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Percutaneous coronary intervention (also known as a stent): Patient procedure guide
A percutaneous coronary intervention procedure is a common procedure performed to open up arteries that are clogged or narrowed due to fatty deposits. The procedure can also be referred to as a coronary angioplasty, a balloon angioplasty, or more commonly as a ...
Coronary angiogram: Complete patient guide
A coronary angiogram is a common procedure that can also be known as an angiogram, coronary angiography, cardiac catheterisation or even just as an “angio”. Heart disease is still the leading cause of death in Australia, despite ongoing improvements in prevention,...
Sutherland Heart Clinic’s Dr Mark Pitney awarded Order of Australia for his service to cardiology
Sutherland Heart Clinic’s very own Clinical Director, Dr Mark Pitney, has been recognised for his service to cardiology with an Order of Australia in the 2021 Queen's Birthday Honours. When asked about the honour, Dr Pitney was quick to point out that there were many...