Eleni Giannoulatou

Cardiologist

Female📍 Sydney

About of Eleni Giannoulatou

Eleni Giannoulatou is a cardiologist working at St Vincent's Clinical School in Sydney, NSW 2052, Australia. She looks after patients with a wide range of heart and blood vessel problems, including both routine and more complex conditions.


Many people see her when they have symptoms that need careful heart checks, like chest pain, breathing issues, or high blood pressure. She also supports people with sudden or serious events such as acute coronary syndrome. At times, this can include rare causes where the heart artery tears, such as spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD).


Her work also covers structural and long-term heart conditions. This can include cardiomyopathy (both dilated cardiomyopathy and familial forms) and congenital heart disease, where the heart’s structure is different from birth. She may also be involved with conditions like transposition of the great arteries and aortic-related problems, including aortic dissection.


Eleni’s clinical focus extends to vascular and connective tissue conditions too. For example, she works with people who have fibromuscular dysplasia (FMD) and conditions linked with abnormal blood flow. She may also care for patients with rare syndromes and genetic-linked features, including VACTERL association and mosaicism, depending on what’s going on for that person.


At times, her patients have conditions that affect the heart and lungs as well. This includes pulmonary hypertension, where blood pressure is high in the lung arteries. She also works with cases involving aortopulmonary window.


In many cases, her patients come with complex medical histories and multiple body systems involved. The aim is to take a steady, practical approach, and help people understand what the heart findings mean for day-to-day life.


Education details aren’t listed here, but her current clinical base is St Vincent's Clinical School in Sydney. Clinical trials details aren’t provided, so she focuses on the care that’s needed for each patient’s situation right now.


If you have a heart condition that feels unusual, or you’ve been told it could be complex, Eleni works to make sense of the picture and support safe next steps.

Services & Conditions Treated

Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection (SCAD)Congenital Heart Disease (CHD)Fibromuscular Dysplasia (FMD)VACTERL AssociationAcute Coronary SyndromeAortic DissectionAortopulmonary WindowAtopic DermatitisBreast CancerCardiomyopathyColorectal CancerCongenital Coronary Artery MalformationDesmoid TumorDilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)Familial Adenomatous PolyposisFamilial Dilated CardiomyopathyFibromatosisFrontonasal Dysplasia Klippel Feil SyndromeHypertensionMosaicismMyhre SyndromePulmonary HypertensionSmall Bowel ResectionTesticular CancerTransposition of the Great ArteriesUndescended TesticleViral Gastroenteritis

Publications

1 total

Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection and a Family History of Aortic Dissection: A Genetic Association Study.

Journal of the American Heart Association • April 07, 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What services does Dr Eleni Giannoulatou offer?
Dr Eleni focuses on heart-related conditions. She sees patients with issues like spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD), congenital heart disease, cardiomyopathy, pulmonary hypertension, and acute coronary syndromes, among others.
What conditions might I discuss with Dr Giannoulatou?
You might talk about congenital heart disease, dilated cardiomyopathy, pulmonary hypertension, aortic problems such as aortic dissection, and other cardiology concerns. If you’re unsure, she can guide you on what’s appropriate to discuss.
Where is Dr Giannoulatou consulting?
She practices in Sydney, at St Vincent’s Clinical School, NSW 2052.
How do I book an appointment?
To book, contact the clinic or use the standard appointment process provided by the hospital or practice. If you have complex heart issues, bringing a summary of tests and previous reports helps the visit go smoother.
What should I bring to my first visit?
Bring any current medications, recent test results (like ECGs or imaging), and a list of symptoms or concerns. If you have a history of congenital heart disease or other heart conditions, note any prior surgeries or treatments.
Will I need tests or scans?
Many heart assessments involve tests such as ECGs, echocardiograms, or other imaging. Your clinician will decide what tests are needed based on your symptoms and medical history.
Is this service suitable for family members or carers?
Yes. If you have a carer or family member supporting you, they can attend or receive information as appropriate to help in managing your heart condition.