Neil D. Banham

Cardiologist

Male📍 Murdoch

About of Neil D. Banham

Neil D. Banham is a Cardiologist based in Murdoch, WA, Australia. He works with patients who need careful help when it comes to their heart and the blood vessels around it. Cardiology can feel confusing at first, so the goal is to keep things clear and steady as decisions get made.


In everyday terms, heart problems can show up in different ways. At times, people come in after symptoms like chest discomfort, breathlessness, or concerns picked up during tests. Other times, it’s about managing a known condition and trying to prevent things from getting worse. Neil’s focus is on looking at what’s going on, making sure the right checks are done, and supporting ongoing care.


His work also covers a range of specific conditions that can come up alongside heart and circulation issues. This includes atrial septal defect (ASD) and patent foramen ovale, which relate to how blood moves through the heart. He also looks after people where pulmonary oedema has been part of the story, and where retinal artery problems like retinal artery occlusion need timely attention. You may also see him involved in cases where there are seizures, including absence seizure and generalised tonic-clonic seizure, as well as situations such as pneumomediastinum.


Some cases are sudden and hard to predict. For example, ear barotrauma can happen after pressure changes, and it may bring extra stress on top of the main medical concern. In each case, the aim is to gather the details, consider how the different issues connect, and help the person understand the next steps. Neil works in the real world of mixed presentations, where patients often have more than one thing going on at once.


Because every person’s situation is different, care is usually built around the person’s current health and what has already been found. Over time, that can mean coordinating follow-up plans and being clear about what to watch for. If you’re dealing with heart-related problems, or a condition listed above that links to heart and blood flow, Neil D. Banham is a cardiology option in Murdoch.

Services & Conditions Treated

Ear BarotraumaPatent Foramen OvaleAbsence SeizureAtrial Septal Defect (ASD)Generalized Tonic-Clonic SeizurePneumomediastinumPulmonary EdemaRetinal Artery OcclusionSeizures

Publications

1 total

Joint position statement on atrial shunts (persistent [patent] foramen ovale and atrial septal defects) and diving: 2025 update. South Pacific Underwater Medicine Society (SPUMS) and the United Kingdom Diving Medical Committee (UKDMC).

Diving and hyperbaric medicine • December 01, 2024

Frequently Asked Questions

What services does Dr Neil D. Banham offer?
Dr Banham works as a cardiologist and offers services related to conditions such as patent foramen ovale (PFO), atrial septal defect (ASD), and various seizure-related issues. He also handles conditions like ear barotrauma, pneumomediastinum, pulmonary edema and retinal artery occlusion.
Which heart-related conditions does he treat?
He treats conditions including PFO and ASD, focusing on how these affect heart function and patient health.
What types of seizures are mentioned in his scope of practice?
The listed seizure types include absence seizures, generalized tonic-clonic seizures, and seizures in general as part of his diagnostic and management scope.
Where is Dr Banham based?
He practices in Murdoch, Western Australia.
Who might benefit from seeing him?
Patients with heart-shape or blood-flow issues such as PFO or ASD, or those with seizures or related symptoms, may be seen for assessment and care.
What are some emergency or acute concerns Dr Banham may address?
He may review acute concerns like pneumomediastinum or pulmonary edema in the appropriate setting, as part of cardiovascular evaluation.