Dr Wern Yew Ding

Cardiologist & Electrophysiologist

Dr Ding is a Consultant Cardiologist and Electrophysiologist in Melbourne, specialising in heart rhythm conditions, cardiac devices and inherited heart conditions. He is an AHPRA-registered specialist in Cardiology in Australia and holds dual specialist accreditation in Cardiology and General Internal Medicine in the UK. He has trained and worked in major specialist hospitals in both the UK and Australia, developing extensive experience in the assessment and treatment of complex heart conditions.

Dr Ding specialises in diagnosing and treating abnormal heart rhythms, also known as arrhythmias. These include atrial fibrillation (AF), atrial flutter, supraventricular tachycardia (SVT), ventricular tachycardia (VT), heart block and other conditions that cause the heart to beat too quickly, too slowly or irregularly. He has extensive experience in heart rhythm investigations and procedures, including electrophysiology studies and catheter ablation. Catheter ablation is a treatment that uses specialised techniques to identify and treat the areas of the heart responsible for abnormal electrical signals. This includes ablation for atrial fibrillation, SVT and ventricular tachycardia.

He also specialises in the implantation and ongoing care of cardiac devices, including pacemakers, implantable cardioverter-defibrillators (ICDs) and cardiac resynchronisation therapy (CRT) devices. These devices help manage abnormal heart rhythms and, in some cases, improve the coordination of the heart's pumping function. His experience includes conventional pacemakers, newer pacing techniques that work with the heart's natural electrical pathways, and more complex devices used to treat patients at risk of serious heart rhythm problems.

Dr Ding has a particular interest in inherited heart conditions, including conditions that affect the heart's electrical system or heart muscle. He provides assessment and advice for individuals and families who may be at increased risk of abnormal heart rhythms or sudden cardiac death. This includes people with a family history of sudden cardiac death, known inherited heart conditions, unexplained fainting or other symptoms that may suggest an underlying heart condition.

Patients may seek an assessment for symptoms such as a racing, pounding or irregular heartbeat (palpitations), dizziness or light-headedness, fainting or blackouts, unexplained shortness of breath, reduced exercise tolerance or chest discomfort. Dr Ding also provides ongoing assessment and follow-up for patients with pacemakers, ICDs and other implanted cardiac devices.

Dr Ding completed a PhD in atrial fibrillation and holds a Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Leadership. He has authored more than 100 peer-reviewed medical research publications, with his research contributing to a better understanding of atrial fibrillation and other cardiovascular conditions. Some of this research has helped inform international clinical guidelines.

Dr Ding is committed to providing evidence-based, individualised and patient-centred care. He places great importance on listening to his patients, explaining conditions and treatment options clearly, and working with each patient to develop a management plan suited to their individual needs.