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IGP brings over 20 years of trusted private GP care in Wales to your cardiology screening, delivered in our HIW-registered clinics by experienced clinical staff. We provide safe, professional testing in real clinics, open six days a week, with a full team supporting you throughout your journey.
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Our mission is to provide comprehensive and effective adult cardiology services and support, to help maintain and improve the heart health of our local community in Cardiff & South Wales. Our Adult Cardiology Service provides comprehensive heart assessments delivered by experienced clinicians, combining advanced diagnostic testing with specialist review for complete peace of mind.
Appointment Information: Your appointment will include an ECG and an echocardiogram (heart ultrasound). The echocardiogram will be performed by a qualified cardiac sonographer, and the images will then be reviewed by a consultant cardiologist on the same day. The cardiologist will provide a clinical interpretation and written report outlining the key findings and any recommendations for further management.
Suitability: Those over 18 years of age. Most suitable for patients who have experienced symptoms like heart palpitations and dizziness. The subsequent cardiologist review ensures a comprehensive analysis of your results. Only suitable for those over 18 years of age.
£695
Time: 1 hour
Appointment: An IGP Practice Nurse will carry out an ECG (a snapshot of your hearts electrical activity) and send this to a Cardiologist to review and report.
Suitability: Most suitable for patients who have experienced symptoms like heart palpitations, dizziness, or chest pain. The subsequent cardiologist review ensures a comprehensive analysis of your results. Only suitable for those over 18 years of age. If experiencing chest pain it is advised to attend A&E immediately.
£195Time: 30 minutes
We want to ensure you have all the information you need before booking your appointment. If you have any questions or would like help with booking, you can contact us on 03456 252 252 or use the online chat feature in the bottom right of your screen. Our team are happy to help.
IGP Heart Hub, is a collection of services and appointments carefully selected by IGP Cardiologists. The Heart Hub mission is to provide comprehensive heart screening services in Cardiff & South Wales, to help maintain and improve the heart health of our local community.
We are proud at IGP to have longstanding relationships with some of the country's leading Cardiologists ensuring that the services we provide are always of the highest standard.
We have a team of highly experienced GP’s and Practice Nurses to support our Cardiologists and patients through their Cardiology appointments at IGP.
Our Cardiologists will provide you with a detailed report following your appointment with clear findings and recommendations. This is shared securely via our IGP patient portal.
Our Cardiologists will provide you with a detailed report following your appointment with clear findings and recommendations. This is shared securely via our IGP patient portal.
IGP Heart Hub offers comprehensive heart care services across Cardiff and South Wales. Working with leading Cardiologists to provide a wide range of diagnostic and imaging investigations, you can be sure of only the highest levels of care and service.
Dr. Cristina Constantin is a Consultant Cardiologist specialising in Echocardiography. Throughout her career, she has specialised in transthoracic and transoesophageal echocardiography. In addition to her clinical duties, Dr. Constantin contributes to the academic field as an Honorary Clinical Teacher at Cardiff University and has authored several impactful publications, contributing to international cardiologic conversations and guidelines.
During an echocardiogram, you will lie on an exam table while a technician moves a device called a transducer over your chest. The transducer emits sound waves that create images of your heart's movement, valves, and chambers, helping cardiologists diagnose heart conditions.
Yes, the Nurse-Led ECG is suitable for anyone looking to assess their heart's electrical activity. It's particularly beneficial for those experiencing symptoms like heart palpitations, dizziness, or chest pain. The subsequent cardiologist review ensures a comprehensive analysis of your results.
The frequency of heart screenings can vary based on individual risk factors, age, and family history. Generally, it's advisable to have a baseline heart examination in your 20s, with periodic checks every 5 years, adjusting as recommended by your healthcare provider.
Preparation varies depending on the test. Generally, you may be asked to fast, avoid caffeine, or stop certain medications. We'll provide you with all the necessary preparation instructions when you book your appointment.
Most heart health tests are non-invasive and carry minimal risks. Procedures like the echocardiogram and ECG are painless and safe. If any risks are associated with specific tests, our team will discuss these with you in detail beforehand.
Depending on your test, our test results will be reviewed by our cardiologists, and results are shared via our secure patient portal (accessed via your email).
If you cancel your appointment 24 hours before it starts, then you will receive a full refund. However, If you cancel your appointment within the 24 hour period before the appointment is due, then you will be liable to pay the cost of the consultation. If you do need to reschedule please contact us as soon as possible.
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