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ECG - Open Access

Checked: 23-10-2023 by Vicky Ryan Next Review: 23-10-2024

Overview

Bristol Heart Institute (UHBW - BHI) now accept patients for resting ECG’s. This used to be offered as a walk in service but should now be booked via e-RS.

Similar to RACPC, the patient books the appointment and attends. They will be given their ECG to take back to their GP.

UHBW - Weston also offer a service at Weston General Hospital.

We are not aware of a similar service at NBT.

Referral

Bristol BHI - Patients should be referred using the attached form submitted via eRS - UHBW Open Access ECG.

Weston WGH - Referral should be made on this referral form and sent by email to: WestonECGtestreferrals@uhbw.nhs.uk for Weston



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