Concierge cardiology · London
ECG and heart monitoring in London, matched to your symptoms.
A resting ECG is a ten-second snapshot - excellent if symptoms are constant, useless if they come and go. We work out whether you need an ECG, a 24-hour Holter or a 7-day monitor, and get it read by a cardiologist.
Why patients choose us
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The right test, not the quick one
We match the recording length to how often your symptoms actually happen.
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Read by a cardiologist
A consultant interprets your trace - not just an automated machine printout.
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Independent, and free
We are paid by no clinic, so the recommendation is impartial and costs you nothing.
Indicative pricing
What private ECG and heart monitoring cost in London.
Indicative ranges across our partner clinics. Send the details and we quote firm figures across two or three options.
In short
A resting ECG in our network: £75-£180; a 24-hour monitor £250-£450.
| Scan type | Indicative range | Typical duration | Report turnaround |
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| Resting ECG | £75–£180 | 10–15 min | Same day–48 hrs |
| ECG with cardiologist review | £150–£350 | 20–30 min | 24–48 hrs |
| 24-hour Holter monitor | £250–£450 | 24 hrs worn | 3–5 days |
| 7-day event monitor | £350–£650 | 7 days worn | 5–7 days |
| Exercise stress ECG (treadmill) | £350–£650 | 45–60 min | 24–72 hrs |
| Echocardiogram (heart ultrasound) | £350–£650 | 30–45 min | 24–72 hrs |
Prices vary by clinic, time of day, how long the recording runs, and whether a consultant review is included. We come back with a firm quote within one working day.
The problem
A normal ECG does not always mean nothing is wrong.
If your palpitations happen twice a week, a ten-second recording will almost certainly be normal - and tell you nothing. Matching the length of the recording to the frequency of your symptoms is the entire job. That is what we get right.
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Symptoms come and go?
A 24-hour or 7-day monitor is far more likely to catch it than a resting ECG.
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Had a normal ECG already?
That may not be the end of it - we advise what test actually answers your question.
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Want a cardiologist to read it?
We route to clinics where a consultant cardiologist reports it, not software alone.
The journey
From enquiry to report - what happens, in order.
One clinician from first message to explained result - fast for an ECG, a little longer for monitors.
Phase 1 · Before your test
Concierge, off-stage for you
Phase 2 · On the day
~15 minutes at the clinic
Phase 3 · After
Concierge, back on
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Before
You tell us what is going on
A short, confidential form. Symptoms, timeline, referral or insurer if you have them.
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Before
We come back with a recommendation
Within one working day: which recording, which clinic, indicative price. If a test is not the right step, we say so.
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Before
We arrange the appointment
Often same or next day, including evenings and Saturdays. Insurer pre-authorisation handled.
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On the day
Arrival and preparation
You undress to the waist for the electrodes, or change into a gown. Nothing else is needed.
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On the day
The recording
A resting ECG takes about 10 minutes. If you need a monitor, it is fitted in clinic and you wear it for 24 hours or 7 days, keeping a symptom diary.
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On the day
Straight home
No recovery time. Drive, eat and work as normal.
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After
Report and next steps
Consultant cardiologist report in 24-72 hours for a resting ECG, 3-7 days for a monitor. We route it to your GP or specialist.
Typical end-to-end: 3-7 days. Urgent cases: same day.
What it shows
Find the test that matches your symptom.
Heart symptoms differ enormously in pattern. These are the questions we are asked to answer most.
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Palpitations
Captures a racing, skipping or thumping heartbeat - if it happens while recording.
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Atrial fibrillation
Detects AF, the most common serious rhythm problem and a major stroke risk.
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Chest pain
A first-line test that can show strain, ischaemia or a previous heart attack.
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Blackouts & dizziness
Looks for a rhythm or conduction cause behind fainting and light-headedness.
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Slow or fast heart rate
Characterises bradycardia, tachycardia and heart block.
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Blood pressure & strain
Shows the effect of long-standing high blood pressure on the heart.
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Pre-operative & sports
Routine clearance before surgery, or screening before serious training.
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Intermittent symptoms
When symptoms come and go, a 24-hour or 7-day monitor beats a 10-second ECG.
Heart tests
Not all heart tests are the same.
What each option on your referral is actually for.
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Resting ECG
A 10-second snapshot of the heart’s electrical activity. Quick, painless, widely useful.
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24-hour Holter
A small recorder worn for a day, to catch symptoms that happen most days.
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7-day event monitor
For less frequent symptoms - far more likely to catch the culprit.
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Exercise stress ECG
Recording on a treadmill, to reveal problems that only appear on exertion.
