Cardiology Research Review, Issue 163, with commentary by A/Prof John Amerena

In this issue:

  • Microplastics and nanoplastics in atheromas
  • RNA interference agent zilebesiran for mild to moderate hypertension
  • Recurrence of AF in patients with new- onset AF after CABG
  • Cardiovascular outcomes in type 2 diabetics treated with various agents
  • Direct oral anticoagulants for stroke prevention in patients with device- detected AF
  • Angiotensin receptor + neprilysin inhibition in patients with STEMI vs NSTEMI
  • Remoteness does not affect post-MI outcomes in Victoria
  • Secondary prevention medications in metropolitan vs non-metropolitan areas of Victoria
  • Concomitant use of SSRIs and oral anticoagulants increases risk of major bleeding
  • Impact of empagliflozin on heart failure risk after MI

Download the Review here 

Heart Failure Practice Review: Issue 4, with commentary by Dr Janette Tenne

In this issue:

–  Dietary sodium and fluid intake in HF
–  The tricuspid valve: Pathology, imaging, and current treatment options
–  Chronic RHF and TR
–  IV iron therapy in patients with HF and iron deficiency
–  Diagnosing and managing CS
–  Patient-centred adult cardiovascular care
–  Overcoming clinical inertia with SGLT2 inhibitors
–  Chronic HF treatment
–  Newly diagnosed systemic light chain amyloidosis
–  Changes to the prescription process from 1 July 2024
–  Medicines Repurposing Program established
–  ACHD Workforce Global Survey
–  COVID-19 resources
–  Conferences, workshops and CPD

Download the issue here (pdf)

Research Review Educational Series: Diagnosis and management of transthyretin amyloid cardiomyopathy

The review provides an overview of the clinical management of transthyretin amyloid cardiomyopathy, including its diagnosis and management. It also includes guiding commentary from Professor Liza Thomas, the Clinical Lead for cardiac imaging at Westmead Hospital and Dr Hasib Sidiqi, a consultant haematologist at Fiona Stanley Hospital in Perth.

Download the review here. 

ICCG 2024

If you attended the ICCG 2024, the recordings are now available. To begin the login process to access the Conference presentations, please click here: https://go.csanz.edu.au/Mediasite/Showcase/iccg2024

Instructions on how to log in and access the videos is available here.

FAQs and technical assistance is available here https://events.gigtv.com.au/iccg-conference-2024/

CSANZ members have unlimited access to these presentations.

Access for non-CSANZ members expires Monday 8 July 2024. If you would like to become a CSANZ member, please complete the member application form on the website here.

Heart, Lung and Circulation – latest articles. Hot off the Press

Cardiac Amyloidosis: New Treatments Hold Promise for Early Intervention
A 2024 Australia–New Zealand Expert Consensus Statement on Cardiac Amyloidosis (CA) is now published in Heart, Lung and Circulation. CA is a multi-system condition in which amyloid proteins deposit in multiple organs, including the heart, where this infiltration can lead to symptoms of heart failure, conduction block, and arrhythmias. Endorsed by CSANZ, and co-authored by Bart, Fatkin, Thomas, and others, the Statement outlines recent advances in non-invasive diagnosis, and targeted, disease modifying therapies, including gene editing techniques. The Statement advocates for early referral to a specialist amyloidosis centre for advanced testing and therapy, and active enrolment into clinical trials.
https://www.heartlungcirc.org/article/S1443-9506(24)00123-9/fulltext

Robotic-Assisted PCI: Initial Australian Clinical Experience
As part of the run-in phase for an upcoming randomised clinical trial, Sydney-based researchers have reported their early experience with robotic-assisted percutaneous coronary intervention (R-PCI). All procedures—in 21 patients with a total of 24 lesions—were performed with the CorPath GRX second-generation robot; and, in most cases, were safe and effective, with manual conversion required in four cases. Robotic assistance is designed to allow “millimetre”, and thus more accurate, manipulation via the operator touchscreen; however, some manual inputs at the patient bedside are still necessary, such as when achieving vascular access and performing diagnostic angiography. Among their findings, the researchers observed a short learning curve; with increasing operator and assistant experience, there was less radiation exposure.
https://www.heartlungcirc.org/article/S1443-9506(24)00049-0/fulltext

Before Cardiac Catheterisation: To Fast or Not To Fast?
Although cardiac catheterisation is recognised as the current gold standard test for diagnosing and managing carotid artery disease what is less established is whether fasting is necessary before the procedure. A single-centre prospective cohort study conducted at the Auckland City Hospital, New Zealand (and during the COVID-19 pandemic, no less), has determined that the local policy of no longer fasting patients before the procedure was well-regarded and preferred by the surveyed patients themselves, and seemed safe. The study authors said larger, multicentre studies would be warranted to support an international policy change from fasting to not fasting before cardiac catheterisation.
https://www.heartlungcirc.org/article/S1443-9506(24)00004-0/fulltext

Compiled by Dr Ann Gregory, Commissioning Editor, Heart, Lung and Circulation.

