Shannon Chiang

Cardiologist

📍 Sydney

About of Shannon Chiang

Shannon Chiang is a cardiologist based in Sydney, NSW 2006. The clinic focus is on looking after people with heart conditions, and also on some wider health issues that can come with long-term or inherited diagnoses. Day to day, that means listening closely, checking symptoms, and helping patients work out what matters most for their own situation.


In many cases, Shannon works with people who have cardiomyopathy, where the heart muscle has to cope differently. At times, there are also heart-related concerns that show up alongside conditions like Friedreich ataxia, hereditary ataxia, and spinocerebellar ataxia. These are neurological conditions, but the body can be affected in more than one way, and the heart is sometimes part of the picture.


Shannon also supports patients where medication side effects are part of the story. For example, drug induced dyskinesia can be a tricky issue, and it often needs careful checking of risks, benefits, and how symptoms are changing over time. The aim is to keep things practical and clear, so care plans feel manageable rather than overwhelming.


When it comes to experience, Shannon provides hands-on care for people dealing with the conditions listed above. It’s the kind of work that usually needs steady follow-up, close attention to changes, and good communication between appointments. If a patient has more than one health concern, Shannon helps bring it together so nothing gets missed.


Education details are not listed on this profile, and there isn’t specific research information shown here. There are also no clinical trials listed on this page. Even so, the approach stays grounded: keep reviewing symptoms, check test results properly, and make sure patients know what the next steps are.

Services & Conditions Treated

Friedreich AtaxiaHereditary AtaxiaSpinocerebellar AtaxiaCardiomyopathyDrug Induced Dyskinesia

Publications

1 total

Mechanisms of impaired mitochondrial homeostasis and NAD+ metabolism in a model of mitochondrial heart disease exhibiting redox active iron accumulation.

Redox biology • April 15, 2021

Frequently Asked Questions

What services does Dr Shannon Chiang offer?
Dr Shannon Chiang is a cardiologist who treats conditions such as Friedreich ataxia, hereditary ataxia, spinocerebellar ataxia, cardiomyopathy and drug induced dyskinesia. She focuses on heart-related health and related neurological issues as they intersect.
What conditions does Dr Chiang commonly manage?
Her areas include Friedreich ataxia, hereditary ataxia, spinocerebellar ataxia, cardiomyopathy and symptoms from drug induced dyskinesia. If you’re unsure whether your condition fits, ask at your appointment.
How do I book an appointment with Dr Chiang in Sydney?
To book an appointment, contact the clinic in Sydney, NSW. The staff can help with available times and any referral requirements. If you have symptoms that worry you, mention them when booking.
What should I bring to my first visit?
Bring your medical history, current medications, any recent test results and a list of questions you’d like to ask. If you have genetic test results for ataxia or heart tests, take those along.
What can I expect at a cardiology and ataxia-related assessment?
The appointment will review your heart and neurological health, discuss symptoms you’re having, and plan tests or follow-up care. The aim is to understand how your heart and movement issues interact and to outline next steps.
How are follow-up appointments arranged?
Follow-ups are scheduled as needed after your initial assessment. The clinic can arrange the next visit, review test results, and adjust treatment plans if required.