Cardiac Care With a Mission to Serve

About Your Cardiologist:
Dr. Ahooja is a general cardiologist in the Greater Toronto Area with board certifications in Internal Medicine, Cardiology, Echocardiography, Nuclear Cardiology, and Cardiac CT. She completed her cardiology fellowship as Chief Fellow at Wayne State University and held leadership roles in Michigan, including Director of Echocardiography and TEE labs at Genesys Hospital. She also served as an Associate Professor at the University of Michigan and has received multiple awards for clinical excellence. At One Heart Care, her practice includes comprehensive cardiac care with a niche in advanced imaging.

She is actively involved in cardiovascular research and has published in leading journals, including the Journal of the American Heart Association and the Canadian Journal of Diabetes. Dr. Ahooja serves on national advisory boards and committees and frequently lectures at medical and community events. She also integrates holistic approaches into her practice, with training in Ayurvedic medicine and a role on the advisory board of the Ayurvedic Association of Canada.

About Your Cardiologist:
Dr. Mia Bertic is a cardiologist and cardiac intensivist at Trillium Health Partners in Mississauga, Ontario, and an Assistant Professor of Medicine at the University of Toronto. She completed medical school at the University of Zagreb School of Medicine, followed by an Internal Medicine residency at Western University. She then pursued cardiology training at the University of British Columbia and completed a fellowship in Cardiac Critical Care at the University of Toronto, where she received the John Ross Fellow Leadership Award. Dr. Bertic also serves as a Director on the One Heart Care Board of Directors.

Her clinical interests include cardiac arrest management and population-based initiatives to improve outcomes in out-of-hospital cardiac arrest. She has authored several publications in peer-reviewed journals. Dr. Bertic’s philosophy of care centres on delivering comprehensive, compassionate, and evidence-based treatment, with a focus not only on managing disease but also on enhancing patients’ quality of life.

About Your Cardiologist:
Dr. Barry Burstein is a cardiologist with subspecialty training in cardiac critical care and advanced experience in heart failure and echocardiography. He completed his MD at Jefferson Medical College in 2012, followed by Internal Medicine and Cardiology training at McGill University. He then pursued a Critical Care Fellowship at the Mayo Clinic, graduating in 2020. At One Heart Care, Dr. Burstein provides general cardiology services with a particular focus on cardiac intensive care and Post-Intensive Care Syndrome (PICS).

Dr. Burstein serves as Cardiac Diagnostics Lead at Trillium Health Partners and is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at the University of Toronto. He is a board member of the Canadian Cardiovascular Critical Care Society (CANCARE), has delivered presentations at international conferences, and authored over 30 peer-reviewed publications. His care philosophy centres on evidence-based, patient-focused decision making. Fluent in French, he also enjoys teaching, quality improvement, cycling, tennis, and spending time with his family.

About Your Cardiologist:

Dr. Alice Soohyun Chang is a general cardiologist and advanced echocardiographer with expertise in structural heart imaging and procedural guidance. She completed her medical degree, internal medicine residency, and cardiology fellowship at the University of British Columbia, where she served as Chief Cardiology Resident, followed by a fellowship in Structural Echocardiography at Baylor Scott & White Health in Texas, gaining advanced training in TEE and cardiac CT.

Since 2022, Dr. Chang has practised at both One Heart Care and Trillium Health Partners, where she also leads echocardiography education and quality improvement. She is an Assistant Lecturer at the University of Toronto and has presented nationally and internationally, including live TEE cases, with publications on cardiac imaging, mitral valve disease, and cardiac conditions in pregnancy.

Her clinical focus spans general cardiology with a specialty in valvular and structural heart disease. Known for her patient-centred approach, Dr. Chang integrates precision, innovation, and compassion in her care. Outside of work, she enjoys baking, yoga, visiting local farms, and is fluent in Korean.

About Your Cardiologist:
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About Your Cardiologist:

Dr. Andrea Daly is a cardiologist and cardiac intensivist at Trillium Health Partners with advanced training in critical care. She completed her medical degree at Western University, followed by residency in Internal Medicine and a fellowship in Cardiology at the University of Toronto. She further specialized in Critical Care through fellowship training at Stanford University. Dr. Daly also holds a Master’s degree in Medical Education from the University of Dundee and a Certificate in Global Health from the University of Toronto.

Dr. Daly serves as Education Lead at Trillium Health Partners and is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at the University of Toronto. Dr. Daly’s clinical practice focuses on acute cardiac care and intensive care medicine with an interest in cardiogenic shock and CICU best practices. She combines academic insight with compassionate, evidence-based care. With a strong foundation in medical education and leadership, she is dedicated to both clinical excellence and shaping the next generation of physicians. Fluent in French, she also enjoys tennis, camping, and spending time with her family.

About Your Cardiologist:
Dr. Sumeet Gandhi is a cardiologist with a focus on valvular heart disease, cardiac imaging, and general cardiology. He earned his medical degree from the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland in 2011 and completed postgraduate training in internal medicine and cardiology through the University of Toronto and McMaster University. Dr. Gandhi is a valued member of the cardiac care team at Trillium Health Partners, where he serves as Program Lead for Echocardiography and is part of the Structural Heart Team as an Advanced/Interventional Echocardiographer.

In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Gandhi is actively engaged in cardiovascular research, with several peer-reviewed publications to his name. He is also passionate about both patient and physician education, aiming to bridge knowledge with care through clear communication and ongoing learning. His practice reflects a commitment to excellence, innovation, and compassionate care.