Fellow (Electrophysiology) – Southport, QLD

Position: Fellow (Electrophysiology) 

Location: Southport
Remuneration: $160,444 – $176,802 per annum

The Role
An opportunity has become available for a Fellow (Electrophysiology) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 12 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.

You will 

  • Provide appropriate evidenced based clinical care in the specialty of Cardiology and Electrophysiology for both inpatients and outpatients.
  • Participate in the relevant cardiology rosters for EP consults, clinical measurements pacemaker clinic and other associated duties when required.
  • Contribute to the Cardiology after hours rosters where relevant.
  • Provide support to related electrophysiology services including outpatient clinics and outreach services where required. This may involve visits to the Robina Hospital and community clinics.
  • Supervise a training registrars and junior medical staff to ensure appropriate provision of patient care.

About you 
To be successful in this position you will require:

  • AHPRA Registration.
  • A Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) or recognised equivalent.
  • Experience in cardiovascular research.
  • Competency and recognised training in Cardiology including successful completion of RACP Advanced Training in Cardiology at a recognised centre or international equivalent.
  • IELTS exam completion with a minimum score of seven (for overseas applicants).
  • Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against – Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B.
  • Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required.
  • Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed.
  • Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost).

Benefits

  • Flexible work options
  • Career Development
  • Salary Packaging
  • Modern Facilities
  • Diverse Work Culture
  • Research Opportunities
  • 12.75% super
  • 17.5% leave loading

Salary 

  • Temporary full time (up to 12 months, with possibility of extension).
  • Base salary ranging from $160 444 – $176 802 per annum.

About Us 
The Cardiac Services at the Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service (GCHHS) is at Clinical Services Capability Framework (CSCF) Level 6, and includes two cardiology wards (42 beds), 10 bed Cardiac Care Unit (CCU) and 3 Cardiac Catheter Suites with one being an Electrophysiology Laboratory and the other 2 being Coronary and Structural Laboratories.

About Gold Coast Health

  • Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care.
  • Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion.
  • More than 1100 beds across three hospitals – Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts.
  • Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities.
  • Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle.
  • A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best.
  • Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong.

How to Apply
Click APPLY to submit your application by Monday, 1 July 2024

Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process. 

Enquiries:                        Dr Robert Park on 0436 801 927
Job Ad Reference:          GC562914
Application Details:        https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-GC562914

Closing Date:                    Monday, 1 July 2024
Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted. 

 

Fellow (Interventional Cardiology) – Southport, QLD

Position: Fellow (Interventional Cardiology) 

Location: Southport
Remuneration: $160,444 – $176,802 per annum

The Role 
An opportunity has become available for a Fellow (Interventional Cardiology) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 12 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.

You will 

  • Make a significant contribution to the pre-procedure assessment and post-operative patient care.
  • Be involved in the on-call ST Elevation Myocardial Infarction (STEMI) roster after hours and on weekend and attended rostered interventional cardiology clinic.
  • Be responsible for assisting with regular audit of procedural outcomes and mortality and morbidity reviews.
  • Provide appropriate evidenced based clinical care in the specialty of Cardiology and Interventional Cardiology for both inpatients and outpatients.
  • Actively participate in clinical research where possible.

About you 
To be successful in this position you will require:

  • AHPRA Registration.
  • Bachelor of Medicine / Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) or recognised equivalent.
  • Competency and recognised training in Cardiology and Cardiac catheterisation including successful completion of an Advanced training in Cardiology at a recognised centre.
  • Familiarity in acute coronary intervention and participation in an established primary Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI) program.
  • Training and experience in cardiac catheterisation as per Cardiac Society of Australia and New Zealand (CSANZ) guidelines.
  • IELTS examination completion achieving a minimum score of 7 (for overseas applicants).
  • Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against – Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B.
  • Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required.
  • Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed.
  • Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost).

