Victorian Heart Hospital
Australia’s first dedicated heart hospital
Coronary heart disease is the single leading underlying cause of death across Victoria. Heart disease is responsible for 29 per cent of years of life lost in Victoria.
A collaborative partnership between the Victorian Government, Monash Health and Monash University, the Victorian Heart Hospital will bring world-leading cardiovascular care to all Victorians, and put specialised life-saving services within close reach of residents of Melbourne’s south-east.
About the Victorian Heart Hospital
Operated by Monash Health at Monash University's Clayton Campus, the Victorian Heart Hospital will provide dedicated cardiac services to improve health outcomes for people with heart disease.
Health & community benefits
The Victorian Heart Hospital will bring world-leading clinical cardiovascular care within easy reach of residents of Melbourne’s south-east.
Economic benefits
Once completed, the hospital will be a major employer in the region, directly employing more than 850 people across the clinical care and research areas with an estimated salary expenditure of $142 million each year.
Driving innovation
Innovation in the health sector improves the quality of life for Victorians, generating new jobs and investment, and creating new industries and export markets.
Heart hospitals around the world
Across the world, over 55 specialised heart centres have driven clinical and research advancements, bringing new hope to cardiac patients and new economic benefits to their regions.
For media enquiries regarding the Victorian Heart Hospital, please contact Monash University's media team on:
Telephone: +61 3 9903 4840 Email: media@monash.edu
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Funding debate aside, this is why we need a new heart hospital
08 August, 2017
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Vision For World Class Cardiac Care In Victoria
06 May, 2016
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Heart attack myths could be putting your life at risk
3 August, 2017
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The new pill that could help you enjoy a better night’s sleep
06 November, 2016
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At the heart of disease – Monash leader
17 November, 2017
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