Prof. Andy Yong

Dr. Andy Yong is a general and interventional cardiologist. As the Director of the Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratory at Concord Hospital and a Staff Specialist, Dr. Yong oversees the delivery of advanced cardiac care services. 

His role extends to academia, where he serves as a Clinical Professor at Macquarie University and an Associate Professor at the University of Sydney. Dr. Yong's commitment to education is reflected in his mentorship of students and his involvement in academic committees.

Dr. Yong's journey to becoming a leader in cardiology includes a prestigious postdoctoral and clinical interventional cardiology fellowship at Stanford University Medical Centre. During this time, he honed his skills in coronary intervention and advanced cardiac procedures.

Dr. Yong's research interests are focused on coronary physiology and intervention, areas in which he has made significant contributions. His pursuit of knowledge led to the completion of a PhD degree at the University of Sydney, funded by an NHMRC Postgraduate Scholarship. His research has been recognised with awards such as the Dean's Research Prize and the Peter Bancroft prize for his PhD thesis.

With over 100 research papers and book chapters to his name, Dr. Yong's work has been published in esteemed journals including Lancet, Circulation, Journal of the American College of Cardiology, and European Heart Journal. He has secured substantial funding for research projects, totalling over $10 million in NHMRC and industry grants.

Dr. Yong's clinical interests involve interventional cardiology, coronary heart disease, structural heart disease, and preventive cardiology. He is known for his compassionate and ethical approach to patient care, prioritising the well-being of his patients above all else.

As a sought-after speaker, Dr. Yong regularly speaks at national and international cardiology conferences, further contributing to the advancement of the field. With admitting rights and the ability to perform cardiac procedures at several prominent hospitals, including Concord, Royal Prince Alfred, Sydney Adventist, Strathfield Private, and Macquarie University Hospitals, Dr. Yong ensures that his patients have access to the highest quality of care.