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Suites 14 & 25, 17 Moore Street, Liverpool NSW 2170
MBBS, FRACP, FACC, FCSANZ
A/Prof Craig Juergens is a renowned interventional cardiologist based in Liverpool, Sydney, Australia. With extensive experience and expertise in the field of cardiology, he has made remarkable contributions to the medical community. After graduating with Honours from UNSW in 1986, A/Prof Juergens underwent cardiology training at RPAH. Seeking further specialization, he pursued an Interventional Cardiology Fellowship at Stanford University, where he gained valuable knowledge and experience. In 1997, A/Prof Juergens established the Interventional Cardiology Service at Liverpool Hospital, which has since become one of the busiest units in Australia, showcasing its growth and success under his leadership. A/Prof Juergens played a pivotal role in establishing interventional cardiology services at Orange Base Hospital in regional NSW. He also initiated training programs for Interventional Cardiology Fellows and set up a clinical research unit at Liverpool Hospital. His dedication to education and research is evident by his supervision of Masters and PhD candidates and the publication of over 100 papers. A/Prof Juergens' expertise in percutaneous coronary interventions is widely recognized. Notably, he performed the first angiogram at Yangon General Hospital in Myanmar. His research interests primarily focus on interventional cardiology, leading to his recognition with a Doctorate of Medical Science from UNSW in 2014. His accomplishments in the field have also led to invitations as a speaker at numerous national and international meetings. Driven by his passion for improving cardiovascular outcomes, A/Prof Juergens established the Improving Cardiovascular Outcomes Network (ICON). This collaboration comprises multidisciplinary clinician researchers from across Southwestern Sydney, working together to enhance knowledge and share expertise in cardiovascular care. Through a partnership with Dr Sidney Lo, he recently established the Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI) service at Liverpool Hospital, further expanding the range of specialised treatments available. In addition to his professional achievements, A/Prof Juergens has played a crucial role in Liverpool Hospital's response to the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. As part of the hospital's COVID task force, he led research efforts to understand the reduction in non-COVID related cardiovascular presentations during these unprecedented times. Through his expertise, commitment, and leadership, A/Prof Craig Juergens has made significant contributions to the field of interventional cardiology, improving the well-being of countless patients. His dedication to education, research, and improving cardiovascular outcomes has cemented his reputation as a respected figure in the medical community.
Suites 14 & 25, 17 Moore Street, Liverpool NSW 2170