Dr Shane Nanayakkara

I’m an Interventional cardiologist with a special interest in minimally invasive treatments for heart conditions. Most of my work involves procedures like coronary stenting (PCI) and keyhole treatments for heart valves—especially transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) and repair procedures for leaking valves (like mitral and tricuspid valve repair using clips).

I also focus on heart failure and exercise hemodynamics—understanding how the heart responds under stress and using that information to better guide care. I’m a strong believer in prevention too. A healthy diet, regular exercise, and staying on top of risk factors are the foundations I encourage for preventing heart disease.

Outside the cath lab, I’m involved in research and teaching, with a particular focus on how artificial intelligence and better technology can help improve care. Whether through my private practice or hospital work, I aim to deliver care that’s thoughtful, up to date, and centred on what matters most to my patients.