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Dr ShaileshKhatri

MBBS · FRACP · FCSANZ · Adjunct Professor, Bond University

Senior Interventional Cardiologist with over 25 years of dedicated cardiac service on the Gold Coast. Internationally trained at St. Paul's Hospital, Vancouver — delivering world-class care 24 hours a day.

15,000+Procedures
1,500+Primary PCI
400+TAVI
24/7Emergency
Dr Shailesh Khatri
🏆 Best Cardiologist — Gold Coast 2025
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Bond University
Adjunct Professor
Dr Shailesh Khatri
🏆 Best Cardiologist — Gold Coast 2025

Dr Shailesh Khatri

Senior Interventional Cardiologist

MBBS · FRACP · FCSANZ Adjunct Professor · Bond University 25 Years Gold Coast 24/7 Emergency Care

World-class interventional cardiology — 15,000+ procedures, international training at St. Paul's Hospital Vancouver under Professor John Webb. Gold Coast since 2000.

15,000+Procedures
1,500+Primary PCI
400+TAVI
24/7Emergency
🎓 University of Queensland · MBBS 1990
✈️ St. Paul's Hospital Fellowship · Vancouver 2001
🏆 Best Cardiologist Award · Gold Coast 2025
🎓 Adjunct Professor · Bond University
🏆Best Cardiologist — Gold Coast 2025

Dr ShaileshKhatri

Senior Interventional Cardiologist

MBBS (University of Queensland) · FRACP · FCSANZ
Adjunct Professor, Bond University
Fellowship — St. Paul's Hospital, Vancouver (Prof. John Webb)
24/7 Emergency Cardiac Service · Gold Coast
Dr Shailesh Khatri
25 YearsGold Coast Service
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Vancouver Fellowship
St. Paul's Hospital · 2001
Career Milestones
1983
Arrived in Australia from Fiji
1990
MBBS — University of Queensland
1990s
Cardiology training at Royal Brisbane, Prince Charles & John Hunter Hospitals
2001
Fellowship — St. Paul's Hospital, Vancouver. Under Prof. John Webb. 1,200+ procedures
2001+
Established Gold Coast practice. Founded Tweed Hospital Primary PCI service for uninsured patients
Today
15,000+ procedures · Adjunct Professor, Bond University · Best Cardiologist 2025
Dr Shailesh Khatri
Dr Khatri with medical student
Dr Khatri in practice
15,000+Procedures
400+TAVI
1,500+Primary PCI
25 yrsGold Coast
About

25 Years of Gold Coast
Cardiac Excellence

Dr Shailesh Khatri is one of Australia's most experienced senior interventional cardiologists. Originally from Fiji, he came to Australia in 1983 and earned his medical degree from the University of Queensland in 1990.

Cardiology training followed at the Royal Brisbane Hospital, Prince Charles Hospital and John Hunter Hospital, Newcastle. In 2001, he completed a prestigious Fellowship at St. Paul's Hospital, Vancouver under the direct mentorship of Professor John Webb — one of the world's most celebrated interventional cardiologists — performing over 1,200 procedures during his tenure.

Returning to the Gold Coast, Dr Khatri built one of Australia's highest-volume interventional cardiology practices. He is an Adjunct Professor at Bond University and over 20 years ago pioneered the Primary PCI service at Tweed Hospital — extending emergency cardiac care to uninsured patients from NSW's Northern Rivers region, a legacy that continues to save lives today.

FRACPFellow, Royal Australasian College of Physicians
FCSANZFellow, Cardiac Society of Australia & New Zealand
SCAIMember, Society of Cardiac Angiography & Interventions
AMAMember, Australian Medical Association
Core Strengths

What Sets Dr Khatri Apart

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International Training Pedigree

Trained at St. Paul's Hospital, Vancouver under Professor John Webb — one of the world's most celebrated interventional cardiologists. Over 1,200 procedures completed during fellowship. This international foundation underpins every procedure Dr Khatri performs.

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High-Volume, High-Expertise

Over 15,000 procedures performed — including 400+ TAVI and 1,500+ emergency Primary PCI procedures for patients experiencing acute heart attacks. Experience at volume that directly translates to superior patient safety and outcomes.

