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A fast, non-invasive ultrasound-scan of your heart's structure and function — performed by experienced sonographers in a calm, CQC-registered clinic near Harley Street. Self-referrals and medical insurance accepted.
No GP referral required · £350 all-inclusive · 30–45 min appointment
Need a same-day appointment? Call 020 3633 4902 and we will check availability for you directly.
Cancellation policy. Cancel or reschedule up to 24 hours before your appointment at no charge. Late cancellations may incur a fee.
Insurance accepted. Most major private medical insurers accepted with pre-authorisation. Call 020 3633 4902 to discuss your cover before booking.
For a standard transthoracic echocardiogram, there is no special preparation required. You do not need to fast, and you can take your regular medications as normal.
Wear a loose-fitting top that is easy to remove. You will need to undress to the waist for the scan.
Take all regular medications at their usual times. Bring a medication list or photographs of the labels.
Bring any prior ECGs, echo reports, Holter results, or referral letters if you have them. These help the sonographer interpret findings in context.
If using medical insurance, bring your authorisation code and insurer name. Check whether your insurer requires a referral letter before the appointment.
The process is straightforward and respectful. You will be guided through each step, with time to ask questions throughout.
You receive an immediate booking confirmation with your appointment time, clinic address, and preparation reminders.
On arrival, we confirm your details, review your symptoms, and take a brief clinical history. Bring any prior test results, referral letters, or a medication list if you have them.
You undress to the waist and lie on the examination couch, typically on your left side. Ultrasound gel is applied to the chest and the sonographer captures multiple views of the heart. The procedure is painless and takes 30–45 minutes.
The sonographer explains the key findings during the appointment in plain English, so you leave with an immediate understanding of what was seen.
A structured written report with images is issued the same day. It includes clear "what next" guidance — whether that means reassurance, a GP follow-up, or a cardiology referral.
We can send the report directly to your GP, cardiologist, or insurer. You also receive a copy for your own records.
Quick answers to the practical questions patients ask before confirming their appointment.
No GP referral is required. You can self-refer and book directly online or by calling 020 3633 4902. If you are using private medical insurance, check with your insurer whether they require a referral letter or pre-authorisation code before the appointment.
Yes. Most major private medical insurers are accepted with pre-authorisation. Confirm with your insurer that an echocardiogram is covered under your plan and whether a referral letter or authorisation code is required. Provide your insurer name, policy number, and authorisation code at the time of booking. Call 020 3633 4902 to discuss your cover before booking.
You receive verbal feedback during the appointment. A structured written report with images is issued the same day. The report includes clear guidance on what to do next — whether that means reassurance, a GP follow-up, or a referral to a cardiologist. We can send the report directly to your GP, cardiologist, or insurer on request.
Yes. Cancel or reschedule up to 24 hours before your appointment at no charge. Cancellations made within 24 hours may incur a fee. To reschedule, call 020 3633 4902 or email info@sonoworld.co.uk.
For clinical questions about the echocardiogram — what it shows, how it works, and what conditions it detects — visit the echocardiogram information page.
Our clinic is located at 29 Weymouth Street, just off Harley Street in Marylebone, Central London. Easily accessible by tube and bus.
If you are unsure whether an echocardiogram, ECG, or Holter monitor is the right investigation for your symptoms, call us and we will guide you.
Call 020 3633 4902
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