Getting to North Tees Hospital
University Hospital of North Tees is on Hardwick Road in Stockton. The postcode is TS19 8PE.
Getting to Hartlepool Hospital
University Hospital of Hartlepool is on Holdforth Road in Hartlepool. The postcode is TS24 9AH.
What is an ECG
An ECG is a test to check how healthy your heart is.
You can take a carer, friend, relative, or other supporter with you.
When you get here
When you arrive for your ECG you will need to give your letter or card to the person at the desk.
Sit in the waiting area
You will need to sit in a waiting area until it is your turn to have your ECG.
Your name will be called
When it is your turn a member of staff will call you to a room. You will need to lie on a small bed.
Your carer can stay with you
Your supporter can stay with you if you would like them to.
What will happen
You will be asked to take your top off. Stickers will be placed on your chest, arms and legs.
To make you feel more comfortable, we can give you a gown to wear and we can close a curtain round you.
We can also dim the lighting if this will make you feel more comfortable.
We will make sure that your chest and shoulders are covered as much as possible.
We will do everything we can to keep your dignity and privacy.
During the test
You will need to lie still while the machine takes a recording of your heartbeat.
It is important that you do not talk while you are having this test.
The test is painless, but it may hurt slightly when the pads and stickers are removed.
Getting ready to leave
Once your ultrasound has been done you can get dressed and go home.
Getting your test results
Your GP or hospital will let you know the results of your test.
Contact numbers
Learning disability advisor
Telephone: 01642 624477
Day: Monday to Friday
Time: 8am to 4pm