The type of patients that we care for on the Cardiology Unit include those with MI’s, Heart Failure, Arrhythmias, Cardiac Infections, Pre Cardiac Surgical patients, Adult Congenital Heart Diseases as well as those with other pre-existing cardiology issues and co-morbidities.
As well as the acute cardiology beds, we are in the process of renovating one of our areas into a Temporary Pacing Suite, which will enable us to treat patients that are in emergency need of a pacemaker on our ward at any point day or night.
Our Heart Care Unit Team comprises of 8 Cardiology consultants with 2 visiting cardiologists from other hospitals. We have 4 registrars and rotational junior doctors.
Our nursing team comprises of approximately 55 staff of different levels. Our nursing team is supported by the ward clerk, domestics, volunteers and a dedicated discharge team. We work closely with allied health care professionals to ensure our patients receive holistic care.
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