An ECG (Electrocardiogram) is used to record the heart’s rhythm and electrical activity. The purpose of an ECG is to find out if the heart is healthy by detecting irregular heart rhythms and to help diagnose the cause of symptoms such as chest pain or palpitations.
The heart’s electrical activity is measured through electrodes which are attached to the skin with adhesive pads. These electrodes measure the electrical signals of the heart. The signals are displayed on a screen and can be traced out on a piece of paper.
An ECG can identify problems with your heart including:
A heart attack
An enlarged heart that is working under strain
Fast, slow or irregular heartbeats, know as 'arrhythmias'
An ECG can also help investigate the cause of chest pains, palpitations, or symptoms such as difficulty in breathing.
How it works
Step-by-step
Medical consultation
First book a consultation with one of our team. They will go through your medical history to make sure that it's alright for you to receive the ECG.
ECG
Your health permitting, the ECG will be taken immediately within your consultation.
Results
You will receive the results of your ECG at your consultation. The results will be explained by one of our GPs and you will have the opportunity to discuss any questions you may have at this consultation.
Our Facilities
Private GP Service
Rated good by the CQC
The Medical is regulated by the government's healthcare watchdog, the Care Quality Commission (CQC), who assesses whether a healthcare centre is safe, caring and responsive to the patients' needs.
Our GPs are all registered with the General Medical Council (GMC) and are members of the Royal College of General Practitioners (MRCGP). They work to the highest UK medical standards and are experienced in NHS as well as private healthcare practice.
We have both male and female GPs so that our patients can choose if they have a preference.
