Dr Matthew O'Connor
Specialist
Qualifications
BChir 2011 MB 2012 Camb; FRACP 2019 - Internal medicine
Profile
Hailing from London, Matt undertook his medical training at the University of Cambridge and gained a Bachelor’s degree in Medicine and Surgery and a Master’s in Pharmacology. He completed his cardiology training and Fellowship in electrophysiology and cardiac devices at Wellington Hospital. Matt then returned to the United Kingdom to work as a Consultant Electrophysiologist at The Royal Brompton Hospital – a world-leading centre for electrophysiology. Matt was instrumental in establishing the advanced conduction system pacemaker program at The Royal Brompton Hospital.
Matt’s specialist interests include the management of cardiac arrhythmias (atrial fibrillation/tachycardia, SVT and ventricular tachycardia) and personalised cardiac device selection and implantation. He performs catheter ablations and device operations at Auckland City and Mercy Hospitals for the full spectrum of cardiac arrhythmias.
Matt works full-time as a Cardiologist and Electrophysiologist at Auckland City Hospital and retains the status of Honorary Consultant Electrophysiologist at The Royal Brompton Hospital. He collaborates with international research groups to improve the care of patients with cardiovascular disease, has published widely, and has co-authored chapters in cardiovascular textbooks.
In his spare time, Matt enjoys bike racing and long-distance running. Matt aims to deliver the highest quality of personalised and tailored care to improve the quality of life of patients
with cardiac conditions.
Interests
Matt’s specialist interests include the management of cardiac arrhythmias (atrial fibrillation/tachycardia, SVT and ventricular tachycardia) and personalised cardiac device selection and implantation.
Title or Designation
Cardiologist, Cardiac Electrophysiologist, Consultant Electrophysiologist, Cardiologist Electrophysiology
Full NZ Registration Date
4 March 2013
Vocational Scope
Internal Medicine
Contact Details
Dr Matthew O'Connor is available at the following services:
Private Services
Intra
This service is available at the following location:
Mercy Hospital, 98 Mountain Road, Epsom, Auckland
6:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
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Phone
(09) 630 1961
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Fax
(09) 630 1962
Healthlink EDI
intraltd
Email
Website
The Heart Group
This service is available at the following location:
1 Gilgit Road, Epsom, Auckland
8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
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Phone
(09) 623 1020
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Fax
(09) 623 1030
Healthlink EDI
akhearta
Email
Website
Public Services
Cardiology | Auckland | Te Toka Tumai
This service is available at the following locations:
Auckland City Hospital
8:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
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Phone
(09) 367 0000
Website
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Patient enquiries
(09) 375 4300
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Known extension/pager
(09) 307 4949
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Acute Referrals Service
(09) 375 7030, Ext: 24048
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Emergency Department
(09) 367 0000, open 24 hours / 7 days
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Outpatient appointments & surgical booking enquiries
(09) 638 0400 / scheduling@adhb.govt.nz
Mental Health Services
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24 Hour Crisis Line
0800 800717
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GP / External Specialist Help Desk
(09) 307 2800
Greenlane Clinical Centre
8:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
Website
General enquiries
(09) 367 0000
Extension/pager number known
(09) 307 4949
Patient enquiries
(09) 375 4300
Outpatient appointments and surgical bookings
(09) 638 0400 / scheduling@adhb.govt.nz
GP/ External Specialist Help Desk
(09) 307 2800
Mental Health Services 24 Hour Crisis helpline
0800 800 717