The Victorian Heart Hospital is Australia’s first dedicated cardiac care facility, providing specialised emergency treatment for heart-related conditions.
- Dedicated cardiac facility: Focused on providing life-saving treatments for cardiac conditions
- Expert cardiac teams: Access to leading cardiologists and cardiac care professionals
- Advanced cardiac technology: Equipped with state-of-the-art diagnostic and treatment tools
When to visit the Victorian Heart Hospital for emergency care
Patients experiencing a cardiac emergency, such as chest pain or symptoms of a heart attack, should seek immediate care at the Victorian Heart Hospital.
For non-cardiac emergencies
Patients with non-cardiac emergencies should go to the closest general emergency department.
If you are at the Victorian Heart Hospital, the nearest location is the Monash Medical Centre emergency department (3 km, approximately 10 minutes in regular traffic conditions from the Victorian Heart Hospital).
Visit the Monash Health website for Emergency Department wait times.
Transfer for non-cardiac emergencies
If a patient arrives at the Victorian Heart Hospital with non-cardiac issues, they will be safely transferred to the most appropriate emergency care location, ensuring they receive the specialised care they need.
For all non-cardiac emergencies, contact Monash Medical Centre or your nearest emergency department.