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Genuine 24/7 Emergency Care

Dr Khatri provides a genuine round-the-clock emergency cardiac service. Gold Coast patients experiencing heart attacks have access to expert intervention at any hour, any day of the year — not a call centre, a cardiologist.

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Academic Leadership

Appointed Adjunct Professor at Bond University, Dr Khatri contributes to post-graduate cardiac education, staying at the forefront of evidence-based cardiology and training the next generation of Australian cardiologists.

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Community-First Commitment

Pioneer of the Tweed Hospital Primary PCI service for over 20 years — providing emergency cardiac care to uninsured patients from the Northern Rivers region of NSW at no benefit to himself. Service beyond the practice.

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Peer & Patient Recognition

Recipient of the Best Cardiologist award on the Gold Coast in 2025 — reflecting 25 years of consistently excellent clinical outcomes, patient satisfaction, and leadership in interventional cardiac medicine.

Track Record

A Career Measured in
Lives Saved

Every number represents a patient, a family, a life. Over 25 years on the Gold Coast, Dr Khatri has built one of Australia's most experienced high-volume interventional cardiology practices — available to his community every hour of every day.

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0+Total Cardiac Procedures Performed
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0+Primary PCI — Emergency Heart Attacks
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0+TAVI Procedures Performed
0Years Serving the Gold Coast
Specialisations

Interventional Cardiology Services

A comprehensive suite of catheter-based cardiac procedures — each underpinned by 25 years of Gold Coast experience, international training, and a 15,000+ procedure track record that speaks for itself.

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Coronary Angiography

Catheter-based imaging to precisely map the coronary arteries, identify blockages and stenosis, and guide optimal treatment planning. The diagnostic gold standard for coronary artery disease.

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Angioplasty & Stenting

Minimally invasive restoration of coronary blood flow using balloon angioplasty and drug-eluting stents — achieving open-artery results without open-heart surgery and with shorter recovery times.

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TAVI

Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation — catheter-based valve replacement for eligible patients, avoiding open-heart surgery. Dr Khatri is one of the most experienced TAVI operators on the Gold Coast. 400+ procedures

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Primary PCI — Heart Attack

Emergency angioplasty for acute myocardial infarction — available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Rapid restoration of blood flow to limit heart muscle damage and save lives. 1,500+ · 24/7

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Carotid Angiography & Stenting

Catheter-based assessment and treatment of carotid artery stenosis to significantly reduce stroke risk. Restores safe cerebrovascular blood flow with a minimally invasive approach.

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PFO & ASD Closure

Catheter-based closure of patent foramen ovale and atrial septal defects — treating structural cardiac abnormalities via minimally invasive catheter approach, avoiding open-heart surgery.

Your Care Pathway

How to See Dr Khatri

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See Your GP First

A referral from your General Practitioner is required for all consultations. Your GP will assess your symptoms, arrange initial tests, and write a referral to The Cardiac Centre.

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Book Your Appointment

Contact The Cardiac Centre with your GP referral to schedule a consultation at John Flynn Specialist Suites, Level 3, Suites 301–303, 42 Inland Drive, Tugun QLD 4224.

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Your Consultation & Care

Dr Khatri will review your full history, explain your diagnosis clearly, and plan your care — whether that's further investigations, medication management, or an interventional procedure.

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Cardiac Emergency? Dr Khatri provides a genuine 24/7 emergency cardiac service. In a life-threatening emergency, call 000 immediately.

Recognition
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Best Cardiologist — Gold Coast

Recognised as one of Gold Coast's finest cardiologists, reflecting 25 years of consistently excellent clinical outcomes, patient care and medical leadership.

2025
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Best Cardiologist — Gold Coast

A second award confirming Dr Khatri's standing as one of the region's most accomplished and trusted interventional cardiologists.

2025
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Adjunct Professor — Bond University

Appointed to contribute to post-graduate medical education on the Gold Coast, mentoring and training the next generation of cardiologists.

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Pioneer — Tweed Hospital Primary PCI

Established the emergency cardiac service at Tweed Hospital over 20 years ago, extending life-saving care to uninsured patients from the NSW Northern Rivers region.

International Fellowship · Vancouver, Canada · 2001
St. Paul's Hospital — Under Professor John Webb

Trained under one of the world's most celebrated interventional cardiologists, completing over 1,200 procedures. This international pedigree is the foundation of a world-class Gold Coast practice.

