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Electrocardiogram (ECG/EKG)

The ECG/EKG is an abbreviation for electrocardiogram.  It is a simple and painless test that checks your heart rhythm and electrical activity.

How do I cancel/change my appointment? 

If you booked online click the link in your confirmation email that reads, “Click here to cancel or reschedule your appointment.”

If you did not book online, phone the location at which you booked your appointment, to reschedule. 

How do I prepare for my appointment?

 No preparation is required.

What can I expect at my appointment?

Electrodes are placed on the skin to detect the electrical signals produced by the heart.

What happens after the appointment is complete?

The ECG/EKG is then reported by a Cardiologist/Internist and the report is sent to your doctor.

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General inquiries:
Tel: 902–597–7128

A referral (requisition) from your doctor and an appointment are required for an EKG.

Patients with requisitions for EKGs can book an appointment at this location online at https://booking.nshealth.ca

General inquiries:
Tel: 902-679-3819

A referral (requisition) from your doctor and an appointment are required for an EKG.

Patients with requisitions for EKGs can book an appointment at this location online at https://booking.nshealth.ca

General inquiries:
Tel: 902-336-2169

A referral (requisition) from your doctor and an appointment are required for an EKG.

Patients with requisitions for EKGs can book an appointment at this location online at https://booking.nshealth.ca

General inquiries:
Tel: 902-567-7922

A referral (requisition) from your doctor and an appointment are required for an EKG.

Patients with requisitions for EKGs can book an appointment at this location online at https://booking.nshealth.ca

General inquiries:
Tel: 902-667-5267

A referral (requisition) from your doctor and an appointment are required for an EKG.

Patients with requisitions for EKGs can book an appointment at this location online at https://booking.nshealth.ca

General inquiries:
Tel: 1-877-742-2571 

A referral (requisition) from your doctor and an appointment are required for an EKG.

Patients with requisitions for EKGs can book an appointment at this location online at https://booking.nshealth.ca

General inquiries:
Tel: 902-366-2794

A referral (requisition) from your doctor and an appointment are required for an EKG.

Patients with requisitions for EKGs can book an appointment at this location online at https://booking.nshealth.ca

General inquiries:
Tel: 902-885-3612

A referral (requisition) from your doctor and an appointment are required for an EKG.

Patients with requisitions for EKGs can book an appointment at this location online at https://booking.nshealth.ca

General inquiries:
Tel: 902-842-2834

A referral (requisition) from your doctor and an appointment are required for an EKG.

Patients with requisitions for EKGs can book an appointment at this location online at https://booking.nshealth.ca

thu Nov 21 7:30 am - 3:30 pm
fri Nov 22 7:30 am - 3:30 pm
sat Nov 23 Closed
sun Nov 24 Closed
mon Nov 25 7:30 am - 3:30 pm
tue Nov 26 7:30 am - 3:30 pm
wed Nov 27 7:30 am - 3:30 pm

General inquiries:
Tel: 902-533-3702

A referral (requisition) from your doctor and an appointment are required for an EKG.

Patients with requisitions for EKGs can book an appointment at this location online at https://booking.nshealth.ca

General inquiries:
Tel: 902-258-1922

A referral (requisition) from your doctor and an appointment are required for an EKG.

Patients with requisitions for EKGs can book an appointment at this location online at https://booking.nshealth.ca

General inquiries:
Tel: 902-657-2382

A referral (requisition) from your doctor and an appointment are required for an EKG.

Patients with requisitions for EKGs can book an appointment at this location online at https://booking.nshealth.ca

A referral (requisition) from your doctor and an appointment are required for an EKG.

Patients with requisitions for EKGs can book an appointment at this location online at https://booking.nshealth.ca

General inquiries:
Tel: 902-243-2521

A referral (requisition) from your doctor and an appointment are required for an EKG.

Patients with requisitions for EKGs can book an appointment at this location online at https://booking.nshealth.ca

General inquiries:
Tel: 902-794-8974

A referral (requisition) from your doctor and an appointment are required for an EKG.

Patients with requisitions for EKGs can book an appointment at this location online at https://booking.nshealth.ca

General inquiries:
Tel: 1-877-742-2571 

A referral (requisition) from your doctor and an appointment are required for an EKG.

Patients with requisitions for EKGs can book an appointment at this location online at https://booking.nshealth.ca

General inquiries:
Tel: 902-224-4011

A referral (requisition) from your doctor and an appointment are required for an EKG.

Patients with requisitions for EKGs can book an appointment at this location online at https://booking.nshealth.ca

General inquiries:
Tel: 902-679-3819 

A referral (requisition) from your doctor and an appointment are required for an EKG.

Patients with requisitions for EKGs can book an appointment at this location online at https://booking.nshealth.ca

General inquiries:
Tel: 902-254-2540

A referral (requisition) from your doctor and an appointment are required for an EKG.

Patients with requisitions for EKGs can book an appointment at this location online at https://booking.nshealth.ca

General inquiries:
Tel: 902-527-5206

A referral (requisition) from your doctor and an appointment are required for an EKG.

Patients with requisitions for EKGs can book an appointment at this location online at https://booking.nshealth.ca

General inquiries:
Tel: 902-522-2882

A referral (requisition) from your doctor and an appointment are required for an EKG.

Patients with requisitions for EKGs can book an appointment at this location online at https://booking.nshealth.ca

General inquiries:
Tel: 902-625-3100

A referral (requisition) from your doctor and an appointment are required for an EKG.

Patients with requisitions for EKGs can book an appointment at this location online at https://booking.nshealth.ca

General inquiries:
Tel: 902-679-3819

A referral (requisition) from your doctor and an appointment are required for an EKG.

Patients with requisitions for EKGs can book an appointment at this location online at https://booking.nshealth.ca

General inquiries:
Tel: 902-295-2112

A referral (requisition) from your doctor and an appointment are required for an EKG.

Patients with requisitions for EKGs can book an appointment at this location online at https://booking.nshealth.ca

General inquiries:
Tel: 1-877-742-2571

A referral (requisition) from your doctor and an appointment are required for an EKG.

Patients with requisitions for EKGs can book an appointment at this location online at https://booking.nshealth.ca

A referral (requisition) from your doctor and an appointment are required for an EKG.

Patients with requisitions for EKGs can book an appointment at this location online at https://booking.nshealth.ca

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