Precision imaging. Timely answers. Clear management.
At Canberra Heart Clinic, echocardiography is central to how we deliver specialist cardiovascular care. Our service is designed to provide rapid access to high-quality cardiac imaging, with cardiologist-led interpretation and clear, actionable reporting. We have 3 cardiac sonographers available onsite 5 days per week.
We offer a dedicated echocardiography service operating five days a week, supporting both referring practitioners and patients with timely, clinically relevant diagnostics.
Why refer to Canberra Heart Clinic for echocardiography?
Cardiologist-led service
All studies are performed with specialist oversight and interpreted by experienced cardiologists, ensuring diagnostic accuracy and clinical relevance.
Rapid access
We prioritise timely appointments, with same-week availability where possible.
Clear, concise reporting
Reports are structured to support clinical decision-making, with practical recommendations where appropriate.
Integrated care pathway
Where required, patients can be reviewed clinically and managed within the same service—reducing fragmentation and delays.
Consistency and quality
Our focus is on reproducible, high-quality imaging aligned with contemporary standards.
Our Echocardiography Services
Transthoracic Echocardiography (TTE)
Comprehensive assessment of cardiac structure and function, including:
- Left and right ventricular function
- Valve morphology and haemodynamics
- Pericardial disease
- Aortic pathology
Stress Echocardiography
Functional assessment for:
- Suspected or known coronary artery disease
- Risk stratification
- Assessment of symptoms such as chest pain or dyspnoea
Valvular Heart Disease Assessment
Detailed evaluation and longitudinal follow-up of:
- Aortic stenosis and regurgitation
- Mitral valve disease
- Prosthetic valve function
Heart Failure & Cardiomyopathy Evaluation
Imaging to guide diagnosis, management, and monitoring of:
- Reduced and preserved ejection fraction
- Structural cardiomyopathies
- Treatment response
When to Refer for Echocardiography
Consider referral for patients with:
- Cardiac murmur
- Unexplained breathlessness
- Suspected heart failure
- Chest pain or possible ischaemia
- Palpitations with suspected structural heart disease
- Known or suspected valvular heart disease
- Abnormal ECG findings requiring structural assessment
- Pre-operative cardiac evaluation
What Referrers Can Expect
- Timely appointments (urgent cases accommodated where possible)
- Structured reports with clinically relevant conclusions
- Clear communication where findings require urgent follow-up
- Collaborative care with practical management recommendations
Referral Process
Referrals can be sent via:
- Secure electronic referral
- Fax or email
- Direct contact with our rooms
For urgent enquiries or to discuss a case, please contact our clinic directly.
Locations & Continuity of Care
Consultations and imaging are available at:
- Deakin
- Gungahlin
Where further management or procedures are required, patients are treated at:
- National Capital Private Hospital
- Calvary Bruce Private Hospital
This ensures a seamless pathway from investigation through to treatment.
Our Approach
We view echocardiography not simply as a diagnostic test, but as a critical component of clinical decision-making. Our focus is on delivering imaging that provides clarity, supports timely intervention, and improves patient outcomes.