About Your Cardiologist:

Dr. Anil Gupta is a general cardiologist with expertise in heart failure, prevention, and clinical leadership. He is a Staff Cardiologist at Trillium Health Partners and a Lecturer at the University of Toronto, where he teaches at the Mississauga Academy of Medicine. He is also affiliated with the Institute for Better Health and has held several leadership roles, including Medical Director of the Coronary Care Unit and Innovation Lead for the Cardiac Program.

Nationally recognized for his work in cardiovascular education, Dr. Gupta chairs the Continuing Professional Development Program for the Canadian Cardiovascular Society and sits on its Board of Directors. He contributes to the Canadian Heart Failure Society and has helped shape national guidelines on hypertension, driving and flying fitness, peripheral artery disease, and antiplatelet therapy. He also co-founded Trillium’s Smoking Cessation Program.

Dr. Gupta serves as a cardiology consultant to Basketball Canada and Tennis Canada. With over 20 years of experience, he is known for his collaborative, patient-centred care and his commitment to improving heart health through innovation, education, and compassionate practice.

About Your Cardiologist:

Dr. Janarthan Nikhil is a general cardiologist with a special interest in advanced echocardiography. He obtained his entire medical and specialty training at the University of Toronto.  He has been practicing at Credit Valley Hospital and Trillium Health Partners since 2008, where he has held longstanding leadership positions in the cardiac program. He is a founding member of One Heart Care.

Dr. Nikhil strives to provide attentive, collaborative and reassuring care for his patients. He appreciates the relationships and trust that have been built with his patients and their families over many years. 

Outside of his practice, Dr. Nikhil enjoys his time with his family and his young twins, as well as a variety of hobbies such as piano, chess and gardening.

About Your Cardiologist:
Dr. Dylan Stanger is a general cardiologist with subspecialty expertise in advanced and interventional echocardiography. He completed his medical degree, Internal Medicine residency, and Adult Cardiology fellowship at the University of British Columbia, followed by a fellowship in Advanced Echocardiography at Columbia University Irving Medical Center in New York City. He has been in clinical practice since 2021 and currently serves as the Echocardiography Physician Lead at One Heart Care.

Dr. Stanger’s clinical focus includes structural heart disease, 3D echocardiography, and imaging guidance for transcatheter procedures. He has authored multiple peer-reviewed publications in the areas of cardiac arrest, point-of-care ultrasound, and multimodality imaging. In addition to his clinical role, he is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at the University of Toronto, where he contributes to both research and medical education.

About Your Cardiologist:
Dr. Garry Thomas is a general cardiologist with subspecialized training in electrophysiology. He received his Master of Science degree followed by medical school and adult cardiology training at the University of Toronto. He completed an electrophysiology fellowship at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre with an emphasis on the clinical management of arrhythmias and cardiac implantable electronic devices. He has successfully completed the National Board of Echocardiography exam and is a board-certified member of the American Society of Nuclear Cardiology.

Dr. Thomas is currently a staff cardiologist at Unity Health Toronto (St.Joseph’s Health Centre) where he leads the arrhythmia and pacemaker implantation program. He is a Lecturer at the University of Toronto and has a commitment to education, innovation, and quality improvement.

About Your Cardiologist:
Dr. Lucas A. Burke is a structural and interventional cardiologist with specialized training in complex catheter-based cardiac procedures. He completed his Internal Medicine residency at the University of Florida, followed by a General Cardiology Fellowship at Loyola University Chicago. He then completed advanced training in Interventional Cardiology at St. Michael’s Hospital through the University of Toronto. Dr. Burke currently practises at Trillium Health Partners and brings his expertise to One Heart Care in both interventional and general cardiology.

His clinical interests include a wide range of minimally invasive procedures such as percutaneous coronary interventions (angioplasty), MitraClip and TriClip procedures, left atrial appendage occlusion, mitral valve-in-valve implantation, balloon mitral valvuloplasty, and both PFO and ASD closure. Dr. Burke is committed to advancing patient outcomes through precision, innovation, and compassionate care.

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About Your Cardiologist:

Dr. Willy Weng is an invasive electrophysiologist with advanced training in the diagnosis and treatment of complex heart rhythm disorders. He completed his postgraduate Adult Cardiology training at the University of Ottawa, followed by a specialized fellowship in Adult Electrophysiology at the University of Ottawa Heart Institute, where he developed expertise in advanced ablation and device implantation techniques.

Dr. Weng began his clinical practice at Horizon Health Network in Saint John, New Brunswick, and currently serves as an Invasive Electrophysiologist at Trillium Health Partners. His patient-centred approach combines evidence-based practice with the latest procedural innovations to optimize outcomes.

About Your Cardiologist:

Dr. Vicki Ning Wang is a cardiologist with expertise in heart failure, advanced echocardiography, and cardiogenic shock. She completed her Internal Medicine and Cardiology training at the University of Toronto, followed by an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplantation Fellowship at the University Health Network and an Echocardiography Fellowship at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre.

Dr. Wang has been part of the One Heart Care team since 2023 and also practices at Trillium Health Partners. She previously spent over four years providing cardiac care at Cardiology Associates, Jubilee Square. Her clinical interests include complex heart failure, transplant cardiology, and advanced cardiac imaging. Dr. Wang is dedicated to delivering compassionate, personalized care and integrating the latest advancements to enhance patient outcomes.

About Your Cardiologist:
Dr. Hardik Bhatt, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology Fellow at the University of Toronto. He previously completed his Cardiology Fellowship at Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine and served as Chief Resident in Internal Medicine at the University at Buffalo. Dr. Bhatt earned his medical degree from St. George’s University in 2018 and brings over seven years of clinical experience focused on comprehensive cardiovascular care.

Dr. Bhatt is passionate about delivering personalized, evidence-based care to patients with complex heart conditions. He is dedicated to innovation in cardiology and finds purpose in making a meaningful impact on his patients’ lives.