About Us
Welcome to Fort McMurray Cardiac Centre
Led by board-certified cardiologist Dr. Wadea Tarhuni and a multidisciplinary team of experienced physicians and medical professionals, our centre is proud to bring comprehensive cardiac care to the Wood Buffalo community.
Your heart health is vital, and caring for it should be top priority which is why we focus on early detection, accurate diagnosis, and personalized treatments. We’re here to help monitor and assess your heart health in a convenient and comfortable setting.
We look forward to caring for the growing Wood Buffalo community and helping support your heart health close to home.
A healthy heart makes everything else possible.
Wadea Tarhuni, MD (Hon.) Cardiologist
FACP, FACC, FRCPC, CBCCT, CCPE, FASE, FAHA, FESC
Dr. Wadea Tarhuni, a leading Canadian cardiologist, brings over 25 years of expertise to the field. His professional journey began with residencies in Internal Medicine and Cardiology at the University of Toronto, shaping his foundational knowledge in healthcare.
Drawing upon specialized training in Stress Echocardiography and an expertise in managing cardiac arrhythmias, he established several cardiac centres delivering non-invasive diagnostic testing across Canada.
His innovative approaches to diagnosing and treating arrhythmias have earned him recognition as a Healthcare Pioneer by Arrhythmia Alliance.
In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Tarhuni has served on the Heart and Stroke Foundation’s Board of Directors for 15 years, contributing to key initiatives to enhance healthcare outcomes for Canadians. He also holds membership in several professional bodies, including the Canadian Association for Medical Education, the Canadian College of Health Leaders, and the Institute of Corporate Directors. His certification from the Canadian Certified Physician Executive Program demonstrates his ongoing dedication to driving change within Canada’s complex healthcare system.
Dr. Tarhuni remains actively involved in community programs that raise awareness of cardiovascular disease and promote prevention, including initiatives focused on women, Indigenous communities, and children.
Qualifications
- 1993-1996, Internal Medicine Residency, University of Toronto
- 1996-1999, Cardiology Resident Training Program, University of Toronto
- 2002 – CPSA, College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta
Board Certifications & Fellowships
- Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, Internal Medicine (FRCPC)
- Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, Cardiology (FRCPC)
- American Board of Cardiovascular Disease, Diplomat in Cardiovascular Disease
- National Board of Echocardiography, Special Competence in Adult Echocardiography
- National Board of Echocardiography, Adult Transthoracic and Stress Echocardiography
- Certification Board of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography (CBCCT)
- Canadian Certified Physician Executive Program (CCPE)
- American College of Physicians (FACP)
- American College of Cardiology (FACC)
- American Society of Echocardiography (FASE)
- European Society of Cardiology (FESC)
Our Mission
To provide timely, comprehensive, competent, safe and cost-effective cardiac care.
Our Vision
To become a national model of excellence in outpatient cardiovascular risk management through accreditation, education and innovation.
Our Philosophy
We provide the best possible cardiac care, using state-of-the-art equipment and advanced technology and services.