A/Prof John Amerena

A/Prof John Amerena is a highly regarded Cardiologist based in Geelong, Australia, who is dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate cardiac care. With a strong focus on managing complex cardiovascular conditions, he specialises in heart failure, hypertension, and hyperlipidaemia. A/Prof Amerena is committed to delivering personalised treatment plans that improve patient outcomes and enhance quality of life, ensuring that each individual receives the highest standard of cardiovascular care.

A/Prof Amerena completed his medical training in Melbourne before undertaking advanced postgraduate training in the United States at the University of Michigan, where he focused on hypertension and lipid disorders. He holds a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) and is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP) as well as a Fellow of the Cardiac Society of Australia and New Zealand (FCSANZ). His extensive academic background is complemented by his roles as an Associate Professor, holding academic appointments at Deakin University, Monash University, and the University of Melbourne.

In addition to his clinical practice, A/Prof Amerena is a leading researcher in the field of cardiovascular medicine. He serves as the Director of a prominent cardiology research unit, overseeing numerous clinical trials, and leads a dedicated heart failure programme. His research interests particularly focus on atherothrombosis, antithrombotic and antiplatelet therapies, atrial fibrillation, and acute coronary syndromes. Through his active involvement in international clinical trials and research, A/Prof Amerena remains at the forefront of modern cardiology, bringing the latest evidence-based therapies directly to his patients.