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Echocardiogram
Ultrasound of the heart - structure, valves and pumping function.
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24-hour BP monitoring
Ambulatory blood pressure over a full day and night.
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Cardiac MRI
The gold standard for heart muscle and scarring when more detail is needed.
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Cardiology consultation
A consultant appointment to interpret everything in context.
Our vetted London network
A small panel of clinics, we picked them.
Partners across central, north, west and south London. Not listed publicly - introductions are made privately, once we understand your case.
Selection criteria
How we choose every clinic in our network.
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CQC-registered, with a current good or outstanding rating
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Traces reported by a consultant cardiologist, not software alone
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Monitors fitted and explained properly, with a clear diary to complete
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Results explained in plain English, with onward cardiology if needed
Safety and eligibility
One of the safest tests in medicine.
An ECG is completely safe. The practical points are wearing a monitor properly - and knowing what a normal trace does and does not rule out.
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Is an ECG safe?
Completely. It only listens to your heart’s electrical activity - nothing is put into your body.
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A snapshot, not a guarantee
A normal resting ECG does not exclude a problem that comes and goes. That is what monitors are for.
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Chest hair and stickers
Small patches may need shaving for the electrodes to stick. It is quick and painless.
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Wearing a monitor
You keep it on for 24 hours or 7 days, note your symptoms in a diary, and avoid swimming or baths.
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Skin sensitivity
Electrode adhesive occasionally irritates skin. Tell us if you have had a reaction before.
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Exercise testing
A stress ECG is supervised throughout and stopped immediately if you feel unwell.
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Pacemakers and devices
No problem at all - an ECG is safe with any implanted cardiac device.
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Chest pain right now
If you have severe or new chest pain, call 999. This is not a service for emergencies.
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Medication
Tell us what you take - some drugs affect heart rate, rhythm and the trace itself.
Reading your report
A heart trace can look intimidating. It isn't.
Whether a ten-second trace or seven days of data, the report keeps to the same four parts.
A quiet reminder
A normal trace between episodes is common - it does not mean you imagined it.
If you would like us to talk you through it before your follow-up, just ask.
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Your details and the question
Your details, which recording was made, and the symptoms behind it.
- 02 Technique
How the recording was made
Whether this was a resting ECG, a 24-hour or 7-day monitor, or an exercise test - each answers a different question.
- 03 Findings
What the cardiologist saw
The rhythm, rate, intervals and any abnormal beats, alongside the symptoms you recorded in your diary.
- 04 Impression
The conclusion: read this first
What it means, and what to do next - read this first.
Recognised by major UK insurers
Cover depends on your policy and clinic; we confirm with your insurer before booking.
Frequently asked
Everything we get asked about ECGs and monitors.
Quick answers on cost, referrals, monitors, comfort and results.
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What does an ECG show?
It records the heart’s electrical activity, showing rhythm and rate, evidence of strain or a previous heart attack, and conduction problems such as heart block. It takes about ten seconds to record.
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My ECG was normal but I still get palpitations - why?
A resting ECG is a ten-second snapshot. If your symptoms come and go, it will very likely be normal between episodes. That is exactly why a 24-hour or 7-day monitor is the better test.
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Should I have an ECG or a monitor?
If symptoms are constant, an ECG may catch it. If they are intermittent, a 24-hour Holter or 7-day event monitor is far more likely to record the episode. Tell us how often symptoms happen and we match the test.
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How much does a private ECG cost in London?
A resting ECG is typically £75-£180, and £150-£350 with a cardiologist review. Monitors range from £250-£650. We confirm a firm figure within one working day.
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Does an ECG hurt?
Not at all. Ten sticky electrodes are placed on your chest, arms and legs, and the machine simply listens. Nothing is put into your body.
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What is it like wearing a Holter monitor?
A small recorder sits in a pouch with wires to chest electrodes. You carry on as normal, keep a diary of symptoms, and avoid swimming or baths while wearing it.
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Do I need a referral?
Most ECGs and monitors accept self-referral. We can arrange a fast-track private GP or cardiologist if you would like the result interpreted in a consultation.
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How quickly will I get results?
A resting ECG is often reviewed the same day. Monitor reports take 3-7 days because there is a great deal of data to analyse.
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Can an ECG detect a blocked artery?
Not reliably at rest. An exercise stress ECG, a CT coronary angiogram or a cardiac MRI are better for that, and we can arrange them.
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Will my insurance cover it?
Most policies cover cardiac testing when clinically indicated and pre-authorised. Bupa, AXA, Vitality, Aviva, WPA, Cigna and Healix recognise us, and we handle the pre-authorisation.