It is preferable to obtain a referral from your family doctor prior to your appointment. Appointments are generally 30 minutes with Dr Daubeney, consultant paediatric cardiologist and fetal consultant. After a discussion of the symptoms he will examine your child and then may perform an echocardiogram should it be necessary. This will require the child to lie still in a semi-darkened room for 15-20 minutes.

For younger children and babies it is recommended that parents bring toys, bottles of milk, food etc as distraction. At most clinics there is a DVD available. Please bring the child's favourite if you think helpful

After the echo scan it may be necessary to perform other tests such as an electrocardiogram (ECG), height, weight, oxygen saturation, blood pressure.

After the investigations Dr Daubeney will discuss the results, conclusions and if needed treatment plan.

Payment
The account needs to be settled on the day of the visit:

Insured patients
Please supply the policy number and authorisation number at the visit and every subsequent visit. We will then directly bill your insurance company. If you have an excess then you will need to settle the difference yourselves.

Embassy patients
Please bring a letter of guarantee comprising consultation and investigations

Self funded
Please settle the account directly by credit card, debit card, UK cheque or cash.