Links and NZ Guidelines
A selection of useful documents and links
NZ Cardiac Network National Expected Standards
The National Expected Standards for common cardiac conditions have been developed by the National Cardiac Network and endorsed by the CEOs of our DHBs. The intent is to improve equity of access and outcomes for cardiac disease, which remains the commonest cause of health loss in New Zealand. The standards define not only the expectations of who should be referred but also when patients will be seen with appropriate investigations. They also provide a framework for auditing care around the country.
NZ Guidelines & Clinical Information
Echo Appropriateness Guidelines for New Zealand (2017)
2018 CV Skills and Knowledge Framework
Heart Transplant Information for Referring Doctors (as at July 2018)
2021 Position Statement on Lipid Treatment Targets in Individuals at High Cardiovascular Risk (July 2021)
Useful Links
CSANZ Position Statements and Practice Guidelines (Links to csanz.edu.au site)
Advanced Training in Cardiology (links to RACP site information)