Dr David BertovicBMedSci (Hons), MBBS, FRACPCardiologist
David is a comprehensive General Cardiologist, who feels strongly about patient-focused care. David is particularly committed to ensuring that patients are equipped with the information they require to fully understand the reasons behind the assessment and treatment of their cardiovascular condition.
Following the completion of his undergraduate training at Monash University in 1999, David has worked at Geelong Hospital, Alfred Health and completed his cardiology training at Monash Medical Centre. As an undergraduate, David undertook a clinical research project examining the effects of strength training on blood pressure and other aspects of the human arterial system. This lead him to being awarded the Honors Degree of Bachelor of Medical Science in 1996. His professional interest in exercise and sports cardiology has also seen him recently work with the Carlton and North Melbourne football clubs and Melbourne Victory Football Club.
David has acted as a medical supervisor for a number of clinical research studies at The Baker Heart and Diabetes Institute. He has taught undergraduate students of the Monash University Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences and written teaching modules for the Australasian College of Sport and Exercise Physicians.
In addition to his clinical consulting with Ballarat Cardiology, David has appointments at Alfred Health, and Bairnsdale Regional Health Services. He also provides consulting services to a number of Aboriginal Health clinics throughout rural Victoria.