Rapid Cardiac Assessments
Fast access to cardiac tests and Consultant Cardiologists when you need answers quickly.Every year, thousands of people in the UK experience worrying heart symptoms but face long waiting times for an initial appointment. Our National Rapid Cardiac Assessment gives adults fast access to specialist cardiology care, with results available in as little as 24 hours.
Call us on 01622 237 688
What is included in the Rapid Cardiac Assessment?
There are 7.6 million people living with heart or circulatory disease in the UK*. Many do not realise they have a cardiac condition. Others have symptoms but remain stuck on long waiting lists for tests and a cardiology review.
Our Rapid Cardiac Assessment service is designed to close this gap. If you have heart symptoms, you will be assessed quickly by experts who can provide clarity and a clear plan for your health.
We can help if you have:
- Palpitations
- Chest pain
- Breathlessness
- Suspected Hypertension
- Heart murmurs
- Abnormal ECG results
- Unexplained faints or syncope
If you have no symptoms but would like a detailed health check of your heart, we offer a Healthy Heart Assessment.
*Source: British Heart Foundation factsheet January 2025
If you are calling outside of 8am-4pm Monday to Friday, please leave a message and our team will call you back. Alternatively, email us to start your journey.
Patient story
The Cardiology Centre
KIMS Hospital is home to the only private interventional cardiology facility in Kent, offering you the most comprehensive private cardiology service in the area.
We’re one of the highest volume independent Cardiology facilities in the UK*, with a dedicated team of Cardiologists, Radiographers, Physiologists, Nurses and Administration staff.
*Based on national private cardiac volumes. Data source: The Private Healthcare Information Network (2022 – 2023)
The Cardiology Centre
AT KIMS HOSPITAL
Your Journey
STEP 1: Cardiac Nurse triage
Your journey begins with a call from a Cardiac Nurse. During this triage we will discuss:
- Your symptoms
- Your medical history
- Current medication
- Any previous cardiac tests
The nurse will recommend the most appropriate diagnostic tests for your symptoms. You will be advised of the cost before anything is booked
STEP 2: Diagnostic heart tests
You will complete the tests tailored to your symptoms. These may include ECG, echocardiogram, heart rhythm monitoring, blood tests or advanced imaging. Many results are available within 24 hours depending on the assessment.
STEP 3: Consultant Cardiologist appointment
You will meet a Consultant Cardiologist face to face to discuss your symptoms, test results and next steps. If you need treatment or further investigation, this will be explained clearly with costs provided. You also have the option to return to the NHS via your GP.
STEP 4: Full report for you and your GP
You will receive:
- All test results
- A Consultant Cardiologist letter
- A KIMS Hospital covering letter summarising outcomes and planned care
(Your NHS GP will receive the same information.)
What our patients say
I am able to go out walking and get out into the garden to do a spot of gardening – these are things I couldn’t do before as I was struggling to walk without a frame and my breath wouldn’t last long enough. Malcolm Greer – Pacemaker
From the minute I arrived, everybody was so warm and friendly. The staff were amazing and talked me through each step, putting any fears I’d had in the lead up to my visit, behind me. Clive Goatham – Cardiology
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- Appointment enquiry
Our team are on hand to help answer any queries you might have about coming to visit us. You can use the form below and one of our team will be in touch. Alternatively to speak to a member of our friendly team, please call 01622 237 500.
Enquiry hours are Mon-Thurs 8am-8pm, Fri 8am-6pm and Saturday 8am-4pm.
If you would like to book an appointment, you can use the form below and one of our team will be in touch.
Alternatively to speak to a member of our friendly team, please call 01622 237 500.
Enquiry hours are Mon-Thurs 8am-8pm, Fri 8am-6pm and Saturday 8am-4pm.
Please be aware, if you are requesting a diagnostic scan such as an MRI, or CT, you must have a referral from a relevant clinician or Allied Health professional such as a physiotherapist.