What we do
We have a range of services and clinics to assess and treat patients with heart problems.
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We assess and treat adult patients with cardiovascular (heart) diseases, including the most advanced forms of coronary, valvular, heart muscle and heart rhythm disorders. Through a wide range of outpatient clinics, investigation suites and a large inpatient service, we care for patients from our local community and across Australia. We have an extensive research and education program, for which we are known internationally.
Important update regarding COVID-19
Due to COVID-19, The Heart Centre at the Alfred is now offering a range of telehealth appointments, as an alternative to a face to face appointment. Please call us on (03) 9076 3263 to discuss.
Patient stories
Read or watch stories from our patients.
Cardiology research
In the Department of Cardiology, we maintain a heavy academic interest in improving the lives of our patients through careful research and scientific study.
General Cardiology
Specialised Cardiology
Pacing
Coronary Intervention
Imaging
Heart Failure & Transplant
Electrophysiology
Structural Heart
Latest news
Craig’s second lease on life
For the first time in fifteen years Craig is able to feel his toes again. Craig received a life changing heart transplant just over two months ago and has never felt more alive.
Tim’s giving spirit lives on
Jo and Tim had everything ahead of them. After four happy years together, they were planning to build their dream home. Jo never dreamed that this year, she would be faced with making a heartbreaking decision on Tim’s behalf – would he want to be an organ donor.
A team close to the heart
The Alfred Heart and Lung Transplant team see the daily battles and the extraordinary journeys all our transplant patients face. Professor Andrew Taylor and Janelle McLean from this team, are by these patient’s side from their very first admission to their final follow up appointment.