.
Note: if you are experiencing chest pain, feeling unwell or have any other symptoms that are concerning you, please call 000.
What do I need for a heart test?
To have a heart test at Advara HeartCare, you will need a referral from your doctor or specialist. Depending on the type of test you have been referred for, there may be minimal preparation, or no preparation required at all.