Benefits

  • Flexible work options
  • Career Development
  • Salary Packaging
  • Modern Facilities
  • Diverse Work Culture
  • Research Opportunities
  • 12.75% super
  • 17.5% leave loading

Salary 

  • Temporary full time (up to 12 months, with possibility of extension).
  • Base salary ranging from $160 444 – $176 802 per annum.

About Us 
The Cardiac Services at the Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service includes a 20 bed cardiology ward, 6 bed Cardiac Care Unit and 3 Cardiac Catheter Suites with one being an Electrophysiology Laboratory and the other 2 being Coronary and Structural Laboratories.

About Gold Coast Health

  • Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care.
  • Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion.
  • More than 1100 beds across three hospitals – Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts.
  • Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities.
  • Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle.
  • A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best.
  • Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong.

How to Apply
Click APPLY to submit your application by Monday, 1 July 2024

Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process. 

Job Ad reference:            GC563248

Enquiries:                           Rohan Jayasinghe on 0413 720 967

Application Details:        https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-GC563248

Closing Date:                     Monday, 1 July 2024
Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted. 

Cardiologists – Brisbane QLD

Position: Cardiologist

For more than 20 years, our Australian-owned business has developed a proud reputation based on quality outcomes and patient care. We’re the largest cardiology provider in Australia, with more than 90 centres and 100 doctors.
A unique opportunity is available to gain experience and broad exposure in Cardiac Imaging and General Cardiology in Brisbane Metro within the private sector.

Your impact, with us
We are seeking Cardiologists across all sub-specialities to use your skills and expertise to provide quality care to patients with a wide range of heart and cardiovascular conditions.

You’ll make a meaningful impact by:

  • Consulting with and monitoring general cardiology patients, both private and public inpatients and outpatients, to understand their symptoms and health concerns.
  • Performing tests and procedures across the broad spectrum of cardiology investigations.
  • Contributing to research to help us provide even better patient care and collaborating with colleagues in a group practice model to build our knowledge and nurture a supportive team culture.

Why Advara HeartCare
We’re a values-driven organisation where every person matters. Because whatever your role here, you are our impact and you are our future.

  • Offering a range of flexible employment options with us, including full-time, part-time and contract available.
  • Expand your skills and sub-speciality expertise in a true group practice model.
  • Be recognised for your impact with our performance-based incentives.
  • Create the work-life balance you need with flexible work arrangements and the option to purchase additional annual leave.
  • Access to personal and professional development opportunities both in clinical and non-clinical practice
  • Paid leave entitlements including but not limited to annual, conference, personal and long service leave plus an abundance of extra benefits.

 What you’ll bring

To succeed in this role, you will have:

  • A passion for delivering exceptional patient care and a commitment to improving Australia’s heart health.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to nurture positive connections with patients.
  • A mindset of collaboration and continual learning. You will seize opportunities to expand your skills and expertise, and you’ll be willing to share your knowledge and experience to help our company and people thrive.

Essential Criteria:

  • Registration as a Medical Practitioner with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Authority.
  • FRACP, Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of Physicians, including sub-specialty training and recognition in Cardiology.
  • Eligibility for a Medicare Provider Number to provide specialist services.

To find out more and apply for this role, please click the link below or contact Kristen Wakeford, Talent Acquisition Business Partner @ [email protected]

https://www.seek.com.au/job/75291350?ref=cm-ui

Covid 19 Vaccination Requirement
In line with the Public Health Order, all Advara HeartCare employees are required to be vaccinated for COVID-19. To be eligible for consideration to perform work for Advara HeartCare, all recruits must provide evidence against COVID-19 and comply with the requirements of the Public Health Order prior to appointment.

Advara HeartCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values the diversity of its people. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability.

Non-Interventional & Interventional Cardiologists – Wide Bay, QLD

Position: Non-Interventional & Interventional Cardiologists

Advara HeartCare has an exciting opportunity for Non-Interventional & Interventional Cardiologist’s to join our Wide Bay region and be a driving force in the delivery of Cardiology treatment.

The purpose of this role is to provide specialist Cardiology skills and care to a broad spectrum of patients with Cardiology ailments. To participate and contribute to the collegial team in aspects of research and clinical practice.

The Cardiologist will have responsibility for the care of general Cardiology private and public patients, inpatients and outpatients.

