Dr George Leitl

Dr George Leitl is a highly regarded Cardiologist, Nuclear Medicine Physician, and General Physician based in East Melbourne, Victoria. With a commitment to delivering comprehensive, patient-centred care, he specialises in the diagnosis, management, and treatment of a wide range of cardiovascular conditions. Dr Leitl is dedicated to helping patients navigate their cardiac health journeys with clear communication, clinical excellence, and a reassuring approach.

His clinical practice encompasses the diagnosis and management of chronic cardiac diseases, with a particular focus on ischaemic heart disease, coronary artery disease, and cardiac failure. Dr Leitl has a strong interest in non-invasive cardiac imaging and investigations, utilising advanced diagnostic techniques to assess myocardial ischaemia and optimise patient outcomes. His dual expertise as a Nuclear Medicine Physician allows him to integrate specialised nuclear cardiology, musculoskeletal SPECT/CT, and DEXA bone densitometry into his holistic approach to patient care.

Dr Leitl completed his medical education at the University of Melbourne, where he graduated with a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) in 1972. To further his specialist training, he achieved fellowship with the Royal Australasian College of Physicians, qualifying as a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP). Throughout his career, he has remained actively involved in clinical research and medical education, contributing to peer-reviewed publications on coronary physiology and microvascular resistance.