Skip to content
MCCIC logoMelbourne Complex Cardiac

Patient Stories

From “nothing can be done” to back in life

Stories from patients who sought a second opinion for complex coronary disease.

Names and identifying details are limited for privacy. Individual results vary. These stories are shared to illustrate the types of journeys many complex-PCI patients describe — renewed energy, less angina, and a return to the activities that matter.

“I was told I needed bypass surgery. After CTO PCI with shockwave technology, I’m back cycling with my mates in three weeks.”

John, 68, BrightonCTO PCI with intravascular lithotripsyTreated by Dr Nilesh Mehta

“I was told nothing could be done for my blocked artery. Now I’m walking with my grandkids again without stopping for breath.”

Margaret, 72, CamberwellComplex PCI for chronic total occlusionTreated by A/Prof M Asrar ul Haq

“My first procedure elsewhere was incomplete. The team here used imaging and rotablation — I was home the next day and back at work the following week.”

David, 61, South YarraRotablation-assisted complex PCITreated by Dr Nilesh Mehta

“Waiting on the public list felt endless. With my private cover I chose my specialist, got clear answers, and finally felt hopeful again.”

Helen, 66, KewIVUS-guided complex PCITreated by A/Prof M Asrar ul Haq

Your story could start with a second opinion

Contact us to review your angiogram.