Recognised by Peers &
The Community

A career built on exceptional clinical outcomes, continuous learning, and genuine dedication to the Gold Coast community has earned Dr Khatri recognition at both a local and national level.

With admitting rights at John Flynn Private Hospital and an Adjunct Professorship at Bond University, Dr Khatri remains as committed to teaching and advancing cardiac medicine as he is to each individual patient.

His 24/7 emergency cardiac service — including over 1,500 life-saving Primary PCI procedures — underscores a commitment to the Gold Coast community that has defined his career for over 25 years.

Dr Khatri with medical student
A Pioneer's Legacy

The Service That Changed
Northern Rivers Cardiac Care

Over 20 years ago, Dr Khatri identified a critical gap: patients experiencing heart attacks in the Northern Rivers region of NSW — many uninsured — had no access to emergency angioplasty close to home.

Without mandate or financial incentive, he established the Primary PCI service at Tweed Hospital entirely for uninsured patients from across the NSW border. That service operates to this day, saving lives that would otherwise be lost.

This is the measure of Dr Khatri's commitment — not just to his private patients, but to anyone in the community whose heart needs urgent care, regardless of circumstance.

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Access to life-saving cardiac care should not depend on which side of a border you live on, or whether you hold private health insurance.

Dr Khatri in catheterisation laboratory
20+Years of Service
Tweed Hospital
Patient Reviews

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FAQ

Common Questions

Everything you need to know before your first appointment with Dr Khatri. Can't find your answer? Get in touch.

Do I need a referral to see Dr Khatri?
Yes — a GP referral is required for all consultations. Your GP will assess your symptoms, arrange initial tests, and write a referral to The Cardiac Centre, who will schedule your appointment at John Flynn Specialist Suites, Tugun.
Where does Dr Khatri consult?
Dr Khatri's consulting rooms are located at John Flynn Specialist Suites, Level 3, Suites 301–303, 42 Inland Drive, Tugun QLD 4224 — within the John Flynn Private Hospital precinct on the Gold Coast. He holds admitting rights at John Flynn Private Hospital.
What is an interventional cardiologist?
An interventional cardiologist uses catheter-based techniques to diagnose and treat heart conditions — including blocked arteries, valve disease, and structural defects — often avoiding the need for open-heart surgery. Dr Khatri has performed over 15,000 such procedures over 25 years.
Is emergency cardiac care available after hours?
Yes. Dr Khatri provides a genuine 24/7 emergency cardiac service and has personally performed over 1,500 Primary PCI procedures for patients experiencing acute heart attacks — available at any time of day or night. In a life-threatening emergency, always call 000 first.
What is TAVI and does Dr Khatri perform it?
TAVI (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation) is a minimally invasive procedure to replace the aortic valve via catheter, without open-heart surgery. Dr Khatri has performed over 400 TAVI procedures and is one of the most experienced TAVI operators on the Gold Coast.
What are Dr Khatri's qualifications?
Dr Khatri holds MBBS from the University of Queensland, is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP) and the Cardiac Society of Australia and New Zealand (FCSANZ). He is a member of SCAI and the AMA, and is Adjunct Professor at Bond University, Gold Coast.
Contact

Get in Touch

Dr Khatri consults at John Flynn Specialist Suites, Tugun. A GP referral is required for all consultations. For cardiac emergencies, his 24/7 service ensures priority care is always available.

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Consulting Rooms
John Flynn Specialist Suites
Level 3, Suites 301–303
42 Inland Drive, Tugun QLD 4224
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Appointments
Via The Cardiac Centre
cardiac-centre.com.au →
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24 / 7 Cardiac Emergency
Round-the-clock emergency cardiology. Life-threatening emergency: call 000 immediately.
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Referrals & Admissions
GP referral required for consultation. Admitting rights at John Flynn Private Hospital, Gold Coast.
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Admitting Hospital
John Flynn Private Hospital
42 Inland Drive, Tugun QLD 4224
📍  Get Directions — John Flynn, Tugun QLD
Located within the John Flynn Private Hospital precinct at Tugun — convenient to the Gold Coast Highway and Gold Coast Airport. On-site parking available.

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