Dr. Christopher Hayward

Biography

Conjoint Professor Christopher Hayward is a prominent expert in the fields of Cardiology and Vascular Disease based at the University of New South Wales. He holds a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery, and a Doctor of Medicine from UNSW, and is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians and the Cardiac Society of Australia and New Zealand. As Vice President of the New South Wales Division of the National Heart Foundation Australia, he is actively engaged in research that focuses on heart failure, specifically examining levels of left ventricular dysfunction in patients and their varying abilities to function. His work often involves advanced treatments, including mechanical devices like Left Ventricular Assist Devices, to explore the interaction of the arterial system within the context of heart health. Professor Hayward's broad research areas encompass Physiology, Biomedical Engineering, Transplantation, and Clinical Research, addressing significant aspects of cardiovascular regulation and mechanical circulatory support devices such as echocardiography for cardiomyopathy. His contributions to the field are recognized through multiple professional memberships and active participation in relevant medical communities.

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