Sohaib A. Virk is a cardiologist based at Hawkesbury Road, Westmead, NSW 2145, Australia.
He looks after people with heart rhythm problems and broader heart conditions. Many patients come in with issues like atrial fibrillation (AF), ectopic heartbeats, and episodes of fast heart rate such as PSVT. At times, he also helps manage more complex rhythm problems that may include heart block, sick sinus syndrome, or even ventricular tachycardia and ventricular fibrillation.
Work also often covers heart valve disease. This can include problems like aortic valve stenosis and mitral valve regurgitation. Some patients are being assessed for procedures such as valve replacement or transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR). Others may have had earlier surgery like bypass surgery, including CABG, and still need ongoing heart care.
Sohaib also works with people dealing with heart failure and coronary heart disease. In many cases, the plan is to help settle symptoms, reduce risks, and make sure the heart is working as well as possible day to day.
Over time, he has built experience caring for patients who have more than one health issue. For example, some people also live with long-term conditions such as type 1 diabetes and other brain or nerve conditions like stroke or dementia. He understands that these things can affect how someone feels and how they cope with treatment.
When the heart rhythm is part of the problem, he may discuss options such as cardiac ablation. The goal is to find a safer, more stable rhythm, where appropriate, and to tailor the treatment to the person’s history and test results.
Training and qualifications for Sohaib are in place as part of practising cardiology, and he continues learning through current clinical practice and up to date care standards. If a patient needs special input for harder cases, he helps coordinate the next steps with the wider care team at Westmead.
Overall, the work is practical and focused on real-world outcomes—symptom control, clear next steps, and careful follow up. The emphasis is on making decisions that fit the person, not just the diagnosis.