What you’ll do: 

  • Provide comprehensive cardiology consulting and procedures across the broad range of cardiology investigations including:
  • Non-Interventional: Exercise Stress Tests, ECG’s, Holter Monitors, Event Monitors, Blood Pressure Monitors, Transthoracic, Trans-oesophageal and Dobutamine Stress Echocardiograms
  • Interventional: Angiogram, Angioplasty and Stenting, Cardioversion, Trans Oesophageal Echocardiogram.

Who you are: 

  • Registration as a Medical Practitioner with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Authority.
  • Fellowship of the Royal Australia College of Physicians including subspecialty training and recognition in Cardiology.
  • Eligible for a Medicare Provider Number for the provision of specialist services.

What’s in it for you: 

  • Enjoy a sea-change and live in a beautiful coastal community. The area has fabulous beaches with coastal living, are family friendly with quality schools. Ideal for a doctor with a young family with lots of outdoor activities or equally appealing to a more senior doctor looking for the ideal retirement location where fine dining is in abundance.
  • Reward for effort pay structure, with uncapped earning potential
  • Work in a group of practices with nationally and internationally recognised clinical leaders
  • Opportunity to develop sub-specialty interests and expertise by virtue of a true group practice model
  • An organisation that lives and breathe their key values.

Who we are:
We are a team of over 700 highly trained and passionate healthcare professionals, innovative support staff and leaders across 80 locations in Australia. We believe through individualised care, research and world-leading outcomes, we will reduce the impact of heart disease in Australia. We do this through bringing together leading experts, innovative technology and the latest tests and procedures.

We are about deep patient care, exceptional outcomes for all and moving the industry forward.

To find out more and apply for this role, please click the link below or contact Kristen Wakeford, Talent Acquisition Business Partner @ [email protected]

https://www.seek.com.au/job/75291400?ref=cm-ui

Covid 19 Vaccination Requirement

In line with the Public Health Order, all Advara HeartCare employees are required to be vaccinated for COVID-19. To be eligible for consideration to perform work for Advara HeartCare, all recruits must provide evidence against COVID-19 and comply with the requirements of the Public Health Order prior to appointment.

Advara HeartCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values the diversity of its people. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability.

Cardiologist – Darwin and Palmerston, NT

Position: Cardiologist

NT Government – Department of Health
RTF 295397
Date: 9/5/24 – 5/6/24

Please see below description and link to apply:

Cardiologist
Staff Specialist Clinician SMO1.1 – SMO1.6 (Remuneration Package $240,445 – $293,843)
Senior Staff Specialist Clinician SMO2.1 – SMO2.3 (Remuneration Package $303,839 – $335,923)
Division of Medicine
Royal Darwin and Palmerston Regional Hospitals
Fixed, Part time (0.5 FTE) – Negotiable

One vacancy is available, working in Darwin and Palmerston.

Royal Darwin and Palmerston Regional Hospitals, Northern Territory Health seek an experienced Cardiologist/s to join the Department of Medicine.

The Northern Territory Cardiology Service goal is to provide patient centred care, delivering evidence based best practice for all of the diverse and remote NT population.
This includes a strong focus on research with the opportunity for further postgraduate studies, including collaborative research opportunities through the Menzies School of Health Research.

Key duties are:
• Contribute to regular Cardiology 1 week ward service and after hour on call.  Approximately 9 weeks per year.
• Contribute to the Angiography / Intervention PCI service including on call PCI service.
• Contribute to Pacemaker / ICD implantation and management.
• Contribute to reporting echocardiograms, Exercise tests and Stress Echocardiograms
• Regular public outpatient, telehealth and outreach Cardiology clinics. This includes providing clinical support to nominated remote communities.
• Contribute to the supervision and teaching of Intern’s RMO’s and Registrar’s as well as contributing to Medical Student teaching.

Staff Specialist (Remuneration Package Range $240,445 – $293,843)
Comprising salary $207,165 – $253,495 superannuation, leave loading and the value of 2 weeks extra recreation leave.

Senior Staff Specialist (Remuneration Package Range $303,839 – $335,923)
Comprising salary $262,168 – $290,005 superannuation, leave loading and the value of 2 weeks extra recreation leave.

For further information about this vacancy please contact: Dr Marcus Ilton on 08 8922 6720 or [email protected]

Quote vacancy number: 35519
Closing date: 30.07.2024

Applications should consist of a one page summary sheet, resume / CV and copies of relevant qualifications.
For a copy of the Job Description or to view career opportunities in the Northern Territory Government please visit https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/Search

Apply Here Link – https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=295397

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