Dr. Gao Jing Ong
Interventional Cardiologist
Qualification
MBChB, PhD, FRACP
Practice Location
- Northern Cardiology and Specialists Clinic
Specialist Biography
Dr. Gao Jing Ong is an interventional cardiologist and clinical pharmacologist, with expertise in ischaemic heart disease and complex coronary interventions. After obtaining his medical degree from the University of Otago, New Zealand, in 2010, Dr. Ong pursued advanced training in Cardiology and Clinical Pharmacology at Queen Elizabeth and Royal Adelaide Hospitals in Adelaide. He was awarded Fellowship of the Royal Australian College of Physicians in 2018.
Following this, Dr. Ong completed a specialized structural and coronary interventional fellowship at Royal Adelaide Hospital, and further refined his skills in complex coronary interventions and CTO PCI during a fellowship at St George’s Hospital in London, under the mentorship of Professor James Spratt. He then returned to Adelaide, where he continues to advance his expertise. Currently, Dr Ong holds appointments at the Royal Adelaide Hospital and Queen Elizabeth Hospitals, and has admitting rights to Calvary Adelaide Hospital.
Dr. Ong’s commitment to cardiology extends beyond patient care. He completed his PhD on Takotsubo Syndrome at the University of Adelaide in 2022 and remains actively involved in research in this field. He has authored numerous publications in peer-reviewed journals and contributed to cardiology textbooks, reflecting his dedication to advancing medical knowledge.
In addition to his clinical and research pursuits in the field of Cardiology, Dr. Ong is also passionate about clinical pharmacology and improving patient care through the optimal use of medications. His dual expertise allows him to offer a comprehensive and holistic approach to patient management.
Outside of his professional endeavours, Dr. Ong enjoys spending time with his family and engaging in hobbies such as golf. Originally from Penang, Malaysia, he is fluent in English, Mandarin, and Hokkien (Chinese dialect).