Your visit
Everything you need for a calm morning at Pinewood: where to park, what to bring, how long it takes and what happens next.
What to bring
A list of medicines
Names and doses, or simply bring the packets.
HMO card and ID
Your HMO card and a photo ID.
Past results
Any previous ECGs, scans or blood tests, even old ones.
Trainers
For stress tests and the executive screen.
How long it takes
| Visit | Typical time | Fasting |
|---|---|---|
| Essential heart check | About 90 minutes | 10 hours |
| Complete heart check | About 2.5 hours | 10 hours |
| Executive cardiac screen | About 4 hours | 10 hours |
| Echo or ECG only | 20 to 45 minutes | No |
| Stress test | About 1 hour | Light meal 2 hours before |
Getting here
- We are on Lagoon Crescent, two minutes from the main VI roundabout (example location).
- Free parking for 30 cars in our basement, with a lift to the clinic floor.
- Morning traffic from the mainland is lightest before 7am. Our earliest slot is 7.30am.
- Ride-hailing drop-off point at the main entrance.
- Step-free access throughout, and wheelchairs at reception.
Drawn map, not to scale. Example location.
After your visit
Written summary
Sent by email the same day, with results explained.
Follow-up if needed
Only when your doctor recommends it, in person or by video.
Share with your GP
We send results to your own doctor if you ask.
Your records are private
Results are shared only with people you choose.
Questions patients ask
Can I eat after my blood test?
Yes. We have a small cafe with breakfast for patients who have been fasting.
Is there power backup?
Yes. The centre runs on solar and generator backup, so tests are never interrupted by a grid outage.
Ready for your visit?
Book online and get your preparation notes straight away.