About Dr Ben Hunt

Specialist cardiologist in electrophysiology and cardiac device management.

About

Dr Ben Hunt

Dr Ben Hunt is a Cardiologist with further clinical training in Cardiac Electrophysiology
 
Ben attended Mt St Patrick College, Murwillumbah for high school. He moved to Brisbane to complete a Bachelor of Science followed by a MBBS at the University of Queensland in Brisbane, from which he graduated in 2002. Ben registered as a Cardiologist in 2009, having completed advanced training at the Princess Alexandra and The Prince Charles Hospitals.

In 2011 Ben completed a two-year fellowship in Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology at the Foothills Hospital in Calgary, Canada. During this time, Ben performed Atrial Fibrillation/SVT ablations and complex device implantations and extractions.
 
Ben’s interests include atrial fibrillation, heart rhythm disorders, ablation of arrhythmias and implantation and management of pacemakers and defibrillators.
 
When not at work he loves hanging out with wife and four children and playing guitar when he finds the time!

Practice Manager

Rebecca Read

As our Practice Manager, Rebecca oversees the day-to-day operations of the clinic and supports both patients and staff to ensure everything runs smoothly. She is passionate about creating a welcoming and supportive environment and genuinely enjoys building lasting relationships with patients. Whether greeting familiar faces or welcoming new ones, Rebecca takes pride in making everyone feel comfortable and cared for. 

Shan

With extensive experience as a medical receptionist, Shan provides warm, professional, and efficient support to patients and the clinical team. As Dr Ben Hunt’s secretary, she is known for her calm and reassuring manner and takes pride in ensuring his day runs smoothly and efficiently

Andrea

Andrea is a dedicated nurse specialising in pre- and post-surgical care, with experience across urology, gynaecology, and orthopaedics through her graduate program. She spent five years working as a surgical orthopaedic nurse, developing strong clinical skills and a deep understanding of patient-centred care.
Andrea is passionate about patient interaction and education, ensuring every patient feels informed, supported, and comfortable throughout their journey. With a strong focus on customer service, she is known for her warm, happy, and friendly approach.

Dave

Dave is an experienced and friendly cardiac nurse with over 11 years in the field, including roles in cardiac telemetry, critical care, and interventional cath labs. Known for his compassionate approach, Dave is great with patients and has a strong interest in cardiology diagnostics, medications, and ECGs. He holds a Graduate Certificate and Diploma in Cardiovascular Nursing.

Experience & Expertise

Personalised cardiac care grounded in
experience and clinical excellence.

Dr Hunt works closely with patients and referring doctors to provide structured, evidence-based care tailored to each individual.

His areas of expertise include:

Pacemakers and
cardiac devices

Long-term
device monitoring

Heart rhythm
disorders

Ablation of heart rhythm disorders such as atrial fibrillation, SVT, PVCs and VT

Care Approach

Patient-Centred
Evidence-Based Care

Dr Hunt’s approach is centred on:

Patients are supported throughout their care journey, with a strong focus on continuity and communication.

Your Referral

Your Referral is Your First
Step to Better Heart Health

With a valid GP or specialist referral, access expert cardiac care designed around your condition, lifestyle, and long-term wellbeing.